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Burress, King Recognized by American Library Association During National Conference
Rene Burress, a University of Central Missouri faculty member, and Matthew (Matt) King, a graduate student at UCM, were honored by the oldest library association in the world, the American Library Association, during the group’s 2019 national conference, June 20-25 in Washington, D.C.
July 01, 2019
IMC Designer Linda Harris, LaMonte, Honored with Foster-Inglish PR Award
Linda Harris, a staff member described as someone who “truly exemplifies service to the University of Central Missouri, the Integrated Marketing and Communications (IMC) office and to students,” has received the 2019 Foster/Inglish Award for Outstanding Achievement and Service in Public Relations.
June 20, 2019
Longtime Local Law Enforcement Professional Shares Knowledge as CMPA's New Director
The University of Central Missouri and the Missouri Safety Center have announced the appointment of Tim Lowry as the new director of the Central Missouri Police Academy on the UCM campus.
June 17, 2019
UCM's 11th President, James Horner Passes Away in St. Louis
James “Jack” Horner, the 11th president of Central Missouri State University, now University of Central Missouri, passed away May 26, 2019, in St. Louis.
June 05, 2019
Taylor Honored with J.P. Mees Award During Annual Staff Appreciation Breakfast
With nomination documents citing characteristics that reflect her dedication and commitment to her job; a deeply rooted philosophy of helping her peers to be their best; and a positive attitude, Michelle Taylor has received the 2019 J. P. Mees Award.
May 24, 2019
Brinkley Honored as UCM's 2019 Outstanding Staff Award Recipient
Having a reputation for outstanding service to others and tremendous compassion for students, Kristie Brinkley, assistant director for Volunteer Services at the University of Central Missouri, has been honored with the 2019 Outstanding Staff Award.
May 22, 2019
Experienced Education Leader from ATU Appointed UCM's New Provost, VP for Academic Affairs
An experienced and collaborative leader and strategic thinker from Russellville, Arkansas, Phillip B. Bridgmon, Ph.D., has been selected to serve as provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at the University of Central Missouri.
May 16, 2019
New Book Published by UCM Librarian Gail M. Staines
Gail M. Staines, Ph.D., university librarian of the James C. Kirkpatrick Library at the University of Central Missouri, has had the third edition of “Social Sciences Research: Research, Writing and Presentation Strategies for Students” published by Scarecrow Press (2019).
May 13, 2019
UCM Faculty Member Honored as MoEFACS Post-Secondary Teacher of the Year
Krystle Gremaud, assistant professor in Career and Technology Education at the University of Central Missouri, has been selected to receive the 2019 Post-Secondary Teacher of the Year award from Missouri Educators of Family and Consumer Sciences and Human Services.
May 09, 2019
Longtime Faculty Member Rhonda McKee Earns Kappa Mu Epsilon's Highest National Honor
Rhonda McKee, a longtime University of Central Missouri faculty member who has contributed to the education of thousands of students who participated in UCM mathematics courses while also supporting the advancement of her profession, has received the top honor awarded annually by Kappa Mu Epsilon (KME) national mathematics honor society.
May 01, 2019
UCM Board Adopts Budget Proposal that Includes Changes in Employee Compensation
Although the University of Central Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2020 budget will not be finalized until June 2019, the forecast for revenue and anticipated expenditures includes a plan to increase compensation for UCM employees.
April 26, 2019
Take a Look Back at UCM's Legacy of Leaders Who Shaped Campus
President Best continues a long tradition of campus leaders who have impacted higher education in the state of Missouri dating back to the university’s days as the State Normal School for the Second Normal District.
April 11, 2019
UCM Celebrates Inauguration of 16th President Roger Best April 18
With the theme, ”Milestones,” to commemorate the University of Central Missouri’s rich history, the inauguration of Roger J. Best, Ph.D., as UCM’s 16th president takes place Thursday, April 18, in the Multipurpose Building.
March 29, 2019
Best Turns to Hawley to Provide Leadership as Vice President of Finance and Operations
After considering his excellent performance and contributions on numerous initiatives, UCM President Roger Best today announced the appointment of Hawley as UCM’s Vice President for Finance and Operations, effective April 1.
March 25, 2019
UCM Hires Expert in Student Support to Lead Student Success Initiatives Under Title III Strengthening Institutions Grant
UCM has appointed Shaunte Montgomery as Title III Project Manager and Director of First Year Programs.
February 28, 2019
Burress, King Recognized by American Library Association During National Conference
Rene Burress, a University of Central Missouri faculty member, and Matthew (Matt) King, a graduate student at UCM, were honored by the oldest library association in the world, the American Library Association, during the group’s 2019 national conference, June 20-25 in Washington, D.C.
July 01, 2019
IMC Designer Linda Harris, LaMonte, Honored with Foster-Inglish PR Award
Linda Harris, a staff member described as someone who “truly exemplifies service to the University of Central Missouri, the Integrated Marketing and Communications (IMC) office and to students,” has received the 2019 Foster/Inglish Award for Outstanding Achievement and Service in Public Relations.
June 20, 2019
Longtime Local Law Enforcement Professional Shares Knowledge as CMPA's New Director
The University of Central Missouri and the Missouri Safety Center have announced the appointment of Tim Lowry as the new director of the Central Missouri Police Academy on the UCM campus.
June 17, 2019
UCM's 11th President, James Horner Passes Away in St. Louis
James “Jack” Horner, the 11th president of Central Missouri State University, now University of Central Missouri, passed away May 26, 2019, in St. Louis.
June 05, 2019
Taylor Honored with J.P. Mees Award During Annual Staff Appreciation Breakfast
With nomination documents citing characteristics that reflect her dedication and commitment to her job; a deeply rooted philosophy of helping her peers to be their best; and a positive attitude, Michelle Taylor has received the 2019 J. P. Mees Award.
May 24, 2019
Brinkley Honored as UCM's 2019 Outstanding Staff Award Recipient
Having a reputation for outstanding service to others and tremendous compassion for students, Kristie Brinkley, assistant director for Volunteer Services at the University of Central Missouri, has been honored with the 2019 Outstanding Staff Award.
May 22, 2019
Experienced Education Leader from ATU Appointed UCM's New Provost, VP for Academic Affairs
An experienced and collaborative leader and strategic thinker from Russellville, Arkansas, Phillip B. Bridgmon, Ph.D., has been selected to serve as provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at the University of Central Missouri.
May 16, 2019
New Book Published by UCM Librarian Gail M. Staines
Gail M. Staines, Ph.D., university librarian of the James C. Kirkpatrick Library at the University of Central Missouri, has had the third edition of “Social Sciences Research: Research, Writing and Presentation Strategies for Students” published by Scarecrow Press (2019).
May 13, 2019
UCM Faculty Member Honored as MoEFACS Post-Secondary Teacher of the Year
Krystle Gremaud, assistant professor in Career and Technology Education at the University of Central Missouri, has been selected to receive the 2019 Post-Secondary Teacher of the Year award from Missouri Educators of Family and Consumer Sciences and Human Services.
May 09, 2019
Longtime Faculty Member Rhonda McKee Earns Kappa Mu Epsilon's Highest National Honor
Rhonda McKee, a longtime University of Central Missouri faculty member who has contributed to the education of thousands of students who participated in UCM mathematics courses while also supporting the advancement of her profession, has received the top honor awarded annually by Kappa Mu Epsilon (KME) national mathematics honor society.
May 01, 2019
UCM Board Adopts Budget Proposal that Includes Changes in Employee Compensation
Although the University of Central Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2020 budget will not be finalized until June 2019, the forecast for revenue and anticipated expenditures includes a plan to increase compensation for UCM employees.
April 26, 2019
Take a Look Back at UCM's Legacy of Leaders Who Shaped Campus
President Best continues a long tradition of campus leaders who have impacted higher education in the state of Missouri dating back to the university’s days as the State Normal School for the Second Normal District.
April 11, 2019
UCM Celebrates Inauguration of 16th President Roger Best April 18
With the theme, ”Milestones,” to commemorate the University of Central Missouri’s rich history, the inauguration of Roger J. Best, Ph.D., as UCM’s 16th president takes place Thursday, April 18, in the Multipurpose Building.
March 29, 2019
Best Turns to Hawley to Provide Leadership as Vice President of Finance and Operations
After considering his excellent performance and contributions on numerous initiatives, UCM President Roger Best today announced the appointment of Hawley as UCM’s Vice President for Finance and Operations, effective April 1.
March 25, 2019
UCM Hires Expert in Student Support to Lead Student Success Initiatives Under Title III Strengthening Institutions Grant
UCM has appointed Shaunte Montgomery as Title III Project Manager and Director of First Year Programs.
February 28, 2019
