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UCM Collaborates with Alumnus to Get "Big Bang" Out of Giving Tuesday
Having been cast in film and television roles that include two hit CBS sitcoms, actor Brian Thomas Smith has a profound appreciation for the role his University of Central Missouri education played in his journey. As UCM engages in Giving Tuesday, Nov. 30, Smith will partner with his alma mater by hosting a student-led Zoom conversation the following day with individuals who support this annual fundraising event through their financial gifts.
November 16, 2021
UCM's Criminal Justice Students Celebrate 20-year Regional Winning Streak
For the 20th consecutive year, the University of Central Missouri's gamma Epsilon Delta chapter of the Lambda Alpha Epsilon American Criminal Justice Association (LAE-AMCA) has claimed the Sweepstakes Trophy in the Regional III competition. This is unprecedented in the history of the association. UCM will not go on to compete for its 19th consecutive national title.
November 12, 2021
Pre-demolition of Nattinger-Bradshaw Hall Provides Training Opportunity for Warrensburg Area Firefighters
With the University of Central Missouri planning to demolish one of its aging residence halls, the university is putting the building to temporary use as a location for training local firefighters.
November 10, 2021
UCM Theatre and Dance Presents 'Elf: The Musical'; ASL Interpreter Nov. 18 and Toy Drive through Run of Show
An entertaining warm-up for the holidays, the University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance presents “Elf: The Musical,” with performances beginning Nov. 12. A toy drive through the run of the show to help children in need and an interpreter for the Nov. 18 production are included.
November 09, 2021
UCM Transitions to New Education for Service Awards Program Honoring Faculty, Staff and Students Who Exemplify Core Values
UCM President Roger Best recently announced the establishment of the annual Education for Service Awards, which will honor one faculty member, one staff member and one student beginning with the spring 2022 semester. The first nominee applications will be submitted by Dec. 1, 2021 for individuals who exemplify the university’s six core values – Community, Diversity, Excellence, Learning, Opportunity and Service.
November 09, 2021
UCM Students Capture $11,500 in Financial Awards, Finish Second Overall in 11th State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition
Two University of Central Missouri students captured second place overall after collecting two first-place and one second-place award in specific categories during the 2021 State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition Oct. 29 at UCM.
November 04, 2021
UCM Celebrates Highlander Theatre's 50th Anniversary, Ed See Outstanding Theatre Alumnus Award Presentation
The University of Central Missouri Division of Theatre and Dance will celebrate the Highlander Theatre’s 50th year on Friday, Nov. 19, prior to the evening performance of “Elf The Musical.” This event takes place on the same day that the theatre opened at UCM, with the production of “Hamlet” on Nov. 19, 1971.
November 03, 2021
Governors Amend Design-Build Contract Expanding Scope of Airport Project
In its plenary session Oct. 29, the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors voted to amend the design-build contract for construction of the new terminal and education building at Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport. This decision will expand the project which previously had a projected $2.8 million budget to one that will cost approximately $5.1 million, and will enable the facility to better serve community and student aviation needs.
November 02, 2021
Actuarial Science and Statistics Degree at UCM Nationally Ranked for Affordability
The Actuarial Science and Statistics program at the University of Central Missouri has recently been ranked as one of the top 10 most affordable degree programs of its kind for 2022. Bachelor's Degree Center, a website dedicated to providing users with information pertaining to higher education institutions across the country, placed the program 10th in the recent ranking with UCM being the only Missouri institution to be recognized.
November 01, 2021
UCM International Students Invited to Nov. 17 Presentation on CPT and OPT Work Programs
University of Central Missouri international students are invited to a Nov. 17 presentation designed to help them navigate the Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) work programs.
October 29, 2021
While Seeking Record, Homecoming Events Exemplified UCM's Longstanding Education for Service Motto
While spectators lined the streets of downtown Warrensburg Saturday morning Oct. 23, to watch the attempt to achieve the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the largest ridden parade of mules, there was plenty more to cheer about as the University of Central Missouri celebrated its 2021 Homecoming.
October 28, 2021
UCM Faculty Member Leads Research Exploring Novel Approach for Determining Cause of Mobile App Crashes
While mobile phone users rely on applications (apps) to complete a number of tasks, these apps are often subject to software bugs that result in crashes which cause them to fail. Thanks to the work of a group of researchers, including one University of Central Missouri assistant professor, app developers now have a tool that will help them resolve crash issues with less human effort.
October 28, 2021
Eighteen Candidates Seek Homecoming Royalty Title
The University of Central Missouri annually conducts the Homecoming Royalty competition to select a King and Queen. Nine King candidates and nine Queen candidates are vying for Homecoming Royalty this weekend, with top contestants to be introduced during half-time of the Mules football game Saturday, Oct. 23. Homecoming Royalty will also participate in the parade that begins at 9 a.m. the same day.
October 22, 2021
Higher Education Advocate Provides $1M Gift for Scholarship at UCM
Although longtime Independence resident Phillip (Phil) B. Roberts only briefly attended the University of Central Missouri, he has never forgotten the impact the institution had on his life. He recently expressed his appreciation for what his higher education experiences have meant to him, and his desire to help students, through a $1 million gift to the UCM Alumni Foundation.
October 22, 2021
UCM to Offer New Online Freedom of Information Act Course Beginning Jan. 10
The University of Central Missouri will offer a new course focusing on the Freedom of Information Act and how to respond to FOIA requests. The three-hour course, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) course, will be offered online from Jan. 10 through March 4.
October 20, 2021
UCM Collaborates with Alumnus to Get "Big Bang" Out of Giving Tuesday
Having been cast in film and television roles that include two hit CBS sitcoms, actor Brian Thomas Smith has a profound appreciation for the role his University of Central Missouri education played in his journey. As UCM engages in Giving Tuesday, Nov. 30, Smith will partner with his alma mater by hosting a student-led Zoom conversation the following day with individuals who support this annual fundraising event through their financial gifts.
November 16, 2021
UCM's Criminal Justice Students Celebrate 20-year Regional Winning Streak
For the 20th consecutive year, the University of Central Missouri's gamma Epsilon Delta chapter of the Lambda Alpha Epsilon American Criminal Justice Association (LAE-AMCA) has claimed the Sweepstakes Trophy in the Regional III competition. This is unprecedented in the history of the association. UCM will not go on to compete for its 19th consecutive national title.
November 12, 2021
Pre-demolition of Nattinger-Bradshaw Hall Provides Training Opportunity for Warrensburg Area Firefighters
With the University of Central Missouri planning to demolish one of its aging residence halls, the university is putting the building to temporary use as a location for training local firefighters.
November 10, 2021
UCM Theatre and Dance Presents 'Elf: The Musical'; ASL Interpreter Nov. 18 and Toy Drive through Run of Show
An entertaining warm-up for the holidays, the University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance presents “Elf: The Musical,” with performances beginning Nov. 12. A toy drive through the run of the show to help children in need and an interpreter for the Nov. 18 production are included.
November 09, 2021
UCM Transitions to New Education for Service Awards Program Honoring Faculty, Staff and Students Who Exemplify Core Values
UCM President Roger Best recently announced the establishment of the annual Education for Service Awards, which will honor one faculty member, one staff member and one student beginning with the spring 2022 semester. The first nominee applications will be submitted by Dec. 1, 2021 for individuals who exemplify the university’s six core values – Community, Diversity, Excellence, Learning, Opportunity and Service.
November 09, 2021
UCM Students Capture $11,500 in Financial Awards, Finish Second Overall in 11th State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition
Two University of Central Missouri students captured second place overall after collecting two first-place and one second-place award in specific categories during the 2021 State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition Oct. 29 at UCM.
November 04, 2021
UCM Celebrates Highlander Theatre's 50th Anniversary, Ed See Outstanding Theatre Alumnus Award Presentation
The University of Central Missouri Division of Theatre and Dance will celebrate the Highlander Theatre’s 50th year on Friday, Nov. 19, prior to the evening performance of “Elf The Musical.” This event takes place on the same day that the theatre opened at UCM, with the production of “Hamlet” on Nov. 19, 1971.
November 03, 2021
Governors Amend Design-Build Contract Expanding Scope of Airport Project
In its plenary session Oct. 29, the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors voted to amend the design-build contract for construction of the new terminal and education building at Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport. This decision will expand the project which previously had a projected $2.8 million budget to one that will cost approximately $5.1 million, and will enable the facility to better serve community and student aviation needs.
November 02, 2021
Actuarial Science and Statistics Degree at UCM Nationally Ranked for Affordability
The Actuarial Science and Statistics program at the University of Central Missouri has recently been ranked as one of the top 10 most affordable degree programs of its kind for 2022. Bachelor's Degree Center, a website dedicated to providing users with information pertaining to higher education institutions across the country, placed the program 10th in the recent ranking with UCM being the only Missouri institution to be recognized.
November 01, 2021
UCM International Students Invited to Nov. 17 Presentation on CPT and OPT Work Programs
University of Central Missouri international students are invited to a Nov. 17 presentation designed to help them navigate the Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) work programs.
October 29, 2021
While Seeking Record, Homecoming Events Exemplified UCM's Longstanding Education for Service Motto
While spectators lined the streets of downtown Warrensburg Saturday morning Oct. 23, to watch the attempt to achieve the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the largest ridden parade of mules, there was plenty more to cheer about as the University of Central Missouri celebrated its 2021 Homecoming.
October 28, 2021
UCM Faculty Member Leads Research Exploring Novel Approach for Determining Cause of Mobile App Crashes
While mobile phone users rely on applications (apps) to complete a number of tasks, these apps are often subject to software bugs that result in crashes which cause them to fail. Thanks to the work of a group of researchers, including one University of Central Missouri assistant professor, app developers now have a tool that will help them resolve crash issues with less human effort.
October 28, 2021
Eighteen Candidates Seek Homecoming Royalty Title
The University of Central Missouri annually conducts the Homecoming Royalty competition to select a King and Queen. Nine King candidates and nine Queen candidates are vying for Homecoming Royalty this weekend, with top contestants to be introduced during half-time of the Mules football game Saturday, Oct. 23. Homecoming Royalty will also participate in the parade that begins at 9 a.m. the same day.
October 22, 2021
Higher Education Advocate Provides $1M Gift for Scholarship at UCM
Although longtime Independence resident Phillip (Phil) B. Roberts only briefly attended the University of Central Missouri, he has never forgotten the impact the institution had on his life. He recently expressed his appreciation for what his higher education experiences have meant to him, and his desire to help students, through a $1 million gift to the UCM Alumni Foundation.
October 22, 2021
UCM to Offer New Online Freedom of Information Act Course Beginning Jan. 10
The University of Central Missouri will offer a new course focusing on the Freedom of Information Act and how to respond to FOIA requests. The three-hour course, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) course, will be offered online from Jan. 10 through March 4.
October 20, 2021
