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News, notices, and happenings for the UCM community for the week of Monday, April 29


Academics

Provost Open Campus Forum - May 1
Provost Bridgmon invites you to participate in an Open Campus Forum on Wednesday May 1, 2024 at 3:30 p.m. via Zoom. These forums are an ...
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Provost Open Campus Forum - May 1
Provost Bridgmon invites you to participate in an Open Campus Forum on Wednesday May 1, 2024 at 3:30 p.m. via Zoom. These forums are an ...
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Provost Open Campus Forum - Today!
Reminder ... Provost Bridgmon will host an Open Campus Forum today at 3:30 p.m. Please join us with your questions and input/feedback at the ...
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Hire GAs- Everyone is doing it
Don't wait- Do it now. ...
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Hire GAs- Everyone is doing it
Don't wait- Do it now. ...
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Hire GAs- Everyone is doing it
Don't wait- Do it now. ...
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2024-2025 Catalogs
The 2024-2025 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs are available online. The catalogs reflect curriculum changes that were approved for the ...
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Awards & Honors

Dr. Ashley Gage and Alex Kent to receive the Outstanding Academic Advisor Awards for 2024
You are invited to celebrate all advisors and congratulate the recipients and nominees of this award in a reception April 30th at 3 p.m. ...
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You are Invited - Outstanding Academic Advisor Awards
This afternoon, we are celebrating advising and faculty mentoring. The Provost will present two special awards to Alex Kent and Dr. Ashley ...
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UCM Achieves National Recognition in Fortune MBA Rankings for 2024
UCM has achieved notable recognition in Fortune's 2024 MBA rankings, with significant advancements in several categories, underscoring its ...
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Two UCM Graduate Programs Recognized Among Nation's Best
UCM proudly announces its recent ranking among the Best Part-Time MBA universities nationwide by U.S. News & World Report. This distinction ...
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UCM Earns Top Rankings in Multiple Categories from University HQ
UCM has been recognized for significant achievements across many of its program offerings in the latest rankings by University HQ, an ...
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Online Master's in Computer Science Program Achieves Top Rankings for Affordability and Overall Excellence
UCM's online Master of Science in Computer Science program is ranked #5 for affordability in TechGuide's 2024 list of Online Master's in ...
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Missouri Innovation Campus Program Senior Named UCM's Outstanding Design and Drafting Student for 2023-24
Owen Douglas Smith, a senior in the Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) program, was recently recognized as UCM's Outstanding Design and ...
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Events

Motorcycle Riders May Courses
Register Now! The Motorcycle Safety Foundation's Basic and Advanced Rider Courses are aimed at a range of skill levels. For beginning or ...
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Drive Safe UCM
Register now! The Drive Safe UCM course is a grant-funded driver's education program FREE to UCM students. It covers various critical topics ...
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Give Mo' Stuff
Students are moving out soon! ...
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UCM Grad Bash Invitation & RSVP Form
It's time to celebrate new beginnings and the spirit of community at UCM! We're excited to extend a special invitation to you for "Grad ...
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UCM Grad Bash Invitation & RSVP Form
It's time to celebrate new beginnings and the spirit of community at UCM! We're excited to extend a special invitation to you for "Grad ...
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Faculty

Final Spring 2024 Faculty Writing Symposium Session
Take time during finals week for your own professional creative needs. Come to the final Spring 2024 meeting of the Faculty Writing ...
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Faculty/Staff Training

Creating Innovative Test & Quiz Questions With ChatGPT
Thursday, May 2 ~ Noon-12:30pm (CST) ...
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Creating Innovative Test & Quiz Questions With ChatGPT
Thursday, May 2 ~ Noon-12:30pm (CST) ...
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Chrome River Training
After going to the Accounts Payable UCM website, please click What is Chrome River? (red box on right of the page) ...
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Chrome River Training
After going to the Accounts Payable UCM website, please click What is Chrome River? (red box on right of the page) ...
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Chrome River Training
After going to the Accounts Payable UCM website, please click What is Chrome River? (red box on right of the page) ...
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Chrome River Training
After going to the Accounts Payable UCM website, please click What is Chrome River? (red box on right of the page) ...
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Chrome River Training
After going to the Accounts Payable UCM website, please click What is Chrome River? (red box on right of the page) ...
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New Convenient Basic Banner Budget Training
We are excited to announce that Online Basic Banner Budget Training is now available on the Budget Resource page. To find this convenient ...
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New Convenient Basic Banner Budget Training
We are excited to announce that Online Basic Banner Budget Training is now available on the Budget Resource page. To find this convenient ...
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New Convenient Basic Banner Budget Training
We are excited to announce that Online Basic Banner Budget Training is now available on the Budget Resource page. To find this convenient ...
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Safe Zone training May 9!
Join colleagues for an all-campus Safe Zone training, led by Dr. Amber Clifford-Napoleone on Thursday, May 9 from 2-4 PM, in the JCK ...
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Safe Zone training May 9!
Join colleagues for an all-campus Safe Zone training, led by Dr. Amber Clifford-Napoleone on Thursday, May 9 from 2-4 PM, in the JCK ...
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Foundation & Alumni

MuleNation Roadshow: Warrensburg
Our first MuleNation Roadshow event series is kicking off this Thursday in Warrensburg! Join us at Traditions on Thursday, May 2 @ 6:30! ...
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MuleNation Roadshow: Warrensburg
Our first MuleNation Roadshow event series is kicking off this Thursday in Warrensburg! Join us at Traditions on Thursday, May 2 @ 6:30! ...
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MuleNation Roadshow: Warrensburg
Our first MuleNation Roadshow event series is kicking off this Thursday in Warrensburg! Join us at Traditions on Thursday, May 2 @ 6:30! ...
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MuleNation Roadshow: Overland Park
Our first MuleNation Roadshow event series is coming to Overland Park! Join us at Coaches Bar and Grill on Wednesday, May 8 @ 6:30! Register ...
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MuleNation Roadshow: Lee's Summit
Our first MuleNation Roadshow event series is coming to Lee's Summit! Join us at Lakewood Local on Thursday, May 9 @ 6:30! Register below ...
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General

DATA Needed! / Campus to Community Service 2023-2024
In the past, you all have been very helpful in providing information about Community Service Activities conducted by academic departments, ...
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Summer Hours Begin May 6
Starting Monday, May 6, UCM office hours will shift to summer hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This change will be in effect until Friday, ...
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Summer Hours Begin May 6
Starting Monday, May 6, UCM office hours will shift to summer hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This change will be in effect until Friday, ...
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Chrome River Travel Pre-Approvals and Expense Reports for Fiscal Year 2025
FY25 is around the corner so here are some helpful Chrome River reminders: ...
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Chrome River Travel Pre-Approvals and Expense Reports for Fiscal Year 2025
FY25 is around the corner so here are some helpful Chrome River reminders: ...
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Chrome River Receipt Capture Update
CR Snap is going away in 2024. CR Snap is being replaced with Emburse Mobile App. Learn more at the URL below or in your Chrome River ...
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Chrome River Receipt Capture Update
CR Snap is going away in 2024. CR Snap is being replaced with Emburse Mobile App. Learn more at the URL below or in your Chrome River ...
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Chrome River Receipt Capture Update
CR Snap is going away in 2024. CR Snap is being replaced with Emburse Mobile App. Learn more at the URL below or in your Chrome River ...
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Dining by Sodexo Finals Week Hours
Dining by Sodexo will have modified hours during finals week. Please see the attached flyer for a list of the hours or visit the What's Open ...
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Dining by Sodexo Finals Week Hours
Dining by Sodexo will have modified hours during finals week. Please see the attached flyer for a list of the hours or visit the What's Open ...
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Effective May 1st, 2024: Same Day Travel Meals are no longer allowed on BPC or reimbursement
Effective May 1st, Per IRS Guidelines (Publication 15B 463, and 535), UCM will no longer pay for meals during intra day (same day) travel. ...
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Effective May 1st, 2024: Same Day Travel Meals are no longer allowed on BPC or reimbursement
Effective May 1st, Per IRS Guidelines (Publication 15B 463, and 535), UCM will no longer pay for meals during intra day (same day) travel. ...
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Effective May 1st, 2024: Same Day Travel Meals are no longer allowed on BPC or reimbursement
Effective May 1st, Per IRS Guidelines (Publication 15B 463, and 535), UCM will no longer pay for meals during intra day (same day) travel. ...
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Career & Life Design W.I.S.E. Closed
The Career and Life Design Center's Walk-In Studio Experience (W.I.S.E.) will be closed during finals and over the summer. W.I.S.E. will ...
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Career & Life Design W.I.S.E. Closed
The Career and Life Design Center's Walk-In Studio Experience (W.I.S.E.) will be closed during finals and over the summer. W.I.S.E. will ...
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Career & Life Design W.I.S.E. Closed
The Career and Life Design Center's Walk-In Studio Experience (W.I.S.E.) will be closed during finals and over the summer. W.I.S.E. will ...
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Motorcycle Awareness Month
Feeling the freedom of riding comes with risks. For example, the fatality rate for motorcycle accidents is over 27 times more than a car. ...
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Sign up for Bands!
If you play a band instrument, now is the time to sign up for the 2024 UCM Marching Mules, Wind Ensemble, or Symphonic Band! Simply click ...
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Sign up for Bands!
If you play a band instrument, now is the time to sign up for the 2024 UCM Marching Mules, Wind Ensemble, or Symphonic Band! Simply click ...
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IMC Office Renovation Closure
The Integrated Marketing and Communications (IMC) offices in ADM 302 will close for renovation beginning Wednesday, May 8. In-person ...
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IMC Office Renovation Closure
The Integrated Marketing and Communications (IMC) offices in ADM 302 will close for renovation beginning Wednesday, May 8. In-person ...
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Health & Wellness

UCM Crisis Support Line
The UCM Counseling Center (part of Campus Community Health) has a 24-hour Crisis Support Line (660-543-8008) for students. Please share ...
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Human Resources/Payroll

2024 Performance Appraisals
Under UCM's current procedure - Performance Appraisals, written performance appraisals, and performance appraisal discussions for current ...
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2024 Performance Appraisals
Under UCM's current procedure - Performance Appraisals, written performance appraisals, and performance appraisal discussions for current ...
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Student Employees - Email "UCMO Account Credentials Expiring Soon"
If you have students that are working the summer semester, please submit a summer EPAF for them before 05/01/2024 to eliminate receiving the ...
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Student Employees - Email "UCMO Account Credentials Expiring Soon"
If you have students that are working the summer semester, please submit a summer EPAF for them before 05/01/2024 to eliminate receiving the ...
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Student Employees - Email "UCMO Account Credentials Expiring Soon"
If you have students that are working the summer semester, please submit a summer EPAF for them before 05/01/2024 to eliminate receiving the ...
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Employee Web Time Sheet Deadline
Please submit your April 16th through April 30th web employee timesheet by Wednesday, May 1st at 11:59 p.m. This is an 88 hour pay period ...
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Employee Web Time Sheet Deadline
Please submit your April 16th through April 30th web employee timesheet by Wednesday, May 1st at 11:59 p.m. This is an 88 hour pay period ...
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Welcome May 1st New UCM Team Members!
Please Help us welcome the following New Employees to the UCM Team: ...
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Search for Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs
The job posting for the Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs is now open to receive job applications. Applications must be submitted ...
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KMOS-TV

Lidia Celebrates Flavors that Define Us
Traveling from big cities to small towns in rural America, Lidia Bastianich shares the inspiring stories of first, second, and ...
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Frontline Investigates tonight at 9:00
Investigating deaths after police used tactics like prone restraint and other "less lethal" force. With The Associated Press, drawing on ...
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Doc Martin returns to Thursday!
As this dramatic comedy returns to Thursday nights, Louisa and Martin have rekindled their relationship and are living together again, but ...
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Funny Face on KMOS - Show-Me Cinema
Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire star in this classic film about a fashion editor and a photographer who choose a shy bookstore attendant as ...
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Military and Veterans Services

James Culp Named Student Veteran Athlete of the Year
Military Friendly recognized UCM student and wrestler James Culp with the 2024 Student Veteran Athlete of the Year Award. ...
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News and Events

UCM Cuts Ribbon Celebrating New Harbert Collegiate Golf Center, Commemorating New Era of Support, Success for Student Athletes
Ushering in a new era of support and success for the Mules and Jennies golf teams, the University of Central Missouri celebrated the opening ...
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UCM Students Secure Second Place in National Digital Marketing Competition
Four outstanding students from the University of Central Missouri have clinched second place in the prestigious 2024 National Digital ...
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Muleskinner Honored with Best in State Cup Award by Missouri College Media Association
The University of Central Missouri student news outlet, "The Muleskinner," dominated the state college media awards including the Best In ...
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Muleskinner Honored with Best in State Cup Award by Missouri College Media Association
The University of Central Missouri student news outlet, "The Muleskinner," dominated the state college media awards including the Best In ...
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Office of Technology

Windows 11 Migration Required Soon
On Tuesday, May 14th, eligible UCM-owned devices will undergo a mandatory migration to Windows 11. During the upgrade, devices will not be ...
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TSC Summer Hours
The Technology Support Center in the Office of Technology will modify hours during the summer to Monday-Friday, 7 am to 5 pm. Walk-ins, ...
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TSC Summer Hours
The Technology Support Center in the Office of Technology will modify hours during the summer to Monday-Friday, 7 am to 5 pm. Walk-ins, ...
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Openings & Closings

Elliott Student Union & Union Bowling Center Summer Hours
The Elliott Student Union and Union Bowling Center will have adjusted hours for the summer beginning on Sunday, May 5. ...
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Elliott Student Union & Union Bowling Center Summer Hours
The Elliott Student Union and Union Bowling Center will have adjusted hours for the summer beginning on Sunday, May 5. ...
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Elliott Student Union & Union Bowling Center Summer Hours
The Elliott Student Union and Union Bowling Center will have adjusted hours for the summer beginning on Sunday, May 5. ...
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The Mule Post Summer Hours
The Mule Post in Union 119 will adjust their hours to be 9 AM to 3 PM Monday through Friday beginning on Monday, May 6. ...
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The Mule Post Summer Hours
The Mule Post in Union 119 will adjust their hours to be 9 AM to 3 PM Monday through Friday beginning on Monday, May 6. ...
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The Mule Post Summer Hours
The Mule Post in Union 119 will adjust their hours to be 9 AM to 3 PM Monday through Friday beginning on Monday, May 6. ...
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The Mule Post Summer Hours
The Mule Post in Union 119 will adjust their hours to be 9 AM to 3 PM Monday through Friday beginning on Monday, May 6. ...
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The Mule Post Summer Hours
The Mule Post in Union 119 will adjust their hours to be 9 AM to 3 PM Monday through Friday beginning on Monday, May 6. ...
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Registrar's Office Closing at 2pm today
The Registrar's Office will be closing at 2pm today in preparation for the commencement ceremonies. If a graduating student is needing to ...
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Staff Council

Staff Council Elections - Vote today!
It's Staff Council Election time! Please use the ballot found linked below to vote for Staff Council representatives for FY 2025. ...
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Staff Council Elections - Vote today!
It's Staff Council Election time! Please use the ballot found linked below to vote for Staff Council representatives for FY 2025. ...
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LAST DAY TO VOTE!!
As of 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 29th, 215 staff members had cast their ballot for Staff Council elections! Thank you to all who have ...
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Student Activities

Virtual Brief Individual Counseling
Calling all University of Central Missouri students! Are ...
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University Store

Textbook buyback & rental returns are going on now at the UCM Store
Bring your used textbooks to the UCM Store and get cash. Remember, rental books are due by 6p on Friday to avoid a late fee. Open 8a-6p ...
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Textbook buyback & rental returns are going on now at the UCM Store
Bring your used textbooks to the UCM Store and get cash. Remember, rental books are due by 6p on Friday to avoid a late fee. Open 8a-6p ...
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Textbook buyback & rental returns are going on now at the UCM Store
Bring your used textbooks to the UCM Store and get cash. Remember, rental books are due by 6p on Friday to avoid a late fee. Open 8a-6p ...
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Last day for Textbook Buyback & Rental Returns at the UCM Store
Today is the last day to get cash for your used textbooks. And, it's the last day to return your rental textbooks to avoid a late fee. ...
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You Are Invited

Retirement Reception for Jeff Murphy
Join us in celebrating the retirement of Jeff Murphy after serving the University of Central Missouri for nearly 35 years. His reception ...
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Farewell Reception for Provost Phil Bridgmon
We hope you can join us on May 2 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. for a casual farewell reception for UCM's Provost and Vice President for Academic ...
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Farewell Reception for Provost Phil Bridgmon
We hope you can join us on May 2 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. for a casual farewell reception for UCM's Provost and Vice President for Academic ...
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Farewell Reception for Provost Phil Bridgmon
We hope you can join us on May 2 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. for a casual farewell reception for UCM's Provost and Vice President for Academic ...
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Today! Farewell Reception for Provost Phil Bridgmon
Please join us from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. today on the patio at Traditions, Pertle Springs, for a casual farewell reception for Provost Phil ...
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Farewell to Dan Plott
Come say good bye to The Father of Fun, Dan Plott. Dan is leaving the UCM Student Recreation & Wellness Center and preparing for bike rides ...
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Farewell to Dan Plott
Come say good bye to The Father of Fun, Dan Plott. Dan is leaving the UCM Student Recreation & Wellness Center and preparing for bike rides ...
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Farewell to Dan Plott
Come say good bye to The Father of Fun, Dan Plott. Dan is leaving the UCM Student Recreation & Wellness Center and preparing for bike rides ...
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Appreciation Breakfast for Staff and Bargaining Unit
UCM Staff and Bargaining Unit employees are invited to an Appreciation Breakfast on Thursday, May 9th from 8-9:30 am in the Sandra Temple ...
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Appreciation Breakfast for Staff and Bargaining Unit
UCM Staff and Bargaining Unit employees are invited to an Appreciation Breakfast on Thursday, May 9th from 8-9:30 am in the Sandra Temple ...
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