A strong commitment to the men and women who serve this country has earned the University of Central Missouri distinction as a 2016 Military Friendly® School. While achieving this designation, UCM also became the only Missouri institution to earn special recognition as both a Top 25 Public Military Friendly® School and a Top 25 Online Military Friendly® School.
November 09, 2015Taking place a day prior to the National Transgender Day of Remembrance, the University of Central Missouri will host the informational event, “TRANSFORUM 2015,” as well as a special performance by Rebecca King as a way to answer questions, raise awareness, and provide affirmation for those who lead transgender lives.
November 09, 2015While the University of Central Missouri’s Office of Military and Veteran Services works with local veterans organizations to help plan for Veterans Day Nov. 11 in the Warrensburg community, two special activities also will take place on campus to honor university veterans and others who have served their country.
November 06, 2015The Missouri Innovation Campus becomes part of the national dialogue on STEM education when representatives of the University of Central Missouri, The MIC, and Missouri Senator David Pearce participate in the Disruptive Innovation in Higher Education National Summit.
November 05, 2015Dr. William A. Reed, M.D., founder of the William A. and Mary J. Reed Cardiovascular Surgery Center and chair of the Department of Cardiovascular Services at the University of Kansas Hospital, will present a reading and talk for his recently published book, The Pulse of Hope, A Surgeon’s Memoirs from Poverty to Prosperity at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, in Nahm Auditorium at University of Central Missouri.
November 04, 2015The Performing Arts Series and the Department of Music at the University of Central Missouri present the Athens Saxophone Quartet in concert at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, in Hart Recital Hall.
October 30, 2015The University of Central Missouri will host the First Annual Trading Moon Pow Wow from noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, in the UCM Student Recreation and Wellness Center. The pow wow is free and open to the public.
October 29, 2015The University of Central Missouri’s 2015 Homecoming King and Queen were crowned during the Saturday, Oct. 24 celebration, “Where Your Story Began.”
October 26, 2015Elizabeth Svoboda, author of the University of Central Missouri’s One Campus, One Book selection, What Makes a Hero? The Surprising Science of Selflessness will present a book talk at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, in Hendricks Hall. A book signing is planned following each talk.
October 26, 2015Expansion of a charter school agreement to include additional educational services to students in Kansas City, updated services regarding life safety system testing and inspection, a new graduate certificate program, and a contract for airport grading and tree clearing improvements were among action items approved by the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors when it met on campus Oct. 16.
October 23, 2015The Performing Arts Series at the University of Central Missouri, in conjunction with the Department of Music, presents “Love and Longing,” a concert of romantic love duets performed by soprano Tracy Cox and tenor Ben Gulley, accompanied by Dale Morehouse on piano. The concert is planned for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, in Hart Recital Hall.
October 21, 2015With the fall commencement ceremony traditionally featuring a smaller number of participants than spring graduation exercises, the University of Central Missouri’s Commencement Committee is planning for three ceremonies Dec. 11-12.
October 20, 2015The University of Central Missouri will celebrate the 17th annual Saudi Arabia Day from 3-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21 in the South Read and Relax area of the James C. Kirkpatrick Library.
October 16, 2015The history of the University of Central Missouri mascot, the mule, is the topic of an exhibit currently featured in the showcase just outside the Harmon Computer Commons on the first floor of UCM’s James C. Kirkpatrick Library.
October 16, 2015In what he calls the “Doily Dash,” University of Central Missouri faculty member David Babcock will add a new twist to the 2015 Wadell & Reed Marathon when he participates Saturday, Oct. 17 in Kansas City.
October 14, 2015On 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, 2018UCM’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, 2018The 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, 2018Follow along as Chris Lang, Assistant Director of New Student Programs at UCM, walks you through the orientation registration process.
March 01, 2018As 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, 2018You’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