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Safety Science Lab
student success, University News, awards

Signifying a 'Gold Standard' is Met, Safety Degree from UCM Becomes GSP Qualified Academic Program

The University of Central Missouri has reached a new milestone following a recent review of the Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Safety and Risk Management by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.

January 10, 2020
Saxophone Performance UCM
Performing Arts, University News, events

UCM Music Announces Concerts and Events Calendar for Spring 2020

Ring in the new decade with exciting performances, visiting artists, public presentations, and more as the University of Central Missouri presents an outstanding season of musical experiences.

January 10, 2020
Toriano Porter
awards, University News, scholarships, events

UCM Alumnus, Author, Journalist Toriano Porter Will Speak at MLK Freedom Scholarship Dinner Jan. 21

Toriano Porter, an author, journalist and public speaker who studied journalism and creative writing at the University of Central Missouri, will return to his alma mater Tuesday, Jan. 21, to present the keynote remarks at the 2020 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Freedom Scholarship Dinner. The dinner is a highlight of a celebration that includes activities in honor of King.

January 08, 2020
Ken Weymuth
facstaff, University News, Board of Governors

Governor Appoints Prominent Sedalia Businessman to UCM's Governing Board

Ken Weymuth, a third-generation business owner from Sedalia, has been named to the University of Central Missouri’s Board of Governors. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson announced the appointment, which will be effective through Jan. 1, 2025, pending Missouri Senate confirmation.

January 08, 2020
Skyhaven Airport
awards, University News, Rankings

UCM Ranked as a Most Affordable School in Aviation Management, Operations

UCM is listed as 22nd on Affordable Schools’ online feature, “30 Best Affordable Bachelor’s in Aviation Management and Operations 2020.” With more information available at affordableschools.net, these rankings include some of the most prestigious aviation programs in the nation.

January 08, 2020
Missouri Innovation Campus
MIC, University News, UCM-LS

UCM Lee's Summit to Host Reception Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.

University of Central Missouri students, alumni and community members are invited to a reception honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Jan. 22 at the Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee’s Summit.

January 02, 2020
UCM Esports Team 2020
scholarships, University News

Local Resident(s) Among 27 UCM Esports Players to Receive Scholarships

Meeting a growing level of interest in a highly competitive arena, the University of Central Missouri has signed 27 students to participate in UCM Esports for spring 2020.

December 20, 2019
Fall 2019 Events Management Course
student success, events, University News

Student Collaboration with Warrensburg Main Street Paves Way for Spring 2020 Event to Promote Community History, Economic Vitality Through Photography

Working with Warrensburg Main Street, University of Central Missouri students are putting their knowledge of event planning into practice to create opportunities to attract people to the downtown area this spring while also enhancing the ability to market the community. Thanks to a student-Main Street partnership, planning is currently underway for what is tentatively coined “Snapshots of the ‘Burg.”

December 19, 2019
Make It Count Foundation Presentation
scholarships, University News, military veterans, awards

Duncans Make It Count in Son's Honor by Helping UCM Veterans

Dale and Megan Duncan recently presented a $7,500 gift to UCM from the Spencer C. Duncan Make It Count Foundation. The Duncans stopped by the Military and Veterans Success Center in early December to present the check to UCM President Roger Best, with members of Military and Veteran Services and the UCM Alumni Foundation also in attendance.

December 13, 2019
UCM Graduation Cap
events, University News

UCM Ready for Commencement Weekend Dec. 13-14

An exciting time in the lives of hundreds of students who are preparing for professional careers, the University of Central Missouri will conduct its fall 2018 Commencement exercises Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13-14 at the Multipurpose Building.

December 09, 2019
CMPA, SFCC MOU Signing
cmpa, University News, MOU

MOU Signing Publicly Announces UCM-SFCC's Partnership to Provide Part-time Police Academy for Training in the Sedalia Region

Touting the value of a partnership that provides much-needed training for local law enforcement personnel, top leaders at the University of Central Missouri and State Fair Community College on Dec. 5 ceremonially signed a Memorandum of Understanding launching a new part-time police academy in Sedalia. The academy is already drawing interest from individuals beyond Pettis County.

December 06, 2019
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
events, University News

Freedom Scholarships, Service Awards Part of 2020 MLK Celebration at UCM

With the theme, “From Dream to Reality: the March Continues,” the University of Central Missouri will celebrate the work and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a series of events planned for January 2020.

December 06, 2019
Michael Sawyer, Ph.D.
CAHSS, facstaff, University News

After Serving as Interim Dean, Sawyer Now Leads CAHSS in Permanent Role

As the University of Central Missouri strives to maintain strong programs in the liberal arts, it will receive leadership from Michael Sawyer, Ph.D., as the new dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.

December 05, 2019
UCM Administration Building
awards, Rankings, University News

Intelligent.com Rankings Include Three UCM Programs in Top 10

Demonstrating the University of Central Missouri’s commitment to quality academic programs, three UCM degrees were ranked among the top 10 in separate categories by Intelligent.com, a student-focused publication that recently released its list of the best programs for 2020.

December 03, 2019
KenMo Puzzle
University News, MIC, UCM-LS

STA Students Launch Crowdfunding Campaign to Help Fund International Partnership

The Summit Technology Academy and Kenyan students working together to resolve world challenges and provide real-world, sustainable solutions.

November 26, 2019
Safety Science Lab
student success, University News, awards

Signifying a 'Gold Standard' is Met, Safety Degree from UCM Becomes GSP Qualified Academic Program

The University of Central Missouri has reached a new milestone following a recent review of the Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Safety and Risk Management by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.

January 10, 2020
Saxophone Performance UCM
Performing Arts, University News, events

UCM Music Announces Concerts and Events Calendar for Spring 2020

Ring in the new decade with exciting performances, visiting artists, public presentations, and more as the University of Central Missouri presents an outstanding season of musical experiences.

January 10, 2020
Toriano Porter
awards, University News, scholarships, events

UCM Alumnus, Author, Journalist Toriano Porter Will Speak at MLK Freedom Scholarship Dinner Jan. 21

Toriano Porter, an author, journalist and public speaker who studied journalism and creative writing at the University of Central Missouri, will return to his alma mater Tuesday, Jan. 21, to present the keynote remarks at the 2020 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Freedom Scholarship Dinner. The dinner is a highlight of a celebration that includes activities in honor of King.

January 08, 2020
Ken Weymuth
facstaff, University News, Board of Governors

Governor Appoints Prominent Sedalia Businessman to UCM's Governing Board

Ken Weymuth, a third-generation business owner from Sedalia, has been named to the University of Central Missouri’s Board of Governors. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson announced the appointment, which will be effective through Jan. 1, 2025, pending Missouri Senate confirmation.

January 08, 2020
Skyhaven Airport
awards, University News, Rankings

UCM Ranked as a Most Affordable School in Aviation Management, Operations

UCM is listed as 22nd on Affordable Schools’ online feature, “30 Best Affordable Bachelor’s in Aviation Management and Operations 2020.” With more information available at affordableschools.net, these rankings include some of the most prestigious aviation programs in the nation.

January 08, 2020
Missouri Innovation Campus
MIC, University News, UCM-LS

UCM Lee's Summit to Host Reception Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.

University of Central Missouri students, alumni and community members are invited to a reception honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Jan. 22 at the Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee’s Summit.

January 02, 2020
UCM Esports Team 2020
scholarships, University News

Local Resident(s) Among 27 UCM Esports Players to Receive Scholarships

Meeting a growing level of interest in a highly competitive arena, the University of Central Missouri has signed 27 students to participate in UCM Esports for spring 2020.

December 20, 2019
Fall 2019 Events Management Course
student success, events, University News

Student Collaboration with Warrensburg Main Street Paves Way for Spring 2020 Event to Promote Community History, Economic Vitality Through Photography

Working with Warrensburg Main Street, University of Central Missouri students are putting their knowledge of event planning into practice to create opportunities to attract people to the downtown area this spring while also enhancing the ability to market the community. Thanks to a student-Main Street partnership, planning is currently underway for what is tentatively coined “Snapshots of the ‘Burg.”

December 19, 2019
Make It Count Foundation Presentation
scholarships, University News, military veterans, awards

Duncans Make It Count in Son's Honor by Helping UCM Veterans

Dale and Megan Duncan recently presented a $7,500 gift to UCM from the Spencer C. Duncan Make It Count Foundation. The Duncans stopped by the Military and Veterans Success Center in early December to present the check to UCM President Roger Best, with members of Military and Veteran Services and the UCM Alumni Foundation also in attendance.

December 13, 2019
UCM Graduation Cap
events, University News

UCM Ready for Commencement Weekend Dec. 13-14

An exciting time in the lives of hundreds of students who are preparing for professional careers, the University of Central Missouri will conduct its fall 2018 Commencement exercises Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13-14 at the Multipurpose Building.

December 09, 2019
CMPA, SFCC MOU Signing
cmpa, University News, MOU

MOU Signing Publicly Announces UCM-SFCC's Partnership to Provide Part-time Police Academy for Training in the Sedalia Region

Touting the value of a partnership that provides much-needed training for local law enforcement personnel, top leaders at the University of Central Missouri and State Fair Community College on Dec. 5 ceremonially signed a Memorandum of Understanding launching a new part-time police academy in Sedalia. The academy is already drawing interest from individuals beyond Pettis County.

December 06, 2019
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
events, University News

Freedom Scholarships, Service Awards Part of 2020 MLK Celebration at UCM

With the theme, “From Dream to Reality: the March Continues,” the University of Central Missouri will celebrate the work and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a series of events planned for January 2020.

December 06, 2019
Michael Sawyer, Ph.D.
CAHSS, facstaff, University News

After Serving as Interim Dean, Sawyer Now Leads CAHSS in Permanent Role

As the University of Central Missouri strives to maintain strong programs in the liberal arts, it will receive leadership from Michael Sawyer, Ph.D., as the new dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.

December 05, 2019
UCM Administration Building
awards, Rankings, University News

Intelligent.com Rankings Include Three UCM Programs in Top 10

Demonstrating the University of Central Missouri’s commitment to quality academic programs, three UCM degrees were ranked among the top 10 in separate categories by Intelligent.com, a student-focused publication that recently released its list of the best programs for 2020.

December 03, 2019
KenMo Puzzle
University News, MIC, UCM-LS

STA Students Launch Crowdfunding Campaign to Help Fund International Partnership

The Summit Technology Academy and Kenyan students working together to resolve world challenges and provide real-world, sustainable solutions.

November 26, 2019

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