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UCM Students Recognized for Success at University of Iowa Hackathon
Four University of Central Missouri graduate students were recently recognized by faculty members in the Computer Information Systems and Analytics Division for their category win at an annual two-day Hackathon at the University of Iowa, Oct. 6-7.
October 24, 2018
Students Have Opportunity to Pitch Business Ideas to KC Entrepreneur Barnett Helzberg, Jr.
University of Central Missouri students who have great ideas for a startup business could win an opportunity to pitch those ideas to successful Kansas City entrepreneur, business mentor and philanthropist, Barnett Helzberg, Jr.
October 24, 2018
Student, Faculty Research Leads to Joint Publication in Materials Letters
As a first-generation student from Independence, Anthony Fatino whetted his appetite for scientific research early in his undergraduate studies working collaboratively with chemistry faculty members at the University of Central Missouri. As he continues to fulfill this passion five years later, he is watching the fruit of his early college experiences pay off with a research article published in the scientific journal, “Materials Letters.” This is happening as his UCM co-authors and mentors continue to press on furthering study of a new way to detect metal ions in aqueous solution.
October 22, 2018
Meet UCM's Distinguished Alumni for 2018
Five men and women who have outstanding careers in fields such as actuarial science, education, engineering, marketing and mathematics, both nationally and internationally, will be recognized during the University of Central Missouri’s Distinguished Alumni Dinner Friday, Oct. 26.
October 18, 2018
UCM's Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science Considered a "Best Value"
Through its Actuarial Science and Statistics Program, the University of Central Missouri has been graduating students for decades who are qualified to meet the growing demand for these skilled professionals. Such dedication to this field most recently earned UCM recognition for having one of the Top 50 Best Value Bachelor of Actuarial Science Programs in 2018 by Value Colleges. UCM’s actuarial program was ranked 37th in the nation.
October 17, 2018
Federal Grant Enables UCM to Create New Graduate Certificate Program Targeted Towards Dual Credit Agriculture Teachers
Development of a new graduate certificate program that University of Central Missouri agriculture faculty members describe as a “win-win” opportunity for high school teachers of dual credit agriculture courses, their students, and the university, is being made possible by a $150,000 federal grant.
October 17, 2018
Missouri K-12 School Librarians Converge on MIC for Fall Conference
K-12 school librarians from across the state got a look at The Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) this month as it served as the host site for the Missouri Association of School Librarians’ (MASL) Fall Professional Development Conference, Oct. 6.
October 16, 2018
Students, National Guard Members Train Together to Combat Cyber Attacks
Building upon its cybersecurity training partnership with the Missouri National Guard, the University of Central Missouri participated in a joint exercise with the Guard Saturday, Oct. 13 to help enhance the practical learning environment in the area of cyber defense education.
October 16, 2018
Big Data Guest Speaker Series Launches Oct. 19 with Presentation by Amitech Solutions VP
The University of Central Missouri’s Division of Business Analytics is offering the free presentation, “The Analytics Evolution and What You Need to Know.” The program features guest speaker Paul Boal, vice president of Amitech Solutions, St. Louis, and begins at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct, 19 in Ward Edwards 2020.
October 15, 2018
Facility That Embodies UCM's Commitment to Student Success Celebrates Grand Opening
The grand opening of the Success Advising Center (SAC), representing the physical embodiment of the University of Central Missouri’s commitment to students, was celebrated Oct. 10 on the lower level of the Elliott Student Union.
October 11, 2018
Enjoy These Perks Around Campus for Graduate Education Week
Along with the Governor’s recognition of the importance of graduate education, the University of Central Missouri also has a variety of activities planned during the week to recognize its many graduate students and the opportunities UCM provides for those seeking advanced degrees.
October 10, 2018
Chancler Moving The Center Forward with Focus on Multiculturalism and Inclusivity
After being part of a group that provided initial input to help launch the Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity, now known as The Center, Lover Chancler has assumed a key leadership role in moving this important area forward at the University of Central Missouri.
October 08, 2018
UCM Receives $2.7 Million Grant Building Momentum in Student Retention, Completion
Validating the University of Central Missouri’s efforts to increase retention and help more students cross the degree finish line, the university is receiving a $2.7 million federal grant to aid in developing its student success continuum over a five-year period.
October 05, 2018
UCM Celebrates Success Advising Center with Grand Opening Oct. 10
Members of the campus and local community have an opportunity to learn more about this new facility and its goals during the grand opening at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10 in the Elliott Student Union.
October 03, 2018
Board Approves Healthcare Insurance Rates
While continuing to keep costs as low as possible and provide quality coverage, the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors approved accepting a zero percent rate change in one of the employee healthcare insurance plan options and a 1.83 percent rate increase in the remaining two options from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City for the 2019 benefit year.
September 26, 2018
UCM Students Recognized for Success at University of Iowa Hackathon
Four University of Central Missouri graduate students were recently recognized by faculty members in the Computer Information Systems and Analytics Division for their category win at an annual two-day Hackathon at the University of Iowa, Oct. 6-7.
October 24, 2018
Students Have Opportunity to Pitch Business Ideas to KC Entrepreneur Barnett Helzberg, Jr.
University of Central Missouri students who have great ideas for a startup business could win an opportunity to pitch those ideas to successful Kansas City entrepreneur, business mentor and philanthropist, Barnett Helzberg, Jr.
October 24, 2018
Student, Faculty Research Leads to Joint Publication in Materials Letters
As a first-generation student from Independence, Anthony Fatino whetted his appetite for scientific research early in his undergraduate studies working collaboratively with chemistry faculty members at the University of Central Missouri. As he continues to fulfill this passion five years later, he is watching the fruit of his early college experiences pay off with a research article published in the scientific journal, “Materials Letters.” This is happening as his UCM co-authors and mentors continue to press on furthering study of a new way to detect metal ions in aqueous solution.
October 22, 2018
Meet UCM's Distinguished Alumni for 2018
Five men and women who have outstanding careers in fields such as actuarial science, education, engineering, marketing and mathematics, both nationally and internationally, will be recognized during the University of Central Missouri’s Distinguished Alumni Dinner Friday, Oct. 26.
October 18, 2018
UCM's Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science Considered a "Best Value"
Through its Actuarial Science and Statistics Program, the University of Central Missouri has been graduating students for decades who are qualified to meet the growing demand for these skilled professionals. Such dedication to this field most recently earned UCM recognition for having one of the Top 50 Best Value Bachelor of Actuarial Science Programs in 2018 by Value Colleges. UCM’s actuarial program was ranked 37th in the nation.
October 17, 2018
Federal Grant Enables UCM to Create New Graduate Certificate Program Targeted Towards Dual Credit Agriculture Teachers
Development of a new graduate certificate program that University of Central Missouri agriculture faculty members describe as a “win-win” opportunity for high school teachers of dual credit agriculture courses, their students, and the university, is being made possible by a $150,000 federal grant.
October 17, 2018
Missouri K-12 School Librarians Converge on MIC for Fall Conference
K-12 school librarians from across the state got a look at The Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) this month as it served as the host site for the Missouri Association of School Librarians’ (MASL) Fall Professional Development Conference, Oct. 6.
October 16, 2018
Students, National Guard Members Train Together to Combat Cyber Attacks
Building upon its cybersecurity training partnership with the Missouri National Guard, the University of Central Missouri participated in a joint exercise with the Guard Saturday, Oct. 13 to help enhance the practical learning environment in the area of cyber defense education.
October 16, 2018
Big Data Guest Speaker Series Launches Oct. 19 with Presentation by Amitech Solutions VP
The University of Central Missouri’s Division of Business Analytics is offering the free presentation, “The Analytics Evolution and What You Need to Know.” The program features guest speaker Paul Boal, vice president of Amitech Solutions, St. Louis, and begins at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct, 19 in Ward Edwards 2020.
October 15, 2018
Facility That Embodies UCM's Commitment to Student Success Celebrates Grand Opening
The grand opening of the Success Advising Center (SAC), representing the physical embodiment of the University of Central Missouri’s commitment to students, was celebrated Oct. 10 on the lower level of the Elliott Student Union.
October 11, 2018
Enjoy These Perks Around Campus for Graduate Education Week
Along with the Governor’s recognition of the importance of graduate education, the University of Central Missouri also has a variety of activities planned during the week to recognize its many graduate students and the opportunities UCM provides for those seeking advanced degrees.
October 10, 2018
Chancler Moving The Center Forward with Focus on Multiculturalism and Inclusivity
After being part of a group that provided initial input to help launch the Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity, now known as The Center, Lover Chancler has assumed a key leadership role in moving this important area forward at the University of Central Missouri.
October 08, 2018
UCM Receives $2.7 Million Grant Building Momentum in Student Retention, Completion
Validating the University of Central Missouri’s efforts to increase retention and help more students cross the degree finish line, the university is receiving a $2.7 million federal grant to aid in developing its student success continuum over a five-year period.
October 05, 2018
UCM Celebrates Success Advising Center with Grand Opening Oct. 10
Members of the campus and local community have an opportunity to learn more about this new facility and its goals during the grand opening at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10 in the Elliott Student Union.
October 03, 2018
Board Approves Healthcare Insurance Rates
While continuing to keep costs as low as possible and provide quality coverage, the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors approved accepting a zero percent rate change in one of the employee healthcare insurance plan options and a 1.83 percent rate increase in the remaining two options from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City for the 2019 benefit year.
September 26, 2018
