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MDC, Missouri Prairie Foundation & Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation initiate new internship program with UCM & SFCC
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), Missouri Prairie Foundation (MPF) and the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation (MCHF) have created a new internship program for students from State Fair Community College (SFCC) and the University of Central Missouri (UCM). The internship will begin in summer 2026 with applications opening in January.
September 10, 2025
UCM Board of Governors Approves Health Insurance Renewal, Airport Master Plan, Facility Enhancements, and Celebrates Philanthropic Milestone
The University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) Board of Governors met Aug. 21 in Warrensburg to take action on several initiatives impacting students, employees, and the broader community and celebrate major philanthropic support. The meeting was followed by the board’s annual retreat, where university leaders provided reports on enrollment, athletics, alumni engagement, and fundraising.
September 09, 2025
UCM to Observe Patriot Day With Ceremony on Sept. 11
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) will honor those who lost their lives in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with a Patriot Day ceremony at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, at the UCM quadrangle.
September 04, 2025
UCM Theatre & Dance to Present 'Lost & Found,' Student-Directed One-Act Plays
Enjoy an evening of entertainment as the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Theatre and Dance presents “Lost and Found,” featuring four student-directed one-act plays.
September 03, 2025
UCM, Missouri Humanities to Present Free Veterans Writing Workshop
Missouri Humanities, in partnership with the University of Central Missouri (UCM), invites veterans, active-duty and retired military personnel and military-connected family members to a Veterans Writing Workshop on Saturday, Sept. 20.
September 02, 2025
Community Invited to Annual Get the Red Out at UCM on Sept. 11
The community is invited to celebrate with the University of Central Missouri (UCM) as it hosts the annual family-friendly Get the Red Out street fair from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11.
August 29, 2025
UCM Theatre and Dance Offers 'Make 'em Laugh' 2025-26 Season Tickets
Join the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Theatre and Dance for performances full of heart and hilarity during the 2025-26 season, themed “Make ‘em Laugh.”
August 28, 2025
UCM Graduate Chip Lee Selected as Fulbright Student to Serve in Laos
Chitpasong “Chip” Lee, a recent University of Central Missouri (UCM) graduate, has been selected as a Fulbright Student for the 2024-25 academic year. Lee will participate in the Fulbright U.S. Student Program’s English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Program in Laos, where she will spend 11 months assisting with English language instruction and engaging in cultural exchange.
August 27, 2025
Building Community to Better Serve Students
The University of Central Missouri’s Human Resources team is reshaping workplace culture by listening to employees and responding with meaningful support, from providing cooling towels for outdoor staff to offering wellness programs, benefits fairs and professional development. These efforts helped UCM earn a 2025 Best of the ’Burg honor as Best Place to Work (25+ Employees), recognition which reflects UCM’s goal of creating a collaborative, people-first environment that supports employees and, in turn, strengthens the student experience.
August 27, 2025
UCM, Blue Springs School District Partner on Education Specialist Program
As another school year begins, 51 Blue Springs R-IV School District educators are returning with new knowledge and training – and a degree from the University of Central Missouri (UCM).
August 25, 2025
