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UCM Celebrates 57th Annual Children's Literature Festival
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) will celebrate the 57th annual Children’s Literature Festival March 8-10, welcoming 25 nationally recognized authors and illustrators to campus.
March 02, 2026
S&P Global Ratings Assign UCM 'A+' Long-term Rating for Eighth Year
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) has received a long-term rating of “A+” from S&P Global Ratings for the eighth consecutive year regarding its Missouri Health & Educational Facilities Authority Series 2018A, 2018B and 2023 educational facilities revenue bonds. In addition, as a result of UCM’s dedication to sound financial operations, the rating continues to include a stable outlook.
February 25, 2026
UCM Theatre & Dance to Present 'Bus Stop,' Honor Outstanding Theatre Alumnus
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Theatre and Dance will premiere “Bus Stop” by William Inge on Feb. 26-March 1 in the Highlander Theatre.
February 13, 2026
UCM Awards Provost Excellence Scholarship to Lee's Summit, St. Peters Students
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) has awarded its second annual Provost Excellence Scholarships to Jake Johnson of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, and Savannah Kerans of St. Peters, Missouri.
February 10, 2026
January 2026 News at UCM
As January brought a chilly start to 2026, a new semester at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) was already heating up: the Fashion program and the Talking Mules received accolades, students and faculty presented at national conferences, the Intensive English Program earned reaccreditation, and a UCM fraternity received an award nomination.
February 06, 2026
UCM Theatre & Dance Faculty, Students Receive Awards & Recognition at Region V American College Theatre Festival
Students and faculty from the Division of Theatre and Dance at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) attended the Region V American College Theatre Festival (ACTF) Jan. 18-24 in Rochester, Minnesota.
February 04, 2026
UCM Division of Music Presents 'Quartet for the End of Time,' Featuring Grammy-Winning Associate Professor
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Music will present a performance of Messiaen’s “Quartet for the End of Time” on Monday, Feb. 9, featuring faculty members and recent Grammy winners from Alarm Will Sound.
February 03, 2026
UCM Honors College Theatre Student Directs New Musical 'In Pieces'
Enjoy an evening of entertainment as University of Central Missouri (UCM) Honors College student Jake Collins presents “In Pieces,” a new musical by Joey Contreras, with support from the Division of Theatre and Dance and the Honors College.
January 29, 2026
UCM Board of Governors approves academic, financial actions at January meeting
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Board of Governors approved a series of academic, financial and operational actions during its regular meeting on Thursday, Jan. 22, at the Warrensburg campus.
January 28, 2026
MLK Freedom Scholarship Banquet Showcases Power of Art and Education
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) commemorated the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s enduring legacy by showcasing art and awarding scholarships at the annual MLK Freedom Scholarship Banquet on Tuesday, January 20.
January 21, 2026
