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July 2026 News at UCM
Students, faculty and staff at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) spent the second half of their summer hosting and attending professional development workshops, engaging with young learners through educational camps and bringing home national awards. From a middle school camp for Nature Detectives to numerous recognitions for Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, our Mules and Jennies have been busy this offseason.
August 07, 2026
UCM & North Central Missouri College Partner With United Brotherhood of Carpenters to Expand Instructor Training, Degree Pathways
Skilled trades instructors across North America will have new pathways to earn college credentials and strengthen their teaching skills through a multiyear partnership among the University of Central Missouri (UCM), North Central Missouri College (NCMC) and the Carpenters International Training Fund (CITF).
July 15, 2026
UCM Earns National Recognition for Preparing Future Elementary Teachers in the Science of Reading
The undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) has earned an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for how well it prepares future teachers to teach reading to elementary students.
July 09, 2026
June 2026 News at UCM
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) campus may appear to be quieter over the summer, but employees and students have been busy attending conferences, studying abroad, publishing research and facilitating workshops.
July 02, 2026
UCM Launches 20% Tuition Award for School District Employees
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) has launched its new District Partnership Award to support school district employees who want to further their education and advance their careers.
June 25, 2026
Three Honored with 2026 UCM Education for Service Awards
Three members of the University of Central Missouri (UCM) community who exemplify the university’s values have been recognized with the 2026 Education for Service awards.
June 09, 2026
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
March 2026 News at UCM
Students, faculty and staff from the University of Central Missouri (UCM) were seen on local, state, national and international levels in March.
April 03, 2026
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
UCM Associate Professor Named State Children's Champion by Missouri Head Start and Region VII Head Start Associations
Karrie Snider, Ph.D., associate professor of Early Childhood Education at the University of Central Missouri (UCM), has been named the 2025 Missouri Head Start Children’s Champion by the Missouri Head Start Association (MHSA).
July 07, 2025
