Breadcrumb
News
UCM Performing Arts Faculty Take Center Stage Aug. 28 for the Provost's Faculty Showcase
Highlighting the diverse, talented faculty members who serve the University of Central Missouri, performing artists representing the UCM academic areas of Music, Theatre and Dance return to Hart Recital Hall for their annual season opener, the Provost’s Faculty Showcase, at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 28.
August 17, 2023
S&P Global Ratings Assign UCM 'A+' Long-term Rating for Sixth Year
The University of Central Missouri has received a long-term rating of “A+” by Standard & Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings for the sixth consecutive year regarding its Missouri Health & Educational facilities Authority’s series 3013C, 2018A and 2018B educational facilities bonds. In addition, as a result of UCM’s dedication to sound financial operations, the rating continues to include a stable outlook.
August 17, 2023
UCM's Get the Red Out Offers Family Fun Saturday, Sept. 9
A University of Central Missouri tradition that brings both the campus and community together for a day of fun, food and more, Get the Red Out is planned for 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 in Warrensburg. No admission is charged for activities that take place in the area that encompasses a section of Holden Street between South and Clark streets on the west side of campus.
August 16, 2023
Federal VA Grant Supports Voices of the Heartland Sharing Life Stories of Underrepresented WWII, Civil War Veterans
Within a half-hour drive of the University of Central Missouri, rows of neatly-placed headstones line the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville honoring individuals who served in the United States military. With only small bits of information etched into each of the hundreds of gray granite monuments that dot this vast burial ground, the life stories of many underrepresented World War II veterans mostly remain untold. This will soon change, however, thanks to a $399,000 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) National Cemetery Administration (NCA) grant that will also cover project work at Fort Scott National Cemetery in Fort Scott, Kansas.
August 14, 2023
Career and Life Design Center Tailors Student Fall Events to Support Career Readiness
University of Central Missouri students who are looking for opportunities to network with business and industry professionals or seek internships and jobs should consider the UCM Career and Life Design Center’s fall 2023 offerings in addition to other services that support their professional development.
August 11, 2023
UCM CJ Student from Greenwood Honored for Research on Gangs
As a graduate student in the University of Central Missouri’s Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, Pricila Avila’s dedication to strong academics and scholarly research paid off recently by earning her national recognition for her superior efforts in gang research.
August 09, 2023
Fall Theatre and Dance Productions Offer Opportunities for Students
University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance announces its fall 2023 auditions for “Everybody,” directed by Jenise Cook, visiting assistant professor of theatre; “Cinderella,” directed by Dr. Aaron Scully, assistant professor of theatre and dance; and Studio Theatre One-Acts, directed by UCM students.
August 07, 2023
UCM Division of Art and Design Presents Faculty, Artist in Residence Exhibitions Beginning Aug. 14
The University of Central Missouri Art Center Galleries has announced two exhibitions, “The Faculty Show” and “Continues to Flicker,” to be presented free and open to the public Aug. 14 through Sept. 16 on the UCM campus. Admission to these events is free and all who are interested are welcome to attend.
August 02, 2023
Sedalia Police Department Donates Former Patrol Car to Missouri Safety Center
A collaboration that will enhance learning experiences for individuals seeking law enforcement careers, the Sedalia Police Department has donated a used patrol car to the Missouri Safety Center at the University of Central Missouri. The formal presentation event took place the same week a group of 27 Central Missouri Police Academy (CMPA) cadets began a training program that will allow them to utilize the car at the Safety Center’s Highway Safety Instructional Park, south of UCM’s main campus in Warrensburg.
July 24, 2023
HB 19 Includes Funds for Local Economic Development, UCM Aviation Self-service Fuel Accessibility
Missouri Governor Mike Parson’s recent signing of sections of the Appropriations HB 19 marks a significant milestone for economic growth in the Warrensburg area. We are pleased to announce that two crucial provisions within the bill, section 19.416 and section 19.321, have been approved, paving the way for substantial advancements in infrastructure and self-service fuel accessibility.
July 18, 2023
UCM Board of Governors Member, Marvin E. Wright, Passes Away
Remembered for his dedication, commitment and the many contributions made in service to students, faculty and staff at the University of Central Missouri, Marvin E. “Bunky” Wright, Columbia, passed away on Friday, July 14 after an illness. A longtime attorney who served various public and private higher education institutions in Missouri, he was nearing his 14th consecutive year as a member of the UCM Board of Governors at the time of his passing.
July 17, 2023
Missouri Innovation Campus Program Prepares Students to Thrive in Today's Work Environment by Engaging Business Partners
Since its launch over a decade ago, the Missouri Innovation Campus program has been recognized for successfully connecting businesses to a trained workforce. To make sure coursework aligns with workplace needs, MIC program instructors collaborate with business partners on a regular basis to develop and review competencies for each degree program.
July 10, 2023
UCM Poised to Help Missouri Deliver on HB 417 Promise for Upskill Credential Training
Creating a new “Upskill Credential” workforce training program, Missouri House Bill 417 will position the state’s businesses to better address obstacles that impact their growth and profitability with assistance from institutions such as the University of Central Missouri.
July 07, 2023
Missouri Governor Names Student from Hermann to UCM's Governing Board
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson this week announced the appointment of Hadley Oden, Hermann, Missouri, as a student member of the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors. She will serve a term ending Dec. 31, 2023, and until her successor is named, and fills a position previously held by Zachary Racy, a Riverside, Missouri, student who recently graduated from UCM.
July 06, 2023
Weiss Joins UCM as Assistant General Counsel
The University of Central Missouri announces a recent hire within the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). Holly Weiss has joined the OGC as Assistant General Counsel.
July 06, 2023
UCM Performing Arts Faculty Take Center Stage Aug. 28 for the Provost's Faculty Showcase
Highlighting the diverse, talented faculty members who serve the University of Central Missouri, performing artists representing the UCM academic areas of Music, Theatre and Dance return to Hart Recital Hall for their annual season opener, the Provost’s Faculty Showcase, at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 28.
August 17, 2023
S&P Global Ratings Assign UCM 'A+' Long-term Rating for Sixth Year
The University of Central Missouri has received a long-term rating of “A+” by Standard & Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings for the sixth consecutive year regarding its Missouri Health & Educational facilities Authority’s series 3013C, 2018A and 2018B educational facilities bonds. In addition, as a result of UCM’s dedication to sound financial operations, the rating continues to include a stable outlook.
August 17, 2023
UCM's Get the Red Out Offers Family Fun Saturday, Sept. 9
A University of Central Missouri tradition that brings both the campus and community together for a day of fun, food and more, Get the Red Out is planned for 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 in Warrensburg. No admission is charged for activities that take place in the area that encompasses a section of Holden Street between South and Clark streets on the west side of campus.
August 16, 2023
Federal VA Grant Supports Voices of the Heartland Sharing Life Stories of Underrepresented WWII, Civil War Veterans
Within a half-hour drive of the University of Central Missouri, rows of neatly-placed headstones line the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville honoring individuals who served in the United States military. With only small bits of information etched into each of the hundreds of gray granite monuments that dot this vast burial ground, the life stories of many underrepresented World War II veterans mostly remain untold. This will soon change, however, thanks to a $399,000 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) National Cemetery Administration (NCA) grant that will also cover project work at Fort Scott National Cemetery in Fort Scott, Kansas.
August 14, 2023
Career and Life Design Center Tailors Student Fall Events to Support Career Readiness
University of Central Missouri students who are looking for opportunities to network with business and industry professionals or seek internships and jobs should consider the UCM Career and Life Design Center’s fall 2023 offerings in addition to other services that support their professional development.
August 11, 2023
UCM CJ Student from Greenwood Honored for Research on Gangs
As a graduate student in the University of Central Missouri’s Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, Pricila Avila’s dedication to strong academics and scholarly research paid off recently by earning her national recognition for her superior efforts in gang research.
August 09, 2023
Fall Theatre and Dance Productions Offer Opportunities for Students
University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance announces its fall 2023 auditions for “Everybody,” directed by Jenise Cook, visiting assistant professor of theatre; “Cinderella,” directed by Dr. Aaron Scully, assistant professor of theatre and dance; and Studio Theatre One-Acts, directed by UCM students.
August 07, 2023
UCM Division of Art and Design Presents Faculty, Artist in Residence Exhibitions Beginning Aug. 14
The University of Central Missouri Art Center Galleries has announced two exhibitions, “The Faculty Show” and “Continues to Flicker,” to be presented free and open to the public Aug. 14 through Sept. 16 on the UCM campus. Admission to these events is free and all who are interested are welcome to attend.
August 02, 2023
Sedalia Police Department Donates Former Patrol Car to Missouri Safety Center
A collaboration that will enhance learning experiences for individuals seeking law enforcement careers, the Sedalia Police Department has donated a used patrol car to the Missouri Safety Center at the University of Central Missouri. The formal presentation event took place the same week a group of 27 Central Missouri Police Academy (CMPA) cadets began a training program that will allow them to utilize the car at the Safety Center’s Highway Safety Instructional Park, south of UCM’s main campus in Warrensburg.
July 24, 2023
HB 19 Includes Funds for Local Economic Development, UCM Aviation Self-service Fuel Accessibility
Missouri Governor Mike Parson’s recent signing of sections of the Appropriations HB 19 marks a significant milestone for economic growth in the Warrensburg area. We are pleased to announce that two crucial provisions within the bill, section 19.416 and section 19.321, have been approved, paving the way for substantial advancements in infrastructure and self-service fuel accessibility.
July 18, 2023
UCM Board of Governors Member, Marvin E. Wright, Passes Away
Remembered for his dedication, commitment and the many contributions made in service to students, faculty and staff at the University of Central Missouri, Marvin E. “Bunky” Wright, Columbia, passed away on Friday, July 14 after an illness. A longtime attorney who served various public and private higher education institutions in Missouri, he was nearing his 14th consecutive year as a member of the UCM Board of Governors at the time of his passing.
July 17, 2023
Missouri Innovation Campus Program Prepares Students to Thrive in Today's Work Environment by Engaging Business Partners
Since its launch over a decade ago, the Missouri Innovation Campus program has been recognized for successfully connecting businesses to a trained workforce. To make sure coursework aligns with workplace needs, MIC program instructors collaborate with business partners on a regular basis to develop and review competencies for each degree program.
July 10, 2023
UCM Poised to Help Missouri Deliver on HB 417 Promise for Upskill Credential Training
Creating a new “Upskill Credential” workforce training program, Missouri House Bill 417 will position the state’s businesses to better address obstacles that impact their growth and profitability with assistance from institutions such as the University of Central Missouri.
July 07, 2023
Missouri Governor Names Student from Hermann to UCM's Governing Board
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson this week announced the appointment of Hadley Oden, Hermann, Missouri, as a student member of the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors. She will serve a term ending Dec. 31, 2023, and until her successor is named, and fills a position previously held by Zachary Racy, a Riverside, Missouri, student who recently graduated from UCM.
July 06, 2023
Weiss Joins UCM as Assistant General Counsel
The University of Central Missouri announces a recent hire within the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). Holly Weiss has joined the OGC as Assistant General Counsel.
July 06, 2023
