At the University of Central Missouri, we believe in the power of stories to inform, inspire and connect. The UCM News Bureau serves as the university's central source for official news, announcements and feature stories that highlight the achievements, events and initiatives shaping our campus community.
Our team provides timely, accurate and engaging content that reflects the university's commitment to academic excellence, student success and community engagement. Whether you're a student, faculty or staff member, alumnus, journalist or visitor, we invite you to explore our latest updates and discover the many ways UCM is redefining what's possible locally, nationally and globally.
In a tournament that included teams representing 15 institutions of higher education, the University of Central Missouri’s Talking Mules finished as the Overall Combined Sweepstakes Champions with the team winning several state championships in individual events and debate.
February 18, 2020
Following ratification by its board of directors, the American Association of Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) recently announced the extension of accreditation for the University of Central Missouri’s business and accounting programs for the next five years.
February 05, 2020
A positive reflection on the University of Central Missouri’s efforts to make quality academic programs accessible and affordable, U.S. News & World Report has included UCM’s online MBA and Master’s in Nursing degrees in its 2020 best online program rankings.
February 04, 2020
In a tournament that included teams representing 15 institutions of higher education, the University of Central Missouri’s Talking Mules finished as the Overall Combined Sweepstakes Champions with the team winning several state championships in individual events and debate.
February 18, 2020
Following ratification by its board of directors, the American Association of Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) recently announced the extension of accreditation for the University of Central Missouri’s business and accounting programs for the next five years.
February 05, 2020
A positive reflection on the University of Central Missouri’s efforts to make quality academic programs accessible and affordable, U.S. News & World Report has included UCM’s online MBA and Master’s in Nursing degrees in its 2020 best online program rankings.
February 04, 2020
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