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UCM Board of Governors Reviews Budget, Capital Projects and Global Student Engagement at April Meeting
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Board of Governors convened for its regular meeting April 24 to take action on budget priorities, capital improvements and student-centered initiatives that reinforce the university’s mission of academic excellence and global citizenship.
May 02, 2025
UCM Board Greenlights Renovations, Tuition Changes
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Board of Governors met March 27, 2025, on the Warrensburg campus to approve several significant initiatives aimed at improving university facilities, expanding academic offerings and enhancing student success.
April 09, 2025
University of Central Missouri Board of Governors Convenes for Final 2024 Session
The University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) Board of Governors convened on Dec. 13, 2024, at the main campus in Warrensburg, approving initiatives to enhance academic programs, align with industry standards, and recognize the contributions of distinguished faculty and staff.
December 16, 2024
University of Central Missouri Board of Governors Approves Key Investments in Flight Training, Infrastructure and Student Services
The University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) Board of Governors approved significant investments across multiple university initiatives, aligning with its commitment to campus infrastructure, enhanced student services and the ongoing development of new academic programs.
November 06, 2024
UCM Board of Governors Approves Key Contracts, Schedules and Emeritus Status at August Meeting
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Board of Governors met on Aug. 22, 2024, at the Warrensburg campus for committee and plenary sessions. Presided over by newly appointed Board President John Collier, the meeting included approvals of key contracts, emeritus status for several retired faculty and staff members, and the 2025 meeting schedule.
September 04, 2024
University of Central Missouri Board of Governors Approves FY 2025 Operating Budget Updates and Honors Distinguished Faculty and Staff
University of Central Missouri Board of Governors Approves FY 2025 Operating Budget Updates and Honors Distinguished Faculty and Staff
June 26, 2024
Among Many Actions, UCM Governing Board Sets Tuition, Room and Board, Other Fees for FY 2025
In its March plenary session, the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors approved increases in student instructional tuition and general fees for academic year 2025 that were below the national rate of inflation. These were among many actions taken during the meeting, including honoring three members of the UCM community.
March 28, 2024
Governing Board Names Leaders, Approves FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budget Requests, Also Awards Several Vendor Contracts
In its plenary session June 17, the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors named new officers for Fiscal Year 2023 while also approving separate requests to the state for Fiscal Year 2024 operating and capital appropriations.
June 21, 2022
UCM Board Acts on FY23 Budget, Health Care Coverage, Building Renovations
When the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors met on April 21, it approved several action items on the agenda that included the award of a contract for partial renovation of the W.C. Morris Science Building, the purchase of a new flight simulator for jet pilot training, and the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023 operating budget. It also approved a recommendation to continue employee medical coverage with its current provider, effective for the year beginning Jan. 1, 2023.
April 25, 2022
Longtime Marketing Professor Receives Excellence in Education Award
In an ever-changing world, Scott Smith, Ph.D., strives to ensure his class materials, assignments and projects are constantly evolving to keep students engaged, informed and prepared for the challenges they will face in a career field that is never static. Such attention to students’ success has contributed to the professor of marketing’s selection as the University of Central Missouri recipient of the 2022 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education.
March 24, 2022
