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University News, Commencement, Athletics, Countdown to Commencement, College of Education

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
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University News, Computer Information Systems, Countdown to Commencement, Fashion and Apparel Merchandising, Commencement

UCM Student Combines Fashion & Computer Science Into a Career Path

Avery Barr, a Fashion major and Computer Information Systems (CIS) minor from Savannah, Missouri, came to the University of Central Missouri (UCM) with a passion for fashion. Now she’s graduating with the knowledge, skills and experience needed to turn that passion into a career.

May 04, 2026
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.
University News, Events, Commencement, Honors and Awards

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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