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Ten Home Cooks Put Their Culinary Skills to the Test in 'The Great American Recipe'
“The Great American Recipe” is a competition that welcomes home chefs from across the nation as they showcase America’s diversity through regional cuisines. Airing 8-9 p.m. (CST) Fridays, beginning July 24 on KMOS PBS, the University of Central Missouri’s public television station, the show will be hosted by Alejandra Ramos.
June 21, 2022
University of Central Missouri Lee's Summit Campus Receives Chamber of Commerce Simply the Best Business of the Year Award
The University of Central Missouri Lee’s Summit campus received the Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce Simply the Best Business of the Year Award at a June 17 awards luncheon. UCM Lee’s Summit was recognized in the category for businesses with one to 20 employees.
June 20, 2022
Nursing School Chair Nic Webb Named to AASCU Emerging Leaders Program
Nic Webb, DNP, an associate professor and chair of the University of Central Missouri School of Nursing, has been named to a new cohort of higher education professionals across the nation who are participating in the 2022 Emerging Leaders Program (ELP). Webb, who travels to the nation’s capital June 15-17 to participate in the program, is one of 36 individuals who are part of this a premier leadership development initiative established by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU).
June 14, 2022
Central Missouri Repertory Receives Missouri Arts Council Grant
Central Missouri Repertory Theatre received a Missouri Arts Council Express Grant for its recent production of “Alice in Wonderland” by Lewis Carroll and adapted by Kathryn Schultz Miller. The annual children’s tour recently wrapped its season after performing free public performances at several sites in Central Missouri.
June 10, 2022
Former UCM President Patton Co-authors "Keys to Healthy Communication" Providing Practical Guidance for Applying Authenticity, Empathy, Empowerment
A former University of Central Missouri president has collaborated with two other researchers and writers on a new book with information they hope readers will take to heart. Their timely new publication, “Keys to Healthy Communication: Authenticity, Empathy and Empowerment,” provides a literary tool-kit that applies to personal, interpersonal, business and political situations, while offering practical guidance for the effective use of three essential communication concepts that could help people transform their lives.
June 10, 2022
Davis, Basinger Receive Accolades During Staff Appreciation Breakfast
During an annual awards breakfast hosted by the University of Central Missouri Staff Council, two individuals who have made a positive impact on the institution were recognized for their outstanding contributions. Charissa Davis, assistant director of financial aid, was honored as the 2022 recipient of J.P. Mees Outstanding Professional Staff Award and Gwena Basinger, administrative assistant to the dean in the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies, was presented the Outstanding Staff Award.
June 06, 2022
Free Family Event and TV Series Preview Screening Hosted by KMOS PBS and Runge Conservation Nature Center June 23
KMOS PBS and the Runge Conservation Nature Center have partnered to present KMOS PBS Adventure Day beginning at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 23. This free public event, sponsored in part by Hitachi Energy of Jefferson City, will take place at the Runge Nature Center in Jefferson City.
June 03, 2022
Pearce Appointed to Midwestern Higher Education Compact
David Pearce, executive director for governmental relations at the University of Central Missouri, has an opportunity to impact higher education throughout the state with his recent appointment to the Midwestern Higher Education Compact (MHEC).
June 03, 2022
Missouri Innovation Campus Program Celebrates 10 Years of Accelerating Degree Completion
The Missouri Innovation Campus program is celebrating the completion of its 10th year this spring. The program’s seventh cohort (2018-22) recently finished their final year with each member receiving a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Missouri on May 6.
June 02, 2022
"Alice in Wonderland" CMR Touring Play Comes to UCM Sunday, May 29
Looking for a fun, family opportunity this weekend? The University of Central Missouri’s James L. Highlander Theatre will provide a great setting when it hosts Central Missouri Repertory Theatre’s presentation of the touring play “Alice in Wonderland.” The play by Lewis Carroll and adapted by Kathryn Schultz is free and open to the public, and begins at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 29 at UCM.
May 27, 2022
UCM Theatre and Dance Presents Scholarships and Awards, Announces 2022-23 Performance Schedule
University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance recognized a number of its students and faculty through its annual awards and scholarship dinner during the spring semester on the stage at the James L. Highlander Theatre. UCM’s Theta Alpha Phi, National Theatre Honorary Fraternity hosted the banquet with nearly 90 faculty, students, and guests attending the event which took place for the first time since 2019, and featured the presentation of 46 scholarships worth $40,000 awarded.
May 26, 2022
Together Royal Blood Drive June 8 at UCM, Limited Edition T-shirts for Donors
The University of Central Missouri is providing an opportunity to help save more lives by hosting the Together Royal Blood Drive 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in the ballroom of the Elliott Student Union.
May 25, 2022
UCM Attains Candidacy for Accreditation by ACEND to Prepare Dietetics and Nutrition Professionals
With a nationwide transition soon to make a master’s degree from an accredited college or university the minimum education requirement to become a Registered Dietician Nutritionist (RDN), the University of Central Missouri is taking an important step to create a new pathway to ensure its students are prepared to meet this new standard.
May 24, 2022
Missouri Food Entrepreneur Network Meeting Hosted by UCM
While Missouri continues to be a significant contributor to efforts to help feed the world, a group of individuals who met on the University of Central Missouri campus are looking for ways to create new opportunities for the sale and production of the state’s agriculture products.
May 23, 2022
Massachusetts Educator Soon to Begin Duties as Harmon College Dean
Selected through a national search, Mark Suazo, Ph.D., a longtime college educator whose professional path also has included working as an engineer and as program manager for multimillion dollar projects, will put his experience to work as the new dean of the University of Central Missouri’s Adrian and Margaret Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies. He begins his service to UCM on July 11.
May 19, 2022
Ten Home Cooks Put Their Culinary Skills to the Test in 'The Great American Recipe'
“The Great American Recipe” is a competition that welcomes home chefs from across the nation as they showcase America’s diversity through regional cuisines. Airing 8-9 p.m. (CST) Fridays, beginning July 24 on KMOS PBS, the University of Central Missouri’s public television station, the show will be hosted by Alejandra Ramos.
June 21, 2022
University of Central Missouri Lee's Summit Campus Receives Chamber of Commerce Simply the Best Business of the Year Award
The University of Central Missouri Lee’s Summit campus received the Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce Simply the Best Business of the Year Award at a June 17 awards luncheon. UCM Lee’s Summit was recognized in the category for businesses with one to 20 employees.
June 20, 2022
Nursing School Chair Nic Webb Named to AASCU Emerging Leaders Program
Nic Webb, DNP, an associate professor and chair of the University of Central Missouri School of Nursing, has been named to a new cohort of higher education professionals across the nation who are participating in the 2022 Emerging Leaders Program (ELP). Webb, who travels to the nation’s capital June 15-17 to participate in the program, is one of 36 individuals who are part of this a premier leadership development initiative established by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU).
June 14, 2022
Central Missouri Repertory Receives Missouri Arts Council Grant
Central Missouri Repertory Theatre received a Missouri Arts Council Express Grant for its recent production of “Alice in Wonderland” by Lewis Carroll and adapted by Kathryn Schultz Miller. The annual children’s tour recently wrapped its season after performing free public performances at several sites in Central Missouri.
June 10, 2022
Former UCM President Patton Co-authors "Keys to Healthy Communication" Providing Practical Guidance for Applying Authenticity, Empathy, Empowerment
A former University of Central Missouri president has collaborated with two other researchers and writers on a new book with information they hope readers will take to heart. Their timely new publication, “Keys to Healthy Communication: Authenticity, Empathy and Empowerment,” provides a literary tool-kit that applies to personal, interpersonal, business and political situations, while offering practical guidance for the effective use of three essential communication concepts that could help people transform their lives.
June 10, 2022
Davis, Basinger Receive Accolades During Staff Appreciation Breakfast
During an annual awards breakfast hosted by the University of Central Missouri Staff Council, two individuals who have made a positive impact on the institution were recognized for their outstanding contributions. Charissa Davis, assistant director of financial aid, was honored as the 2022 recipient of J.P. Mees Outstanding Professional Staff Award and Gwena Basinger, administrative assistant to the dean in the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies, was presented the Outstanding Staff Award.
June 06, 2022
Free Family Event and TV Series Preview Screening Hosted by KMOS PBS and Runge Conservation Nature Center June 23
KMOS PBS and the Runge Conservation Nature Center have partnered to present KMOS PBS Adventure Day beginning at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 23. This free public event, sponsored in part by Hitachi Energy of Jefferson City, will take place at the Runge Nature Center in Jefferson City.
June 03, 2022
Pearce Appointed to Midwestern Higher Education Compact
David Pearce, executive director for governmental relations at the University of Central Missouri, has an opportunity to impact higher education throughout the state with his recent appointment to the Midwestern Higher Education Compact (MHEC).
June 03, 2022
Missouri Innovation Campus Program Celebrates 10 Years of Accelerating Degree Completion
The Missouri Innovation Campus program is celebrating the completion of its 10th year this spring. The program’s seventh cohort (2018-22) recently finished their final year with each member receiving a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Missouri on May 6.
June 02, 2022
"Alice in Wonderland" CMR Touring Play Comes to UCM Sunday, May 29
Looking for a fun, family opportunity this weekend? The University of Central Missouri’s James L. Highlander Theatre will provide a great setting when it hosts Central Missouri Repertory Theatre’s presentation of the touring play “Alice in Wonderland.” The play by Lewis Carroll and adapted by Kathryn Schultz is free and open to the public, and begins at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 29 at UCM.
May 27, 2022
UCM Theatre and Dance Presents Scholarships and Awards, Announces 2022-23 Performance Schedule
University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance recognized a number of its students and faculty through its annual awards and scholarship dinner during the spring semester on the stage at the James L. Highlander Theatre. UCM’s Theta Alpha Phi, National Theatre Honorary Fraternity hosted the banquet with nearly 90 faculty, students, and guests attending the event which took place for the first time since 2019, and featured the presentation of 46 scholarships worth $40,000 awarded.
May 26, 2022
Together Royal Blood Drive June 8 at UCM, Limited Edition T-shirts for Donors
The University of Central Missouri is providing an opportunity to help save more lives by hosting the Together Royal Blood Drive 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in the ballroom of the Elliott Student Union.
May 25, 2022
UCM Attains Candidacy for Accreditation by ACEND to Prepare Dietetics and Nutrition Professionals
With a nationwide transition soon to make a master’s degree from an accredited college or university the minimum education requirement to become a Registered Dietician Nutritionist (RDN), the University of Central Missouri is taking an important step to create a new pathway to ensure its students are prepared to meet this new standard.
May 24, 2022
Missouri Food Entrepreneur Network Meeting Hosted by UCM
While Missouri continues to be a significant contributor to efforts to help feed the world, a group of individuals who met on the University of Central Missouri campus are looking for ways to create new opportunities for the sale and production of the state’s agriculture products.
May 23, 2022
Massachusetts Educator Soon to Begin Duties as Harmon College Dean
Selected through a national search, Mark Suazo, Ph.D., a longtime college educator whose professional path also has included working as an engineer and as program manager for multimillion dollar projects, will put his experience to work as the new dean of the University of Central Missouri’s Adrian and Margaret Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies. He begins his service to UCM on July 11.
May 19, 2022
