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.
The largest planned gift in the history of the University of Central Missouri – a commitment currently valued at $20 million – is being made possible by an alumnus whose affiliation with UCM began more than 100 years ago.
March 15, 2021
Honoring Dr. Dorothy Elizabeth Steward’s great appreciation for education and her passion for music, the University of Central Missouri on March 10 celebrated her life through the dedication of a music practice room that will have a longtime impact on UCM students developing their performance skills.
March 10, 2021
While providing an outstanding learning opportunity for University of Central Missouri students, the Student Managed Investment Fund recently grew to more than $1 million under management. This doubled the amount initially committed by the UCM Alumni Foundation in 2013 to create the SMIF in the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies.
February 26, 2021
The largest planned gift in the history of the University of Central Missouri – a commitment currently valued at $20 million – is being made possible by an alumnus whose affiliation with UCM began more than 100 years ago.
March 15, 2021
Honoring Dr. Dorothy Elizabeth Steward’s great appreciation for education and her passion for music, the University of Central Missouri on March 10 celebrated her life through the dedication of a music practice room that will have a longtime impact on UCM students developing their performance skills.
March 10, 2021
While providing an outstanding learning opportunity for University of Central Missouri students, the Student Managed Investment Fund recently grew to more than $1 million under management. This doubled the amount initially committed by the UCM Alumni Foundation in 2013 to create the SMIF in the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies.
February 26, 2021
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