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Jun
17

Warrensburg Community Band: "Our Story"

Sep
23

Michael Clark Concert

Oct
29

UCM Percussion Studio Concert

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Commencement, Department of History and Social Studies, The Honors College, Countdown to Commencement, University News, Department of Sociology and Anthropology

History and Anthropology Major Discovers Career Inspiration Through Archive Work at UCM

Elliot McGinnis, a History and Anthropology double major from St. Louis, Missouri, will complete the first chapter of an already distinguished academic career during spring commencement at the University of Central Missouri (UCM).

May 06, 2026
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Countdown to Commencement, Commencement, University News, College of Education, UCM Athletics

UCM Middle School Education Major Building Connections Through Teaching & Coaching

Trenton Sorrells may have taken a nontraditional path through higher education, but he’ll be crossing the finish line with a bachelor’s degree at the University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) commencement this weekend.

May 05, 2026
Flanked by UCM Board of Governors President John Collier, left, and UCM President Roger Best, Dr. Adam Runyon received the faculty Education for Service Award at the April 2026 Board of Governors meeting in Warrensburg.
Board of Governors, University News, Faculty and Staff Awards, Student Awards

UCM Board of Governors Advances Student Success Initiatives, Strategic Planning and Oversight Measures

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Board of Governors took action on student success initiatives, reviewed progress on a new strategic plan and approved key oversight measures during its April 24 meeting.

May 05, 2026
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University News, Commencement, Fashion and Apparel Merchandising, Computer Information Systems, Countdown to Commencement

UCM Student Combines Fashion & Computer Science Into a Career Path

Avery Barr, a Fashion major and Computer Information Systems (CIS) minor from Savannah, Missouri, came to the University of Central Missouri (UCM) with a passion for fashion. Now she’s graduating with the knowledge, skills and experience needed to turn that passion into a career.

May 04, 2026
Susan Smedley - Central Speaks Podcast
CentralSpeaks

Susan Smedley on IMC, Storytelling, and Service | Central Speaks

In this episode, Alex Greenwood talks with Vice President for the ⁠Office of Integrated Marketing and Communications,⁠ Susan Smedley, about how IMC supports the University of Central Missouri (UCM) through strategy, storytelling, and service.

May 04, 2026
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TRIO McNair Scholars, Monthly News Roundup, Department of Educational Foundations and Literacy, Center for Global Education, Campus Community Health, Division of Theatre and Dance, Department of Communication and Digital Media Production, Department of Marketing Public Relations and Sport Management, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Department of Occupational Risk and Safety Sciences, University News, Elliott Student Union

April 2026 News at UCM

Students, faculty and staff at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) are closing out the spring semester by bringing home plenty of state and national awards. Faculty and staff also showcased their expertise with conference presentations and research publications.

May 01, 2026
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Commencement, Faculty and Staff Awards, Student Awards, University News, Events

UCM to Celebrate 2026 Spring Commencement May 8-9

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) will welcome thousands of visitors as it hosts the 2026 Spring Commencement exercises Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9, in the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center.

May 01, 2026
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Construction Management, Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, University News

University of Central Missouri Celebrates Reopening of Humphreys Building

After an extensive modernization project spanning more than two years, the University of Central Missouri (UCM) celebrated the grand reopening of the Humphreys Building with a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, April 29.

April 30, 2026
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Faculty and Staff Awards, University News, Department of Human Services

Byler Faculty Award Recognizes Professor Chang's Excellence in Teaching and Service

An educator who exemplifies excellence in teaching, scholarship and service, Joyce Chang, Ph.D., is the recipient of the 2026 Byler Distinguished Faculty Award at the University of Central Missouri (UCM).

April 28, 2026
Maggie Segnitz - Central Speaks Podcast
CentralSpeaks

From Undecided to Graduated with Maggie Segnitz

In this episode, Dr. Maggie Segnitz, Director of the ⁠Success Advising Center⁠ at the University of Central Missouri, shares insights into success advising, its role in student achievement, and how it differs from traditional advising. Discover how ⁠UCM⁠ supports students from undecided majors to graduation and the importance of relationship-building in higher education.

April 27, 2026

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