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University News, Office of Technology, Department of Public Safety

UCM Public Safety Shares Essential Tips to Recognize and Prevent Scams

With a new academic year underway at the University of Central Missouri (UCM), students and their families are encouraged to be alert and take precautionary measures to protect themselves from potential scams.

August 29, 2024
Theatre and Dance Season 2024-2025.
University News, Department of Theatre and Dance, season tickets

UCM Theatre and Dance Offers 'Perfectly Marvelous' 2024-25 Season Tickets

Season tickets for the University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance 2024-2025 season are available now through Oct. 3.

August 26, 2024
Violin and brass instrument.
music events, University News, Department of Music

UCM Music Announces Events for Fall 2024 Season

The Division of Music at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) School of Visual and Performing Arts has announced several events for the Fall 2024 season.

August 22, 2024
Get the Red Out street scene with hundreds of fans.
get the red out, Mules Football, University News

UCM to Host Annual Get the Red Out Sept. 7

The community is invited to celebrate with the University of Central Missouri (UCM) as it hosts the annual family-friendly Get the Red Out street fair from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7.

August 19, 2024
Walton Stadium during a football game.
UCM Athletics, University News

University of Central Missouri Announces New Alcohol Sales Policy at Athletic Events

This fall, the University of Central Missouri (UCM) is introducing alcohol sales at select athletic events, including football, men's and women's basketball, volleyball, and baseball games. This initiative is designed to enhance the fan experience while continuously ensuring a safe and family-friendly environment.

August 16, 2024
Kathy Strickland, Foster/Inglish award winner, with Kelly Cramer.
University News, IMC, Alumni Foundation

Strickland Honored as 2024 Foster/Inglish Public Relations Prize Recipient at UCM

Recognized for her commitment to education and communications, Kathy Strickland, alumni and development communications manager at the University of Central Missouri (UCM), is the 2024 recipient of the Carl B. Foster/John M. Inglish Prize for Outstanding Achievement and Service in Public Relations.

August 14, 2024
Joshua Lopez, MIC Internship recipient, at his computer.
Missouri innovation campus, University News, Internships

Long-term Paid Internships Offer Hands-on Experience for Missouri Innovation Campus Students

As students return to school this fall, approximately 50 young people participating in the University of Central Missouri’s Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) program are also gaining hands-on job experience through long-term internships with the area’s top companies.

August 09, 2024
Mr. Schueller and Dr. Fernquist.
University News, Alumni Foundation, endowment

Endowment Established to Continue Advising Success as UCM Retirees Earn Recognition for Service

The success and ongoing legacy of the University of Central Missouri’s academic advising team has been on full display this year, most recently with two global award announcements and the establishment of an advising award endowment through the UCM Alumni Foundation.

August 08, 2024
View from KMOS tower in Syracuse, Mo.
University News, KMOS-TV, grants

KMOS PBS Awarded Grant for Equipment Upgrade to Enhance Emergency Alerts

KMOS PBS has been awarded a $880,000 grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to upgrade its equipment, which will provide enhanced emergency alerting for Central Missouri. KMOS was one of four stations to receive a grant during the CPB’s latest funding announcement for the Next Generation Warning System grant program, funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

August 06, 2024
Quilt design, featuring deep blue and yellow.
University News, quilt exhibition, art gallery

The UCM Division of Art & Design to Present Juried Quilt Exhibition

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Gallery of Art & Design presents “In or Out: Perspectives in Fiber,” a juried exhibition of art quilts opening August 19, 2024.

July 26, 2024
Librarian with books.
University News, library science

UCM's Master of Library Science Granted Candidacy Status for Accreditation by the American Library Association

The University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) goal to attain candidacy status from the American Library Association (ALA) for accreditation for the Master of Library Science (MLS) has succeeded.

July 26, 2024
Criminal justice students and faculty on stairs.
criminal justice and criminology, coffeyville community college, University News

UCM and Coffeyville Community College Establish Seamless Transfer Pathway for Criminal Justice and Criminology Degrees

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) and Coffeyville Community College (CCC) are pleased to announce a new articulation agreement that supports seamless transfer for students pursuing a four-year degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology. This partnership ensures a smooth transition from CCC's Associate in Arts in Sociology/Social Work to UCM's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology.

July 23, 2024
Theatre and dance performers on stage.
University News, Department of Theatre and Dance, State Fair Community College

UCM and State Fair Community College Support Seamless Transfer for 4-Year Degrees in Theatre

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) and State Fair Community College (SFCC) are acting together to offer students a seamless path to earning a Theatre degree. UCM and SFCC announced new articulation agreements that will allow students enrolled in SFCC’s Associate of Fine Art (AFA) in Theatre programs to seamlessly transfer to UCM’s Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) and Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Theatre programs.

July 23, 2024
Leadership Missouri members tour the MIC Workforce Development office.
University News, MIC Lee's Summit, Workforce Development

Leadership Missouri Focuses on Workforce and Tech During UCM Lee's Summit Visit

Workforce and technology training were the topics of the day as members of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Missouri program toured the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Lee's Summit at Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) on July 17.

July 18, 2024
Professor Ronnie Rollins.
faculty news, University News

UCM's Rollins Named to AASCU's 2024 Emerging Leaders Program

University of Central Missouri (UCM) Professor Ronnie Rollins was named to the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) 2024 Emerging Leaders Program (ELP).

July 15, 2024
Dr. Best Instagram Story
ucmblog

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
Handshake
ucmblog

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
UCM Mule Statue
ucmblog

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
Chris Lang
ucmblog

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
New Year's Resolutions
ucmblog

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
Winter Break
ucmblog

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

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