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UCM Lee's Summit to Close for Deep Cleaning Tuesday and Wednesday, March 17 and 18
All UCM courses are paused until March 30, when all courses will be delivered virtually.
March 17, 2020
UCM's President's Gala Postponed Following KC Mayor's State of Emergency Declaration
Following Mayor Quinton Lucas’s declaration of a State of Emergency in Kansas City, Missouri, for all events with an attendance of 1,000 people, the University of Central Missouri announces the cancellation of its 2020 President’s Gala.
March 13, 2020
Discover Career Training, Scholarship Opportunities at UCM-LS Professional Training and Education Open House
Individuals interested in launching new high-demand careers are invited to learn about training and scholarship opportunities at a March 31 Professional Training and Education Open House hosted by the University of Central Missouri in cooperation with the Full Employment Council (FEC).
March 10, 2020
Children's Literature Festival Canceled
Cancelations of appearances by a number of out-of-state presenters who were scheduled to speak at the University of Central Missouri’s 2020 Children’s Literature Festival have prompted festival organizers to cancel the event for the first time in its 52-year history.
March 10, 2020
UCM Ovation Performance Series Presents All-Beethoven Recital
The University of Central Missouri Ovation Performance Series presents violinist Catherine French and pianist Nina Ferrigno in a free, public recital at 7 p.m. Monday, March 9 in Hart Recital Hall, Utt Music Building The program, “Beethoven at 250: Sonatas for Violin and Piano” commemorates the 250th anniversary of the birth of Ludwig van Beethoven.
March 05, 2020
Children's Literature Festival Brings Acclaimed Authors and Children Together
Bringing children and the authors and illustrators of their favorite books together, the University of Central Missouri’s annual Children’s Literature Festival is March 15-17 on campus. The event, which is in its 52nd year, features 28 nationally-acclaimed authors and illustrators, 17 of whom will be new to the festival in 2020.
March 04, 2020
UCM Warrensburg, Lee's Summit Participate in Statewide Tornado Drill March 3
The University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg will participate in a statewide tornado drill at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 3. This drill is expected to last about 15 minutes, and is designed to orient faculty, staff and students in appropriate measures to take during a real tornadic event.
February 27, 2020
March Music Festivals Resound at UCM
If you’re yearning to welcome the spring with great music and you missed the 45th Annual Central Missouri Jazz Festival last weekend, don’t worry. Following some late February events, the month of March at UCM Music is also chock full of performances events to satisfy every taste.
February 26, 2020
Pianist Carolyn True to Perform at UCM
University of Central Missouri Music is pleased to present Distinguished Alumna Carolyn True in recital on Monday, March 2. The program is open to the public and will take place at 7 p.m. in Hart Recital Hall on the UCM campus.
February 26, 2020
Fulbright Visiting Scholars to Visit Missouri Innovation Campus to Learn How Students Connect with Future Employers
A group of approximately 90 Fulbright Visiting Scholars from around the world will tour the Missouri Innovation Campus on March 5 as part of a four-day enrichment seminar called “The Future of Work: Overcoming the Skills Gap.” The Fulbright Enrichment Seminar is facilitated by Global Ties KC.
February 26, 2020
UCM's Elliott Student Union to Host Inaugural Women's Empowerment Summit
To kick off Women’s History Month, The PULSE Project at the University of Central Missouri is hosting PULSE-W: A Women’s Empowerment Summit 12:30 to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 1 in the Elliott Student Union.
February 26, 2020
UCM Theatre and Dance Presents Shakespeare's 'The Merry Wives of Windsor' at Warrensburg High School
An evening of comedy awaits those attending the University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance presentation of William Shakespeare’s “The Merry Wives of Windsor” March 6-8. With the university renovating the James L. Highlander Theatre, this play will be performed at Warrensburg High School at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 6; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7; and 2 p.m. Sunday, March 8.
February 25, 2020
Warrensburg Main Street, UCM Students Launch 'Snapshots of the Burg' Photo Contest to Gather Images for Promoting the Community
When you think about Warrensburg, what images come to mind? That’s exactly what sponsors of a new photo contest want participants to consider as they seek submissions for “Snapshots of the Burg,” a joint effort between Warrensburg Main Street and students at the University of Central Missouri to gather fresh, new images for use in promoting the community to others.
February 20, 2020
UCM Talking Mules Capture State Championship at MAFA Tournament
In a tournament that included teams representing 15 institutions of higher education, the University of Central Missouri’s Talking Mules finished as the Overall Combined Sweepstakes Champions with the team winning several state championships in individual events and debate.
February 18, 2020
UCM Lee's Summit Announces Spring CompTIA Network+ and Security+ Courses
The courses are designed to help professionals launch or advance in the high-demand field of IT in just eight weeks.
February 17, 2020
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
