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UCM Composite Photo of Distinguished Alumni
Distinguished Alumni, University News, Alumni Foundation

UCM Honors 2020-2021 Distinguished Alumni During Homecoming

WARRENSBURG, MO – In recognition of graduates’ outstanding achievements, the University of Central Missouri will celebrate its 2021 Homecoming with the annual Distinguished Alumni Dinner at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22, in the Sandra Temple Elliott Ballroom of the Elliott Student Union. Two individuals will be honored as this year’s Distinguished Alumni, and five alumni will be recognized as 2020 honorees. Those who register for the dinner (ucmfoundation.org/2021distinguishedalumnidinner) will be able to watch the program via livestream.

October 14, 2021
Chris Childers Portrait
UCM History, University News

Missouri Bicentennial Keynote Lecture on Sectional Tension and Compromise of 1820 Slated for Oct. 16 in Lee's Summit

WARRENSBURG, MO – As Missouri celebrates its bicentennial, History Program faculty members at the University of Central Missouri are helping to coordinate an in-person presentation by Dr. Chris Childers, associate professor of history at Pittsburg State University and author of the book, “Failure of Popular Sovereignty.” His free, public Missouri Bicentennial Keynote lecture is slated for 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 16 at UCM-Lee’s Summit, the Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC), 1101 NW Innovation Parkway, Lee’s Summit.

October 12, 2021
Julie Lewis Muleskinner Advisor Portrait
University News, Muleskinner

Muleskinner Adviser Julie Lewis Named Recipient of 2021 Adviser Award

Julie Lewis, assistant instructor of digital media production and faculty adviser for the University of Central Missouri’s student-led newspaper, the Muleskinner, is being recognized as one of the College Media Association's 2021 Best Media Advisers in the nation. Lewis was one of three Honor Roll Advisers recognized from four-year institutions.

October 11, 2021
 Darrion Cockrell Speaking to Students
University News, college of education, future teachers

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
Ed and Sandra Elliott with Barbara Bush
ucm150, KMOS-TV, University News

KMOS-TV Presents "Mule Tracks: UCM After 150 Years," New Documentary Airs Homecoming Week

In celebration of the 1871 founding of the University of Central Missouri, originally known as State Normal School No. 2, KMOS-TV has produced an in-depth history drawing on official archives, historian interviews, and recollections of current and former university leaders. Narrated by Marion "Woody" Woods (1450 KOKO/98.5 The Bar,) “Mule Tracks: UCM After 150 Years” details significant events in the evolution of the university’s academic structure and the growth of the campus. This program will premiere on KMOS-HD channel 6.1 at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19.

October 06, 2021
Curious Incident Poster
University News, events, Department of Theatre and Dance

'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time' Includes 'Pay-What-You-Can' Sunday Matinee, ASL Interpreter Oct. 10, Sensory Sensitivity Performance Oct. 14

University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance will present the 2015 Tony Award-winning drama, “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time.” Based on the best-selling book of the same name written by Mark Haddon and adapted for the stage by Simon Stephens, this play follows a neurodivergent boy as he tries to solve the mystery concerning the death of his neighbor’s dog.

October 06, 2021
Software Engineering Equipment
University News, software engineering

UCM BS in Software Engineering is First Such Program in Missouri to Earn Prestigious ABET Accreditation

A designation assuring students that their education meets critical standards to prepare them for the STEM global workforce, the University of Central Missouri’s Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering recently received ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accreditation. It is the first program of its kind in Missouri to receive this designation.

October 04, 2021
CNA Graduates, Lakewood Medical Center Partnership with UCM
UCM-LS, School of Nursing, MIC, University News

Real-world Training and Proven Partnerships Help University Health Lakewood Medical Center Develop Talent for Critical Healthcare Positions

The University of Central Missouri, Full Employment Council and University Health Lakewood Medical Center have joined forces to create a homegrown training program for CNAs.

October 04, 2021
UCM Theatre and Dance Playbill
University News, Department of Theatre and Dance, James L. Highlander Theatre, hendricks hall

UCM Theatre and Dance Offers Season Tickets for 2021-2022 for 'Live On Stage!' Performances

University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance has announced the availability of 2021-2022 season tickets through Oct. 16. After a year of limitations to live performance, UCM Theatre and Dance is excited to invite the community back into the theater and be “Live On Stage!”

September 30, 2021
Matt Garver in Lab
COVID, University News, kinesiology

UCM Faculty Research Article in 'Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare' Demonstrates Perceived Psychological Impact of COVID-19 on 'College Athletes'

For college athletes and members of other student groups the perceived anxiety surrounding the beginning of a new academic year in times of COVID-19 evokes emotions some students equate with those associated with major events such as a significant injury, surgery, or even losing a loved one. These are among the findings reported in a recent research paper published in the “Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare” conducted by a research team that included three University of Central Missouri faculty members, a former graduate assistant, and a faculty member at an Ohio institution.

September 29, 2021
 Portrait of Ann McCoy
college of education, University News

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
Virtual Reality Demonstration
University News, School of Nursing, UCM-LS, MIC

Nursing Instructors Experience AR-VR Capabilities at UCM's Mixed Reality Studio

The University of Central Missouri’s student team works with the School of Nursing to help develop healthcare applications using augmented and virtual reality.

September 28, 2021
Matthew Garver Portrait
Advising, University News

Garver's Commitment to Academic Advising Results in Statewide Recognition

Demonstrating his commitment to helping students succeed in their education at the University of Central Missouri, Matthew Garver, Ph.D., has received the Missouri Academic Advising Association (MACADA) Outstanding Academic Advising Award for Faculty Academic Advising. Garver was honored at MACADA’s 2021 virtual conference.

September 27, 2021
Graduates of Medical Coding And Billing Certificate Program
University News, UCM-Lee's Summit

Medical Coding and Billing Graduates Earn Valuable Certificate from UCM

Graduates of the University of Central Missouri’s Medical Coding and Billing Professional Certificate Program were recognized at a ceremony at UCM’s Lee’s Summit campus.

September 23, 2021
Judge With Gavel
University News, Court of Appeals

Missouri Court of Appeals Convenes Oct. 13 at UCM

WARRENSBURG, MO – An opportunity to see the judicial system in action, the Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, will convene court at the University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, Oct. 13.

September 22, 2021

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