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UCM's Longtime Athletics Leader Jerry Hughes Passes Away
Jerry Hughes, who dedicated more than 40 years to laying the foundation for successes that included regional and national athletics championships, improved sports playing facilities, and the recruitment of thousands of outstanding student-athletes at the University of Central Missouri, passed away late Saturday, Jan. 21, after a brief illness. Arrangements have not yet been announced.
January 23, 2023
Summit Technology Academy/Missouri Innovation Campus Program to Present Open House on Feb. 2 for Students, Families
Want to learn more about the Summit Technology Academy/Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) program? High school students and their families are invited to attend an informational open house at 6 p.m. Feb. 2 at the Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee’s Summit.
January 20, 2023
Four UCM Students Awarded MLK Freedom Scholarships
A highlight to a program that included artistic expression in the form of dance, live drawing, music and a shared presentation of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s famous “I Have a Dream” speech, four University of Central Missouri students were honored with scholarships named for the famous civil rights leader and humanitarian. The Freedom Scholarship Fundraiser took place on Jan. 17 in the ballroom of the Elliott Student Union,
January 20, 2023
KMOS-TV Announces Feb. 6 Change to Daytime Schedule, Jan. 26 Preview of 'Work It Out Wombats!' Kids Program
On Monday, Feb. 6 KMOS-TV, the University of Central Missouri’s public television station, will move the beginning of its daytime ‘general audience’ programming from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This will allow PBS Kids programming to run concurrently from 5 a.m. through 1 p.m., creating a better viewing experience for young viewers. In addition, KMOS will premiere a new series for children ages 3-6 designed to introduce kids to thinking concepts meant to help in solving everyday problems, and to express themselves clearly. “Work It Out Wombats!” will air weekdays at 9:30 a.m. beginning Feb. 6.
January 19, 2023
CampusESP Helps Families Stay Engaged in Students' Education at UCM
Understanding the valuable role parents and family members play in student success, the University of Central Missouri today announced the establishment of CampusESP as a new, customized web platform to help them stay connected with UCM.
January 18, 2023
Governor Parson Proposes 7 Percent Increase in UCM's Core Funding
In his State of the State address presented from the Missouri House Chamber in Jefferson City today, Gov. Mike Parson announced his proposal for a balanced fiscal year 2024 budget that includes a 7 percent increase in core funding for the state’s public colleges and universities.
January 18, 2023
Sodexo Brings National Nonprofit Partner, Swipe Out Hunger, to Assist Food Insecure Students at UCM
The University of Central Missouri’s dining services provider, Sodexo, is introducing UCM to its partner and national nonprofit, Swipe Out Hunger. In collaboration with the university’s Campus Cupboard, they have implemented a plan to assist UCM students battling food insecurity. Students can now apply to receive 10 free meal swipes to use at university dining halls.
January 17, 2023
ML King Celebration Includes Recognition for Knob Noster High School Student, Warrensburg/WAFB Family for Community Service
The 2023 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Networking Lunch and Community Service Awards program honored an area high school student and a local family who are making a difference in local schools and the communities they serve through exceptional volunteerism.
January 12, 2023
UCM Magazine Earns 2022 Best of CASE District Award
UCM Magazine, a biannual publication with a print distribution to 25,000 University of Central Missouri alumni and supporters, is being recognized with a 2022 Best of District award by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). A representative of the UCM Alumni Foundation will accept the award during the CASE District VI Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado, Feb. 5–7.
January 11, 2023
UCM Earns Spot on PRNews 2023 Education A-list for Second Year
Recognizing the quality of the education students receive to help them in career advancement, the University of Central Missouri’s Public Relations and Strategic Communications program has been named to the PRNews 2023-A-list. This is the second consecutive year UCM’s program has received this designation, making it the only such program offered at a public Missouri institution to be recognized, and one of only 50 programs nationwide to earn a spot on the list.
January 06, 2023
