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May
03

New Music Sunday: Technology Performance Studio

May
03

New Music Sunday: Composition II Concert

May
03

New Music Sunday: Student Composers

A young woman is standing behind a podium giving a speech. There is a black curtain behind her. She is wearing a black graduation cap and gown. On the stage behind her are several UCM leaders sitting in chairs also wearing graduation regalia. Dozens of graduates are seen in front of her, sitting in chairs on the floor in front of the stage. They are all wearing graduation caps and some are decorated.
Commencement, Faculty and Staff Awards, Student Awards, University News, Events

UCM to Celebrate 2026 Spring Commencement May 8-9

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) will welcome thousands of visitors as it hosts the 2026 Spring Commencement exercises Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9, in the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center.

May 01, 2026
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Department of Agriculture, Fashion and Apparel Merchandising, Events, University News

Spring Plant Sale, Recycled Fashion Show to Highlight Earth Week Activities at UCM

Spring is finally here, and the University of Central Missouri (UCM) has a number of events planned to celebrate Earth Week.

April 16, 2026
A show poster for 9 to 5 features the musical's title, credits, and an image of hands using a typewriter
Events, Division of Music, University News, Division of Theatre and Dance

UCM Performing Arts Bringing High-Spirited Musical, '9 to 5,' to Highlander Theatre

Pour yourself a cup of ambition and get ready to take care of business as the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Theatre and Dance and Division of Music premiere “9 to 5” with six performances in April.

April 08, 2026
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The Muleskinner, University News, Events

UCM to Host Digital Media Creator Dave Jorgenson for Community Journalism Event

The Muleskinner, the University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) student news organization, will host digital media creator and journalist Dave Jorgenson for a community event at 9 a.m. Monday, April 6, in the James C. Kirkpatrick Library.

March 27, 2026
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University News, Events, Division of Music

Spring Piano Concerts at UCM Continue With Guest Artists, Piano Showcase & Student Workshops

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Music continues its series of spring piano concerts with two guest artists, the annual Piano Showcase and the inaugural UCM Piano Day.

March 24, 2026
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University News, McClure Archives and University Museum, Events

UCM to Host Anthropologist & Author Jason De León on Campus in April

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) and the McClure Archives and University Museum invite the community to a public lecture by anthropologist and award-winning author Jason De León on Tuesday, April 7.

March 23, 2026
Show poster for 2026 Senior Showcase
University News, Division of Theatre and Dance, Events

UCM Theatre and Dance Presents 'Keepin' It Reel: Senior Showcase 2026'

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Theatre and Dance presents “Keepin’ It Reel: Senior Showcase 2026” at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 29 at the Nickerson Black Box Theatre on the first floor of Nickerson Hall.

March 16, 2026
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Events, Division of Music, University News

UCM Alumna to Kick Off Spring Piano Concerts with 'Fifteen Minutes of Fame' Premiere

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Music will highlight the work of pianists with four concerts this spring.

March 04, 2026
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James C. Kirkpatrick Library, Events, University News

UCM Celebrates 57th Annual Children's Literature Festival

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) will celebrate the 57th annual Children’s Literature Festival March 8-10, welcoming 25 nationally recognized authors and illustrators to campus.

March 02, 2026
Show poster for - Bus Stop
Events, University News, Division of Theatre and Dance

UCM Theatre & Dance to Present 'Bus Stop,' Honor Outstanding Theatre Alumnus

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Theatre and Dance will premiere “Bus Stop” by William Inge on Feb. 26-March 1 in the Highlander Theatre.

February 13, 2026

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