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University News, actuarial science

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 Student Organization
University News, MIC, UCM-LS

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
 mules and riders in parade
University News, homecoming

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
Photo of Dr. Yu Zhao
software engineering, University News, mathematics and computer science

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
Homecoming Royalty
homecoming, University News

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
Photo of Phil Roberts and Roger Best
University News, UCM Foundation

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
Online Learning
University News, UCM-LS, MIC

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
Union Station KC
UCM-LS, University News

KC Trade Forum and Regional Tour and A Global Students Connected Experience to be Presented at Kansas City's Union Station Oct. 27-29

This international event will include site visits, tours and business roundtables.

October 20, 2021
Photo of  Dr. Miaozong Wu
University News, OSHA, Occupational Safety Management

Professor Wu Awarded Third Federal Grant to Protect Workers in High-risk Industries from Electric Arc Injuries

WARRENSBURG, MO – Dr. Miaozong Wu, CSP, ARM, associate professor and program coordinator of the Master of Science in Occupational Safety Management at University of Central Missouri, was recently awarded a $131,250 grant from the United States Department of Labor (DOL). UCM is the only institution in Missouri to receive funds through the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Susan Harwood Training Grant program. Prior to this new grant, Wu and his team successfully completed two other OSHA Susan Harwood grants between 2019 and 2021.

October 19, 2021
Graphic Featuring Two Mules
University News, ucm150, homecoming

UCM Plans Record-Setting Attempt for Largest Ridden Parade of Mules

In a year that recognizes many rich traditions, the University of Central Missouri is going the extra mile to celebrate its longtime mascot. When visitors attend the 2021 Homecoming festivities, they can watch UCM attempt to achieve a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the largest ridden parade of mules. An event that annually brings thousands of people to the campus and Warrensburg communities, the Homecoming parade is planned for 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23.

October 18, 2021
MO  the UCM Mascot Giving Blood
homecoming, University News

Celebrate Homecoming and Save a Life by Donating Blood at UCM

While celebrating Homecoming Week at the University of Central Missouri, campus members and other interested individuals can celebrate the gift of life by donating blood to the Community Blood Center. Featuring Kansas City Chiefs t-shirt giveaways and opportunities to win prizes, the UCM Homecoming Blood Drive will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 18-19 at the ballroom of the Elliott Student Union.

October 15, 2021
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
photo of actuarial science classroom
University News, actuarial science

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 Student Organization
University News, MIC, UCM-LS

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
 mules and riders in parade
University News, homecoming

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
Photo of Dr. Yu Zhao
software engineering, University News, mathematics and computer science

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
Homecoming Royalty
homecoming, University News

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
Photo of Phil Roberts and Roger Best
University News, UCM Foundation

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
Online Learning
University News, UCM-LS, MIC

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
Union Station KC
UCM-LS, University News

KC Trade Forum and Regional Tour and A Global Students Connected Experience to be Presented at Kansas City's Union Station Oct. 27-29

This international event will include site visits, tours and business roundtables.

October 20, 2021
Photo of  Dr. Miaozong Wu
University News, OSHA, Occupational Safety Management

Professor Wu Awarded Third Federal Grant to Protect Workers in High-risk Industries from Electric Arc Injuries

WARRENSBURG, MO – Dr. Miaozong Wu, CSP, ARM, associate professor and program coordinator of the Master of Science in Occupational Safety Management at University of Central Missouri, was recently awarded a $131,250 grant from the United States Department of Labor (DOL). UCM is the only institution in Missouri to receive funds through the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Susan Harwood Training Grant program. Prior to this new grant, Wu and his team successfully completed two other OSHA Susan Harwood grants between 2019 and 2021.

October 19, 2021
Graphic Featuring Two Mules
University News, ucm150, homecoming

UCM Plans Record-Setting Attempt for Largest Ridden Parade of Mules

In a year that recognizes many rich traditions, the University of Central Missouri is going the extra mile to celebrate its longtime mascot. When visitors attend the 2021 Homecoming festivities, they can watch UCM attempt to achieve a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the largest ridden parade of mules. An event that annually brings thousands of people to the campus and Warrensburg communities, the Homecoming parade is planned for 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23.

October 18, 2021
MO  the UCM Mascot Giving Blood
homecoming, University News

Celebrate Homecoming and Save a Life by Donating Blood at UCM

While celebrating Homecoming Week at the University of Central Missouri, campus members and other interested individuals can celebrate the gift of life by donating blood to the Community Blood Center. Featuring Kansas City Chiefs t-shirt giveaways and opportunities to win prizes, the UCM Homecoming Blood Drive will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 18-19 at the ballroom of the Elliott Student Union.

October 15, 2021
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

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