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President Best Says UCM Outlook is "Mule Strong" with Successes That Include Enrollment Increase
WARRENSBURG, MO – Announcing that the University of Central Missouri was the only institution out of 47 colleges and universities from Missouri and our region to experience enrollment gains this fall across three segments - first-time freshmen, transfer and international - President Roger Best affirmed that the university has much to be proud of when he presented his 2021 State of the University Address. In his speech on Sept. 16 he called the institution “Mule Strong,” also announcing a salary increase for full-time employees, effective Jan. 1, 2022.
September 17, 2021
UCM Ranks 16th Among U.S. News & World Report's Top Midwest Institutions
For the third consecutive year, the University of Central Missouri maintained its spot at #16 as a top public institution in the Midwest region on the 2022 U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges rankings, and was also listed #31 among best colleges and universities for Veterans, #60 as a best value institution, and #74 among best regional universities in the Midwest.
September 17, 2021
Official Missouri Bicentennial Exhibit, the Struggle for Statehood Comes to UCM-Lee's Summit Sept. 22-Oct. 26
An opportunity to learn more about the challenges Missouri’s founders faced more than 200 years ago, the University of Central Missouri is bringing to the Kansas City area the Struggle for Statehood, Missouri’s Official Bicentennial Exhibit.
September 14, 2021
UCM Earns Spot on Princeton Review's "Best of Midwest" List for 18th Year
WARRENSBURG, MO – Continuing annual recognition that the University of Central Missouri has received since the 2004 edition of The Princeton Review, UCM is included on the education services company’s “2022 Best Colleges: Region by Region” website. The results listing the “Best in the Midwest” colleges and universities were recently announced.
September 13, 2021
UCM to Offer New Online Freedom of Information Act Course for Fall 2021
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 will be offered online from Oct. 11 through Dec. 10.
September 09, 2021
"Earn-as-you-learn" Partnership Offers a Win-win for UCM, John Knox Village, Full Employment Council and Students
Out-of-the-box thinking during the pandemic has resulted in an innovative program that helps fill critical needs in healthcare.
September 03, 2021
Faculty, UCM 150th Anniversary Exhibits on Display at Gallery of Art and Design
WARRENSBURG, MO – The University of Central Missouri Gallery of Art and Design welcomes individuals to view its annual Faculty Exhibition through Sept. 18, and UCM Then and Now 150 Years through Oct. 30.
September 01, 2021
UCM Recognized by Abound as Institution for Graduate Program Excellence
A testament to the University of Central Missouri’s efforts to meet the needs of students who want to advance their higher education, UCM is receiving “Abound 2021 Top Grad Programs” recognition.
August 31, 2021
UCM Theatre and Dance Presents Night of Studio Theatre One-Act Plays
WARRENSBURG, MO – Enjoy an evening of entertainment as University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance present a night of Studio Theatre 10-minute plays at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 9, 10, and 11 in the Nickerson Black Box Theatre, located on the first floor of Nickerson Hall.
August 30, 2021
UCM Esports Enters Third Year with Player Signing Ceremony, Scholarships
WARRENSBURG, MO – Entering its third consecutive year at the University of Central Missouri, UCM Esports, led by Interim Varsity Director Kordell Ballard and Founder Steven Shattuck, began the 2021 fall semester with a signing ceremony to recognize students on six different teams, each named for different video games.
August 30, 2021
Go Global KC Promotes Kansas City's International Trade Economy
The annual event will be held Sept. 23 at Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee’s Summit.
August 30, 2021
Career Services Puts Students on Path to Jobs, Preparation Through Fall Events
WARRENSBURG, MO – Referred to as the WISE-A-Thon Series of Events, the University of Central Missouri Career Services Center has planned a busy fall semester of activities designed to help students be better prepared to hit the job market.
August 26, 2021
UCM Esports Hosts Tournament, $1,500 Prize Pool Available to Competitors
WARRENSBURG, MO – UCM Esports, a competitive gaming team at the University of Central Missouri that continues to grow in popularity since its inception in 2019, will conduct a Super Smash Bros Ultimate tournament 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1. The tournament is being coordinated in cooperation with the United States Army National Guard and Central Missouri Intramurals and will feature a total prize pool of $1,500 for top participants.
August 26, 2021
Historic Campus Tour and Ghost Buildings of the Great Fire Returns to UCM
WARRENSBURG, MO (Aug. 25, 2021) – As the University of Central Missouri’s sesquicentennial celebration continues, UCM will once again host the Historic Campus Tour and Ghost Buildings of the Great Fire.
August 25, 2021
Board Authorizes Health Insurance Renewal, Building Demolition, Upgrades
WARRENSBURG, MO – The renewal of employee health insurance and facility projects that relate to the Fraternity Complex, Nattinger-Bradshaw Hall, Wood Hall, and the W.C. Morris Science Building were approved by the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors when it met in plenary session Aug. 19.
August 24, 2021
