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Flanked by UCM Board of Governors President John Collier, left, and UCM President Roger Best, Dr. Adam Runyon received the faculty Education for Service Award at the April 2026 Board of Governors meeting in Warrensburg.
Board of Governors, University News, Faculty and Staff Awards, Student Awards

UCM Board of Governors Advances Student Success Initiatives, Strategic Planning and Oversight Measures

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Board of Governors took action on student success initiatives, reviewed progress on a new strategic plan and approved key oversight measures during its April 24 meeting.

May 05, 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.
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
A woman stands on the left and a man stands on the right. They are each holding one side of the Byler Distinguished Faculty Award plaque. They are standing in a room in the Elliott Student Union with a window behind them.
Faculty and Staff Awards, University News, Department of Human Services

Byler Faculty Award Recognizes Professor Chang's Excellence in Teaching and Service

An educator who exemplifies excellence in teaching, scholarship and service, Joyce Chang, Ph.D., is the recipient of the 2026 Byler Distinguished Faculty Award at the University of Central Missouri (UCM).

April 28, 2026

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