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UCM to Celebrate 2025 Spring Commencement May 9-10
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) will welcome thousands of visitors as it hosts the 2025 Spring Commencement exercises Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10 in the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center.
May 01, 2025
UCM Department of English Dedicates Reading Room in Honor of Professor Emeritus Crump
During a reception filled with fond memories and humorous stories, the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Department of English dedicated the G.B. Crump Reading Room on April 23.
April 30, 2025
New on Central Speaks: Dr. Dawn Pauling on Plague, Prairie Dogs and the Power of Curiosity
On the latest episode of Central Speaks, we sit down with Dr. Dawn Pauling, associate instructor of biology at UCM, whose career has taken her from tracking wildlife in the wilds of Alaska to researching one of the most misunderstood diseases in history—the plague.
April 29, 2025
UCM, Moberly Area Community College Sign Direct Connect Transfer Agreement
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) and Moberly Area Community College (MACC) formalized a new partnership April 21, 2025, signing a memorandum of understanding at MACC’s Columbia campus that launches the MACC+UCM Direct Connect transfer program. The agreement creates a streamlined and cost-effective pathway for MACC students to complete an associate degree while concurrently working toward a bachelor’s degree at UCM.
April 29, 2025
Tye Honored With Governor's Award for Excellence in Education at UCM
Recognized for her impact on future educators, Natalie Tye, Ph.D., is the recipient of the 2025 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education at the University of Central Missouri (UCM).
April 28, 2025
Blue Springs Student Named UCM 2024-25 Student Employee of the Year
A Blue Springs, Missouri, student was named the 2024-25 Student Employee of the Year at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) during a reception hosted by the Office of Human Resources on April 16.
April 28, 2025
Byler Faculty Award Recognizes Professor Yao's Commitment to Education
Recognized for his dedication as a leader, collaborator and educator, Yuankun Yao, Ph.D., is the recipient of the 2025 Byler Distinguished Faculty Award at the University of Central Missouri (UCM).
April 25, 2025
Douglas Fiore Named Dean of UCM College of Education
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) has announced the appointment of Douglas Fiore as dean of the College of Education. He will assume the role effective July 1, 2025.
April 24, 2025
Recycled Fashion Show, Community Cleanups to Highlight Earth Week Activities at UCM
Spring is finally here, and the University of Central Missouri (UCM) has a number of events planned to celebrate Earth Week.
April 18, 2025
UCM Student Shares Insights as Young Quality Professional at National Aerospace Forum
Attendees at the 32nd annual Collaboration on Quality in the Space and Defense Industries (CQSDI) Forum heard from a University of Central Missouri (UCM) graduate student who spoke about his experiences as a young quality professional.
April 18, 2025
