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UCM Community Lends Helping Hand to Honor MLK's Legacy
With the theme, “Giving a Helping Hand to Achieve the Dream,” the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will be honored by the University of Central Missouri in January 2021 through service and volunteer efforts that include faculty, staff, student and community participation.
January 05, 2021
UCM Provides Ultra-Cold Storage for Vaccine to Slow Spread of COVID-19
The University of Central Missouri and its faculty members in the College of Health Science and Technology are paying it forward to serve Johnson County residents by making ultra-cold storage available to house COVID-19 vaccines.
December 18, 2020
Events Marketing and Management Majors and RISE Team Up for Community Event
Students in the Events Management course, a class offered through the Events Marketing and Management Major in the University of Central Missouri Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies recently finalized a proposal with RISE Community Services in Warrensburg for a fundraising event in 2021. The event is currently titled Puzzle Palettes and will give community members an opportunity to help support efforts to aid individuals with autism.
December 18, 2020
UCM's Student Organization of Construction Managers Sponsors Toy Drive for Kansas City Children in Need
Helping children to have a happier holiday season, the University of Central Missouri’s Student Organization of Construction Managers recently conducted a toy drive that will benefit inner-city children.
December 15, 2020
S&P Global Ratings Assign UCM 'A+' Long-term Rating for Fourth Year
The University of Central Missouri has received a long-term rating of “A+” by Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings for the fourth consecutive year regarding its Missouri Health & Educational facilities Authority’s series 3013C, 2018A and 2018B educational facilities bonds. While the rating reflects UCM’s dedication to sound financial operations, the rating outlook reflects financial pressures facing the university.
December 15, 2020
KMOS-TV Awarded Grant to Develop, Promote PBS Docuseries "American Portrait - The Story of Us"
KMOS-TV applied for and has been awarded a $15,000 American Portrait grant to showcase a population that often goes under served and under seen. KMOS-TV has partnered with West-Central Independent Living Solutions (WILS) and Services for Independent Living (SIL) of Columbia to help gather user-generated content for this program by highlighting individuals with disabilities in central Missouri.
December 09, 2020
After Interim Post, Klein Appointed University Librarian at James C. Kirkpatrick Library
Providing leadership for an important University of Central Missouri resource, Janette Klein has been named University Librarian. Her appointment overseeing the operations of James C. Kirkpatrick Library became effective Dec. 1, following her interim service at this post since February 2020.
December 08, 2020
UCM-Greater KC Writing Project Awarded $2.3 Million to Advance Literacy Skills for Kids and Teens
The Greater Kansas City Writing Project at the University of Central Missouri was awarded over $569,000 for the first year of a five year $2.3 million subgrant as part of a state-wide effort to improve literacy and ultimately the lives of Missouri children.
December 08, 2020
How to Earn Your Degree Without Breaking the Bank
The cost of tuition can be a major source of stress for many students looking to enter college. However, don’t be discouraged! There are many ways to keep college affordable.
December 07, 2020
Healthy Habits to Help You Thrive in the Digital Classroom
Having a classroom just a click away comes with many advantages, but many online learners are quickly discovering the challenges that come with working in a digital environment. Students must develop methods to avoid these pitfalls in order to succeed in the digital classroom. These techniques, when practiced consistently, can help alleviate the challenges that online learners often face.
December 04, 2020
