Submit
Open Calendar

Breadcrumb

News

Mike Hough Photo
college of education, ucmalumni, UCM Alumni Foundation, University News

$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
mlk-freedom-scholarship-fundraiser-graphic
University News, Alumni Foundation, MLK

2022 MLK Celebration, 'Living the Dream: Live and in Color' Events Announced

With the 2022 theme, “Living the Dream: Live and in Color,” the University of Central Missouri in January will host a variety of special events on campus and in cooperation with local organizations to honor the legacy of civil rights leader and humanitarian Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Freedom Scholarship Fundraiser, Community Praise and Worship Service, and the annual Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce Community Service Awards Luncheon are among these special events, in addition to other opportunities at UCM’s Warrensburg and Lee’s Summit campuses.

January 07, 2022
Chavez Award Recipients 2021
Opportunity In Action, University News

Chavez Scholarship Recipients Honored by UCM Share Thoughts on Value of Higher Education

As a way to celebrate the legacy of a great civil rights leader and the relationship between the University of Central Missouri and members of the Hispanic and Latino communities in the Kansas City metropolitan area, UCM honored 2021 and 2020 student recipients of Cesar E. Chavez Scholarships during the fall 2021 semester. Kansas City area students who want to further their education through this scholarship are being encouraged to apply for 2022 awards by Feb. 1.

January 04, 2022
Monoprinting
University News, UCM-LS

Learn About the Art of Monoprinting at Four-day Workshop Offered by UCM

The University of Central Missouri will offer Monoprinting with Gelli Plates, a four-day workshop, designed to teach interested individuals how to create unique art prints.

January 03, 2022
Joe Mullins
University News, UCM-LS

Joe Mullins of UCM Named to Truman Heartland Community Foundation Board of Directors

Joe Mullins, consultant for the University of Central Missouri’s Center for Workforce and Professional Education, was recently named to the Truman Heartland Community Foundation Board of Directors. He will begin serving a three-year term in January. Other new members joining the non-profit organization’s board this winter are Beth Rosemergey and Jason Snodgrass.

January 03, 2022
Professional Certificate Graduates 2021
University News, UCM-LS

CNA, Phlebotomy Technician and Medical Billing and Coding Professional Graduates Earn Sought-after Certificates from University of Central Missouri

Graduates of the University of Central Missouri’s Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)-Mental Health, Phlebotomy Technician Certificate and Medical Billing and Coding Professional programs were recognized Dec. 17 at a ceremony at UCM’s Lee’s Summit campus.

January 03, 2022
Online Learning Classes
UCM-LS, University News

UCM Offers Free Personal Enrichment Online Courses through May 2022

Short-term classes include topics such as creative writing, gardening, knitting and photography.

January 03, 2022
night photo of maastricht friendship tower
University News, Rankings

Forbes 2021 America's Top Colleges List Includes UCM

Business and industry magazine giant and digital content producer Forbes recently released its 2021 rankings of the top 600 universities in the United States.

December 17, 2021
rn to bsn badge
University News, nursing

Online Degree Prof Ranks UCM Online RN to BSN for Affordability

The University of Central Missouri has been ranked for having one of the Most Affordable Online RN to BSN programs in the nation. The ranking, conducted and published by Online Degree Prof, an independent and emerging online higher educational guide, listed UCM among nine other academic institutions across the country.

December 17, 2021
150 challenge team photo
kinesiology, University News

University Members Traverse 150 Miles in Under 150 Minutes to Celebrate UCM Milestone

The University of Central Missouri School of Nutrition, Kinesiology and Psychological Science recently held an athletic event to promote health and fitness while honoring the university’s 150th anniversary. The event, UCM 150 Celebration Team Challenge, charged a group of students and faculty with the opportunity to simulate traveling 150 miles in 150 minutes with human power.

December 16, 2021
photo of beekeepers at ucm farm
ucm farm, University News

Heroes to Hives Offers Outlet for Veterans Transitioning to Civilian Life

Military veterans making the transition to civilian life are finding new opportunities for financial growth and wellness thanks to a program that teaches them the art of agricultural beekeeping. This is part of Heroes to Hives, a Michigan-based program that is offered to United States veterans through the University of Missouri with resource, land and logistical assistance provided by the University of Central Missouri.

December 15, 2021
portrait of president roger best
University News, UCM Board of Governors

UCM Board Demonstrates Confidence in Best Through Extended Contract

Demonstrating its continued confidence in President Roger Best’s leadership, the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors has extended the top UCM administrator’s employment contract through June 30, 2026.

December 14, 2021
kmos pbs american portrait poster
PBS, KMOS, University News

KMOS PBS Named Finalist for NETA Public Media Awards

KMOS PBS, the University of Central Missouri’s public television station, has been named a finalist in two categories of the National Education Telecommunications Association (NETA) Public Media Awards program planned for Jan. 25, 2022. The KMOS PBS initiative titled “The Story of Us: A KMOS American Portrait Special” was named a finalist in the category of Content: Cultural Documentary and in the category of Marketing/Communications: Integrated Media Campaign.

December 14, 2021
portrait of stephanie goh
University News, library science

UCM Ed Specialist Student Selected as 2022 ALA Emerging Leader

University of Central Missouri graduate student Stephanie Goh has been selected by the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) as a participant in the American Library Association’s (ALA) 2022 Emerging Leaders program. Goh, who plans to graduate from UCM in May 2022 with an Education Specialist in Professional Leadership: Librarianship, is a resident of Kirkwood, Missouri, who works professionally in the St. Louis area.

December 14, 2021
pernews certificate
public relations, University News

PRNews Names UCM Public Relations and Strategic Communication Program to Prestigious 2022 Education A-list

Joining an editorial compilation that includes academic programs at some of the nation’s most prestigious college and universities, the University of Central Missouri’s Public Relations and Strategic Communications program has been named to PRNews’s 2022 A-list.

December 13, 2021
Dr. Best Instagram Story
ucmblog

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
Handshake
ucmblog

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
UCM Mule Statue
ucmblog

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
Chris Lang
ucmblog

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
New Year's Resolutions
ucmblog

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
Winter Break
ucmblog

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

social-section

  • facebook
  • twitter
  • youtube
  • linkedin
  • instagram