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Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, to Convene Oct. 21 at UCM
The Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, will convene court at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, in the Elliott Student Union Ballroom at the University of Central Missouri (UCM).
October 15, 2025
Trading Moon Powwow Returns to UCM on Nov. 1
The Trading Moon Powwow will return as part of the 12th annual Trading Moon Native American Arts Festival on Saturday, Nov. 1, in the Student Recreation and Wellness Center at the University of Central Missouri (UCM).
October 13, 2025
President Best Keeps UCM Future-Focused in State of the University Address
Change and the challenges it brings are common in every era of higher education, and 2025 is no different. During his eighth State of the University address on Thursday, Oct. 2, University of Central Missouri (UCM) President Roger Best focused on the future and how the university can adapt to an ever-changing environment.
October 07, 2025
UCM Opens New Family Study Room at James C. Kirkpatrick Library
University of Central Missouri (UCM) student parents now have a dedicated study room at the heart of campus that supports academic success while providing a child-friendly space for their families.
October 02, 2025
UCM Board of Governors Extends President Roger Best's Contract
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Board of Governors has unanimously extended Roger Best’s contract as university president, underscoring confidence in the university’s continued progress during a time of rapid change in higher education.
September 30, 2025
UCM Gallery of Art & Design Announces Ceramics Exhibition, Related Public Programs
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Gallery of Art and Design presents “The ReCollection,” a solo show by Montana artist Jeremy Hatch on display Oct. 6-27.
September 26, 2025
U.S. News & World Report Ranks UCM Among Top 20 Public Schools in the Midwest
U.S. News and World Report has included the University of Central Missouri (UCM) among its top-ranked universities in several categories for 2026.
September 23, 2025
UCM Students Going Back to Middle School With Production of 'The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee'
Students in the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Theatre and Dance and Division of Music are headed back to middle school as they present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” on Oct. 2-5 in the Elliott Student Union Auditorium.
September 22, 2025
Plain White T's to Perform During UCM Family Weekend
The University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) annual Family Weekend festivities will include a performance from pop rock band Plain White T’s on Saturday, Sept. 27, at Selmo Park.
September 17, 2025
MDC, Missouri Prairie Foundation & Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation initiate new internship program with UCM & SFCC
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), Missouri Prairie Foundation (MPF) and the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation (MCHF) have created a new internship program for students from State Fair Community College (SFCC) and the University of Central Missouri (UCM). The internship will begin in summer 2026 with applications opening in January.
September 10, 2025
