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KMOS PBS AWARDED GRANT TO PROMOTE AND ENGAGE AUDIENCES ABOUT LOCAL ENVIRONMENTS AND CLIMATE
KMOS PBS was named a recipient of an $8,000 grant from PBS as part of the wider PBS Climate Station Engagement Initiative to build awareness of climate change and encourage community engagement.
May 01, 2024
University of Central Missouri Earns 2024 Tree Campus Higher Education Distinction
UCM honored with the 2024 Tree Campus Higher Education recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management.
April 26, 2024
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 the University of Central Missouri’s Outstanding Design and Drafting Student Technology Student for 2023-24. A 2022 graduate of Lee’s Summit West High School, Smith will also receive his bachelor’s degree in design and drafting this May.
April 25, 2024
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 State Cup award during the Missouri College Media Association (MCMA) and Missouri Broadcast Educators Association’s (MBEA) Convention on April 6 at Crown Center in Kansas City.
April 25, 2024
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 Marketing Competition. The team, composed of Karter Burnside, Hale; Delaney Mallory, Braymer; Emma Rueter, Kansas City; and Piper Stevens, Lone Jack, excelled to the finals, surpassing hundreds of other university teams in a rigorous contest that highlights the best in digital marketing prowess.
April 24, 2024
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 of the new Randall and Kelly Harbert Collegiate Golf Center at the Mules National Golf Club on April 20.
April 24, 2024
Harris-Stowe President, Military and Veterans Leader Honored by SGA
A University of Central Missouri alumna who is the first woman to serve as president of Harris-Stowe State University and a UCM leader who is making a difference in the lives of active duty military students, veterans, and military dependents were recipients of annual awards presented by the Student Government Association on April 16. The awards ceremony took place at the Read and Relax area on the ground floor of the James C. Kirkpatrick Library. Harris-Stowe’s 21st President, Dr. Latonia Collins Smith, received the James C. Kirkpatrick Excellence in Governance Award and UCM’s Director of Military and Veteran Services, Courtney Swoboda, was presented the Walter Hicklin Excellence in Service Award.
April 19, 2024
Byler Faculty Award Honors Professor Boney's Impact on Students Engaged in Modern Languages Program
Described by professional colleagues as an energetic champion for students and a talented, dedicated and enthusiastic educator, Kristy Boney, Ph.D., is being honored as the 2024 recipient of the University of Central Missouri’s Byler Distinguished Faculty Award.
April 18, 2024
University of Central Missouri Champions Sustainability During Earth Week, April 22-27
As Earth Week draws global focus to sustainable living, the University of Central Missouri (UCM) in Warrensburg will showcase a proactive lineup of events designed to not only promote environmental awareness but also demonstrate the university’s deep commitment to sustainability practices from April 22-27.
April 18, 2024
Oak Grove and High Ridge Students Attending UCM Receive Prestigious Charno Awards Celebrating Their Accomplishments
Qualities that included outstanding academic achievements and service to the University of Central Missouri community contributed to the selection of two individuals who received the most prestigious honor presented to UCM students, the Charno Award. The award recipients were announced on April 11 during the 84th annual Who’s Who recognition ceremony in the Elliott Student Union.
April 16, 2024
UCM Faculty Instrumental in Conducting Seminar Teaching Educators How to Document Lives of African American Civil War Veterans
An opportunity made possible by collaborative efforts that include the University of Central Missouri, 20 educators who teach grades 7-12 at the area surrounding Fort Scott National Cemetery in Fort Scott, Kansas participated in a professional development seminar on April 4 which enabled them to uncover information to document the life stories of African American Civil War veterans who are interred at the cemetery.
April 16, 2024
UCM Theatre and Dance and UCM Music Premiere Duke Ellington's 'Sacred Concert' April 18-21
University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance and UCM Music premiere Duke Ellington’s “Sacred Concert” at the James L. Highlander Theatre at 7:30 p.m. April 18-20 and at 2 p.m. April 21. Tickets to the event are available now, and are free to students with valid UCM ID and to active duty military, veterans, and military families with military ID presented at the Box Office. The matinee on April 21 is a pay-what-you-can event.
April 15, 2024
Students Take Second Place at Sales Competition Hosted by KU
Following up its first place finish the past two years, the University of Central Missouri sales team in the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies was edged out by the University of Georgia and took second place in the 2024 King’s Hawaiian Sales Competition. This competitive event was hosted by the University of Kansas School of Business April 5-6.
April 11, 2024
Missouri Governor's Visit Includes Campus Tours, Signing of New Book
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson had an opportunity to learn more about progress being made at the University of Central Missouri while also sharing discussing a new book, “No Turnin’ Back,” during a visit to campus on Monday, April 8.
April 09, 2024
UCM Junior from Sweet Springs Receives Top Student Employee Award
Donavan Hoyes, a junior accounting major from Sweet Springs, has received the top honor in an annual program that recognizes exemplary student employees at the University of Central Missouri. Hoyes received the Student Employee of the Year award in the ceremony conducted on April 8 by UCM’s Office of Human Resources.
April 09, 2024
Dr. Best Answers Your Questions via Instagram During #UCMKnowsBest Q&A
On Aug. 17, 2018, University of Central Missouri Interim President Dr. Roger Best answered questions from the campus community via Twitter and Instagram. Watch him respond to questions from our Q&A.
August 20, 2018
5 Reasons Every Mule and Jennie Should Be Using Handshake
UCM’s Career Services office automatically provides all current students & alumni with Handshake, giving you the advantage over similar network-driven career websites. Here are the top 5 reasons you should be checking out Handshake regularly.
August 07, 2018
Top 10 Locations to Take Graduation Photos at UCM
The school year is nearing its end, and it's almost time for what you've been working toward: graduation. Before you say your goodbyes, you might want to take a few pictures to commemorate your time at UCM. There are a lot of beautiful backdrops on campus, and we've compiled a list for you of the top 10 places to take graduation photos on campus. So grab your cap and gown and let's go!
April 24, 2018
Freshman Orientation Registration is Easy With This Video Tutorial
Follow along as Chris Lang, Assistant Director of New Student Programs at UCM, walks you through the orientation registration process.
March 01, 2018
5 New Year's Resolutions that UCM Makes Easy
As you return from the holiday break feeling refreshed and ready to take on a new semester, it’s good to have goals for what you’d like to accomplish. New Year’s resolutions can be hard to stick to, but here are a few that we can help you accomplish.
January 03, 2018
10 Things To Do Over College Winter Break
You’ve worked hard all semester. You’ve turned in your last assignment and taken your last final. It’s finally here: winter break. You’re stress-free and feeling relaxed, except now you’re...bored!? Well, before your mom starts handing you chores to do, here are a few ideas to keep you entertained:
December 22, 2017
