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Funding for Humphreys Building Improvements Authorized by Board
In a meeting that included updates, discussion and action regarding campus improvement projects, the University of Central Missouri’s Board of Governors authorized spending up to $2.95 million, including a 15 percent contingency, on a renovation and environmental project in the Humphreys Building.
May 26, 2016Marine Major Urges Audience to Remember Veterans in Preserving Peace
Quoting a passage from former President Abraham Lincoln’s second inaugural address, a retired Marine veteran, Major John T. Schwent, said words spoken in 1865 are still relevant today when considering the important role military personnel play in preserving peace.
May 25, 2016Walkers, Team Captains, Business Participants Sought for 2016 Heart Walk
Almost everyone has a story to tell about a friend or family member who has battled cardiovascular disease or stroke, the nation’s No. 1 and No. 5 leading causes of death. Through the 2016 Johnson County Heart Walk, Saturday, Oct. 1, individuals, families, businesses and organizations have an opportunity to join in the fight against these serious health issues while participating in a fun, family-friendly environment at the University of Central Missouri.
May 24, 2016Mules Baseball Claims 17th Regional Crown with 7-4 Win over Arkansas-Monticello
The ninth-ranked Mules captured the 2016 Central Region championship with a 7-4 win over Arkansas-Monticello on Monday afternoon at Joe Faber Field. It is the 17th regional crown in program history and the Mules advance to next week's NCAA-II World Series in Cary, North Carolina for the first time since 2011.
May 23, 2016Housing, Food, Staff Make UCM Attractive Site for ACE International Student Convention
Citing factors that include excellent accommodations and great staff service, Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) has selected the University of Central Missouri as the site for its 2016 International Student Convention (ISC). The event takes place Saturday through Thursday, May 21-26, and will bring more than 2,100 students ages 13-19 from 26 different countries to UCM for a week of fun, educational and competitive activities.
May 18, 2016Trailblazing MIC Students Complete Four-year Degrees from UCM
In a weekend that brought thousands of people to the University of Central Missouri, 11 students who helped trailblaze a new nationally recognized pathway to higher education were part of the record-breaking 2016 Spring Commencement Exercises.
May 09, 2016Mules National Golf Club Grand Opening Celebrates Milestone at UCM
After an extensive one-year, multi-million dollar renovation project, the University of Central Missouri is celebrating a new chapter in the history of Keth Memorial Golf Course through the grand opening of Mules National Golf Club Friday, May 27, at 5 Par Drive in Warrensburg. The celebration gives people an opportunity to see the professional quality golf facilities, along with Traditions Restaurant and the Audrey J. Walton Clubhouse at Pertle Springs, which are part of Mules National.
May 09, 2016UCM Technology Students Compete in NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge
Students from the University of Central Missouri School of Technology recently returned to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Ala., to compete in the NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge.
May 09, 2016Yousef, Pint Named Academic Advisors of the Year
Mahmoud Yousef, professor of computer science, and Jennifer Pint, professional academic advisor in the School of Business Administration, recently were recognized as 2016 Academic Advisors of the Year at the University of Central Missouri. Deborah Curtis, provost and chief learning officer at UCM, presented the award during a reception April 21.
May 05, 2016Maple, Parman Claim Top Prize in National Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship Competition
Nellie Maple, a senior theatre performance major at the University of Central Missouri, and her acting partner, Daniel Parman, a graduate student in theatre, claimed top prize at the prestigious Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Irene Ryan National Acting Scholarship Auditions. The auditions were held at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., on April 15.
May 03, 2016First Missouri Innovation Campus Grads to Participate in Commencement
Along with a record number of graduates, the University of Central Missouri’s Spring 2016 Commencement will include the first students from The Missouri Innovation Campus to receive UCM diplomas when ceremonies take place the weekend of May 6-7 in the Multipurpose Building.
May 03, 2016Ceremony Demonstrates Pearce's UCM Roots Run Deep
Demonstrating the depth of his University of Central Missouri roots, Sen. David Pearce, District 21, shared a letter with a crowd of university and community members on April 29 that paved the way for a strong family bond with UCM that has spanned generations.
May 02, 2016Wilson Named Meridith Harmon Sauer Distinguished Professor for Theatre and Dance at UCM
John Wilson, professor of theatre and chair of the Department of Theatre and Dance at the University of Central Missouri, has been named the Meridith Harmon Sauer Distinguished Professor for Theatre and Dance. Gersham Nelson, dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, recently announced the appointment.
May 01, 2016Martinez Sworn In As Student Member of UCM Governing Board
Warrensburg resident Mathew Martinez on April 28 was sworn in to a post as student member of the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors to serve a term that expires Dec. 31, 2017. The Honorable Sue Dodson, associate circuit judge, Judicial Circuit 17, conducted the swearing in activities at the beginning of the board’s April plenary session.
April 29, 2016Implementation of New Budget Model Comes With Boost in State Funding
Expecting to receive a 4 percent increase in state appropriations while also maintaining undergraduate tuition at the current level, the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors on April 28 approved the university’s Fiscal Year 2017 budget totaling $168.3 million.
April 29, 2016
Dr. Best Answers Your Questions via Instagram During #UCMKnowsBest Q&A
On Aug. 17, 2018, University of Central Missouri Interim President Dr. Roger Best answered questions from the campus community via Twitter and Instagram. Watch him respond to questions from our Q&A.
August 20, 2018
5 Reasons Every Mule and Jennie Should Be Using Handshake
UCM’s Career Services office automatically provides all current students & alumni with Handshake, giving you the advantage over similar network-driven career websites. Here are the top 5 reasons you should be checking out Handshake regularly.
August 07, 2018
Top 10 Locations to Take Graduation Photos at UCM
The school year is nearing its end, and it's almost time for what you've been working toward: graduation. Before you say your goodbyes, you might want to take a few pictures to commemorate your time at UCM. There are a lot of beautiful backdrops on campus, and we've compiled a list for you of the top 10 places to take graduation photos on campus. So grab your cap and gown and let's go!
April 24, 2018
Freshman Orientation Registration is Easy With This Video Tutorial
Follow along as Chris Lang, Assistant Director of New Student Programs at UCM, walks you through the orientation registration process.
March 01, 2018
5 New Year's Resolutions that UCM Makes Easy
As you return from the holiday break feeling refreshed and ready to take on a new semester, it’s good to have goals for what you’d like to accomplish. New Year’s resolutions can be hard to stick to, but here are a few that we can help you accomplish.
January 03, 2018
10 Things To Do Over College Winter Break
You’ve worked hard all semester. You’ve turned in your last assignment and taken your last final. It’s finally here: winter break. You’re stress-free and feeling relaxed, except now you’re...bored!? Well, before your mom starts handing you chores to do, here are a few ideas to keep you entertained:
December 22, 2017
