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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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
Governor Parson Signs Budget Increasing Funding for the University of Central Missouri
University of Central Missouri (UCM) leaders expressed their appreciation for Missouri Governor Mike Parson and state legislators for developing a $51.7 billion Fiscal Year 2025 state budget that allocates a net core appropriation of $64 million to UCM. This represents an increase of nearly $1.9 million in expected revenue to UCM for FY 2025, bringing the University’s overall total operating budget to $178.4 million.
July 11, 2024
University of Central Missouri Earns Top Recognition in Abound's 2024 Rankings
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) announces its inclusion in the prestigious Abound College 100 Best Online Colleges, Best Online Colleges: Midwest, Best Colleges for Adults and Best Colleges for Military and Veterans award lists for 2024. UCM also earned recognition in the cohort of the Best 250 Grad Schools of 2024.
July 11, 2024
Hazmat, Medical Billing and Sterile Processing Program Graduates Receive Certificates from UCM at Lee's Summit
Hazmat, Medical Billing and Sterile Processing Program Graduates Receive Certificates from UCM at Lee’s Summit
June 27, 2024
UCM Theatre and Dance Recognized by Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival
UCM Theatre and Dance Recognized by Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival
June 27, 2024
University of Central Missouri Board of Governors Approves FY 2025 Operating Budget Updates and Honors Distinguished Faculty and Staff
University of Central Missouri Board of Governors Approves FY 2025 Operating Budget Updates and Honors Distinguished Faculty and Staff
June 26, 2024
UCM's Lee's Summit Campus Selected as Site for Missouri Coordinating Board of Higher Education's Annual Work Session
UCM’s Lee’s Summit Campus Selected as Site for Missouri Coordinating Board of Higher Education’s Annual Work Session
June 25, 2024
University of Central Missouri Joins Veterans Voices Professional Development for K-12 Educators
University of Central Missouri Joins Veterans Voices Professional Development for K-12 Educators
June 24, 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
