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One Campus, One Book Author to Present Book Talks at UCM
Elizabeth Svoboda, author of the University of Central Missouri’s One Campus, One Book selection, What Makes a Hero? The Surprising Science of Selflessness will present a book talk at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, in Hendricks Hall. A book signing is planned following each talk.
October 26, 2015Amended Charter Agreement with Crossroads Academy Among Board Actions
Expansion of a charter school agreement to include additional educational services to students in Kansas City, updated services regarding life safety system testing and inspection, a new graduate certificate program, and a contract for airport grading and tree clearing improvements were among action items approved by the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors when it met on campus Oct. 16.
October 23, 2015Performing Arts Series, Department of Music Present Cox and Gulley in Concert
The Performing Arts Series at the University of Central Missouri, in conjunction with the Department of Music, presents “Love and Longing,” a concert of romantic love duets performed by soprano Tracy Cox and tenor Ben Gulley, accompanied by Dale Morehouse on piano. The concert is planned for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, in Hart Recital Hall.
October 21, 2015Commencement Moves to Three Ceremonies for Fall 2015
With the fall commencement ceremony traditionally featuring a smaller number of participants than spring graduation exercises, the University of Central Missouri’s Commencement Committee is planning for three ceremonies Dec. 11-12.
October 20, 2015State Organization Honors Brant as Outstanding Academic Advisor
Dedicating her time to helping students, longtime University of Central Missouri staff member Paula Brant was honored in her professional field when the Missouri Academic Advising Association presented her with the Outstanding Academic Advisor Award. She was honored during the organization’s annual conference Sept. 24-25 at Camden on the Lake of the Ozarks.
October 19, 2015UCM Hosts Annual Saudi Arabia Day Oct. 21
The University of Central Missouri will celebrate the 17th annual Saudi Arabia Day from 3-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21 in the South Read and Relax area of the James C. Kirkpatrick Library.
October 16, 2015James C. Kirkpatrick Library Features Exhibit on UCM Mascot
The history of the University of Central Missouri mascot, the mule, is the topic of an exhibit currently featured in the showcase just outside the Harmon Computer Commons on the first floor of UCM’s James C. Kirkpatrick Library.
October 16, 2015Knitting Runner Sets Sights on 'Doily Dash' During KC Marathon
In what he calls the “Doily Dash,” University of Central Missouri faculty member David Babcock will add a new twist to the 2015 Wadell & Reed Marathon when he participates Saturday, Oct. 17 in Kansas City.
October 14, 2015UCM Organizations Form Partnership to Bring Free Books to Children
Area children will have an opportunity to start and add to their own personal libraries through the collaborative efforts of three University of Central Missouri organizations.
October 12, 2015Change Not Easy, But Help Available for Veterans, Families in Transition
Those who serve in the military and who want to transition to a different career may find change is not easy, but there are plenty of people and organizations willing to help. That is the message former combat veteran and major in the United States Army, Ron Pierce, provided to men and women who heard his keynote remarks at the Veterans Summit Friday, Oct. 9 at the University of Central Missouri.
October 12, 2015
