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$1M Alumnus Gift to Benefit UCM's College of Education
The University of Central Missouri Alumni Foundation is pleased to announce that alumnus Greg Thurman, ’74, and his wife, Carla Thurman, of Franklin, Tennessee, have made a generous gift to the university. The gift of $1 million will fund the renovation of a gymnasium in the 53-year-old Lovinger Building into a state-of-the-art mixed-use educational facility.
January 10, 2022
UCM's Future Teacher Academy Attracts Approximately 450 Students to Explore Possible Careers as Educators
Where will tomorrow’s K-12 teachers come from? For many Missouri school districts, it’s possible these individuals will come from their own classrooms. At least this is one of the hopes of educators who planned and organized the Future Teacher Academy (FTA) at the University of Central Missouri, an event that brought approximately 450 middle school and high school students and 50 faculty sponsors to UCM.
October 11, 2021
Experienced UCM Educator, Ann McCoy, Named College of Education Dean
Ann McCoy, Ph.D., a University of Central Missouri alumna with two UCM degrees will be working to make a positive impact on the preparation of tomorrow’s teachers and school administrators as the new dean of the College of Education (COE).
September 28, 2021
UCM's MS in Library Science and Information Services Granted Pre-candidacy Status for Accreditation by ALA
The first step toward the University of Central Missouri’s goal to attain American Library Association (ALA) accreditation for the Master of Science in Library Science and Information Services (LIS) has succeeded. After reviewing a lengthy application submitted by university faculty, ALA’s Committee on Accreditation (COA) in June granted the program pre-candidacy status.
July 01, 2021
UCM's Online Master of Science in Education in Elementary Education Curriculum and Instruction Program Ranked #1 Nationally
The University of Central Missouri’s online Master of Science in Education (MSE) in Elementary Education Curriculum and Instruction has been ranked number one in the nation for 2021 by Intelligent.com.
June 23, 2021
Award-winning "KMOS Classroom: Summer School" Broadcasts Begins June 2
Beginning at 8 a.m. June 1, the University of Central Missouri’s public television station, KMOS-TV, in partnership with UCM’s College of Education will provide three hours of programming focused on K-5 learning with the award-winning “KMOS Classroom: Summer School.”
May 25, 2021
While Looking Toward Retirement, Greife Challenges Students to be "Doers"
As she looks to a new chapter in her life, soon to retire as dean of the University of Central Missouri’s College of Health, Science and Technology, Alice Greife, Ph.D., has a few simple but powerful suggestions for UCM graduates. While she encourages them to dream big, even more important, she challenges them to become “doers” in pursuit of their dreams.
May 20, 2021
UCM College of Education Receives Public Media Awards for 'KMOS Classroom: Summer School'
The University of Central Missouri College of Education and UCM’s public television station KMOS-TV were honored by public media professionals with two awards for the creation and broadcast of 72 lessons designed to help families in preparing their elementary school children for the fall 2020 semester, and to make up for the school closures last spring.
January 28, 2021
Kappa Delta Pi Seeks Support for Campus Cupboard Through T-shirt Sales
While red is one of the University of Central Missouri school colors, faculty, staff and students in the College of Education recently got an extra dose of this warm hue as faculty, staff and students purchased and wore T-shirts in support of Kappa Delta Pi education honor society’s efforts to assist the Campus Cupboard and to benefit the KDP freshman student mentoring program.
October 21, 2020
UCM College of Education Announces Dieckman's Appointment as Director and Certification Officer
For over a decade, Andrea (Andi) Dieckman has been a part of UCM as both an undergraduate and graduate student, a staff member for units across campus, and an adjunct instructor for three of the university’s four colleges. Her experiences as student, staff, and faculty have prepared her well for her appointment as Director and Certification Officer of the Office of Clinical Services and Certification in the College of Education.
September 22, 2020
Thomas Becomes Chair of School of Teaching and Learning July 1
After an internal search, the College of Education is pleased to announce that Dr. Matt Thomas will become the new chair for the School of Teaching and Learning. Thomas brings a wealth of experience to the role of school chair with more than 20 years of experience in the College of Education and nearly a decade of experience in K-12 teaching, administration, and consulting prior to joining UCM in 2000.
May 21, 2020
KMOS, UCM Launch Free On-air K-5 Classes for Missouri Students June 1
For families seeking economical assistance in preparing their elementary school children for the fall semester, and to make up for the school closures of the spring semester, KMOS-TV and the University of Central Missouri will provide free on-air classes beginning June 1. KMOS Classroom: Summer School will be broadcast on KMOS channel 6.1 each Monday through Thursday between 9 a.m. and noon.
May 06, 2020
COE Centennial Celebration Includes Special Events Oct. 25
The 2019-2020 academic year marks a a special time for the University of Central Missouri's College of Education (COE) as it celebrates its centennial.
September 26, 2019
Registration Open for College of Education Centennial Year Golf Tournament
Faculty, staff, students, education alumni and anyone whose life has been impacted by a teacher is invited to a fun and engaging golf tournament hosted by the University of Central Missouri’s College of Education Friday, July 26 at Mules National Golf Club.
June 20, 2019
$1M Alumnus Gift to Benefit UCM's College of Education
The University of Central Missouri Alumni Foundation is pleased to announce that alumnus Greg Thurman, ’74, and his wife, Carla Thurman, of Franklin, Tennessee, have made a generous gift to the university. The gift of $1 million will fund the renovation of a gymnasium in the 53-year-old Lovinger Building into a state-of-the-art mixed-use educational facility.
January 10, 2022
UCM's Future Teacher Academy Attracts Approximately 450 Students to Explore Possible Careers as Educators
Where will tomorrow’s K-12 teachers come from? For many Missouri school districts, it’s possible these individuals will come from their own classrooms. At least this is one of the hopes of educators who planned and organized the Future Teacher Academy (FTA) at the University of Central Missouri, an event that brought approximately 450 middle school and high school students and 50 faculty sponsors to UCM.
October 11, 2021
Experienced UCM Educator, Ann McCoy, Named College of Education Dean
Ann McCoy, Ph.D., a University of Central Missouri alumna with two UCM degrees will be working to make a positive impact on the preparation of tomorrow’s teachers and school administrators as the new dean of the College of Education (COE).
September 28, 2021
UCM's MS in Library Science and Information Services Granted Pre-candidacy Status for Accreditation by ALA
The first step toward the University of Central Missouri’s goal to attain American Library Association (ALA) accreditation for the Master of Science in Library Science and Information Services (LIS) has succeeded. After reviewing a lengthy application submitted by university faculty, ALA’s Committee on Accreditation (COA) in June granted the program pre-candidacy status.
July 01, 2021
UCM's Online Master of Science in Education in Elementary Education Curriculum and Instruction Program Ranked #1 Nationally
The University of Central Missouri’s online Master of Science in Education (MSE) in Elementary Education Curriculum and Instruction has been ranked number one in the nation for 2021 by Intelligent.com.
June 23, 2021
Award-winning "KMOS Classroom: Summer School" Broadcasts Begins June 2
Beginning at 8 a.m. June 1, the University of Central Missouri’s public television station, KMOS-TV, in partnership with UCM’s College of Education will provide three hours of programming focused on K-5 learning with the award-winning “KMOS Classroom: Summer School.”
May 25, 2021
While Looking Toward Retirement, Greife Challenges Students to be "Doers"
As she looks to a new chapter in her life, soon to retire as dean of the University of Central Missouri’s College of Health, Science and Technology, Alice Greife, Ph.D., has a few simple but powerful suggestions for UCM graduates. While she encourages them to dream big, even more important, she challenges them to become “doers” in pursuit of their dreams.
May 20, 2021
UCM College of Education Receives Public Media Awards for 'KMOS Classroom: Summer School'
The University of Central Missouri College of Education and UCM’s public television station KMOS-TV were honored by public media professionals with two awards for the creation and broadcast of 72 lessons designed to help families in preparing their elementary school children for the fall 2020 semester, and to make up for the school closures last spring.
January 28, 2021
Kappa Delta Pi Seeks Support for Campus Cupboard Through T-shirt Sales
While red is one of the University of Central Missouri school colors, faculty, staff and students in the College of Education recently got an extra dose of this warm hue as faculty, staff and students purchased and wore T-shirts in support of Kappa Delta Pi education honor society’s efforts to assist the Campus Cupboard and to benefit the KDP freshman student mentoring program.
October 21, 2020
UCM College of Education Announces Dieckman's Appointment as Director and Certification Officer
For over a decade, Andrea (Andi) Dieckman has been a part of UCM as both an undergraduate and graduate student, a staff member for units across campus, and an adjunct instructor for three of the university’s four colleges. Her experiences as student, staff, and faculty have prepared her well for her appointment as Director and Certification Officer of the Office of Clinical Services and Certification in the College of Education.
September 22, 2020
Thomas Becomes Chair of School of Teaching and Learning July 1
After an internal search, the College of Education is pleased to announce that Dr. Matt Thomas will become the new chair for the School of Teaching and Learning. Thomas brings a wealth of experience to the role of school chair with more than 20 years of experience in the College of Education and nearly a decade of experience in K-12 teaching, administration, and consulting prior to joining UCM in 2000.
May 21, 2020
KMOS, UCM Launch Free On-air K-5 Classes for Missouri Students June 1
For families seeking economical assistance in preparing their elementary school children for the fall semester, and to make up for the school closures of the spring semester, KMOS-TV and the University of Central Missouri will provide free on-air classes beginning June 1. KMOS Classroom: Summer School will be broadcast on KMOS channel 6.1 each Monday through Thursday between 9 a.m. and noon.
May 06, 2020
COE Centennial Celebration Includes Special Events Oct. 25
The 2019-2020 academic year marks a a special time for the University of Central Missouri's College of Education (COE) as it celebrates its centennial.
September 26, 2019
Registration Open for College of Education Centennial Year Golf Tournament
Faculty, staff, students, education alumni and anyone whose life has been impacted by a teacher is invited to a fun and engaging golf tournament hosted by the University of Central Missouri’s College of Education Friday, July 26 at Mules National Golf Club.
June 20, 2019
