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Traffic Adjustments Announced for UCM Kickoff Move-In on Aug. 13
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) will welcome nearly 1,000 new students and their families to campus Thursday, Aug. 13, as part of UCM Kickoff, marking the start of the fall semester.
August 10, 2026
July 2026 News at UCM
Students, faculty and staff at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) spent the second half of their summer hosting and attending professional development workshops, engaging with young learners through educational camps and bringing home national awards. From a middle school camp for Nature Detectives to numerous recognitions for Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, our Mules and Jennies have been busy this offseason.
August 07, 2026
S&P Global Ratings Adjusts University of Central Missouri Revenue Bond Rating to 'A' with Stable Outlook Amid Capital Investments
S&P Global Ratings has adjusted its long-term credit rating on the Missouri Health and Educational Facilities Authority’s educational facilities revenue bonds (series 2018A, 2018B, and 2023) issued for the University of Central Missouri (UCM) to 'A' from 'A+'. Concurrently, S&P assigned an 'A' long-term rating to the university's planned new 2026 series educational facilities revenue bonds. The outlook for all ratings remains stable.
July 30, 2026
University of Central Missouri, State of Missouri Partner to Offer Tuition Scholarship for Employees
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) has partnered with the state of Missouri to offer a 20% tuition scholarship for eligible Missouri employees pursuing a Master of Science in Human Development and Family Science.
July 23, 2026
UCM Police Support Safety Efforts During 2026 FIFA World Cup in Kansas City
As hundreds of thousands of soccer fans from around the world descended on Kansas City this summer, University of Central Missouri (UCM) police officers were among the law enforcement professionals helping ensure one of the world's largest sporting events remained safe and secure.
July 17, 2026
UCM Invests in Student Experience with New Welcome Center and Residence Hall
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) has announced a significant investment to further enhance the campus environment and student experience. McCownGordon has been selected as the construction partner for both the new UCM Welcome Center and the replacement of one of the university’s longstanding residence halls, Yeater Hall.
July 16, 2026
UCM & North Central Missouri College Partner With United Brotherhood of Carpenters to Expand Instructor Training, Degree Pathways
Skilled trades instructors across North America will have new pathways to earn college credentials and strengthen their teaching skills through a multiyear partnership among the University of Central Missouri (UCM), North Central Missouri College (NCMC) and the Carpenters International Training Fund (CITF).
July 15, 2026
Teachers Become Students Again Through Hands-On STEM Partnership at UCM's Missouri Innovation Campus
On a sunny Monday morning, July 6, lab goggles replaced lesson plans as science teachers measured chemicals, recorded temperature changes and discussed classroom strategies in a chemistry lab at University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee's Summit. The teachers were not preparing for an exam. They were preparing for a new school year.
July 14, 2026
Knight, Stringer Recognized With Top Staff Awards at UCM
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) has recognized two staff members for their dedication and service to the university. Carol Knight received the 2026 J.P. Mees Award for Outstanding Professional Staff, and Heather Stringer received the Outstanding Staff Award.
July 13, 2026
UCM Earns National Recognition for Preparing Future Elementary Teachers in the Science of Reading
The undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) has earned an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for how well it prepares future teachers to teach reading to elementary students.
July 09, 2026
