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University News, events, ucm150

"We Are UCM: 150 Years of Service" Celebrates Rich Tradition, Raises Funds, Food Donations to Help Others

“We Are UCM: 150 Years of Service” not only recognized the University of Central Missouri’s long standing tradition of service to others, but it also led to $880 in monetary donations to help Warrensburg Big Brothers Big Sisters and generated 4,000 pounds of food for the Campus Cupboard and the Warrensburg Food Pantry.

February 17, 2021
Sucia
Department of Theatre and Dance, University News, events

UCM Theatre and Dance Presents Free Virtual Production of "Sucia: A Cinderella Story for the Real World" by Nicole Jost

University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance will present a free virtual production of the play “Sucia: A Cinderella Story for the Real World ” by Nicole Jost. The production will be available to view live online on the UCM Theatre and Dance YouTube channel at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb.19 and Saturday, Feb. 20. The play is recommended for all audiences and virtual doors open at 7:15 p.m.

February 17, 2021
Chadwick Boseman
UCM-LS, University News

UCM to Offer Online Course Exploring African American History Through Legacy of Chadwick Boseman

The University of Central Missouri will present Hidden Histories, a class designed for high-school students, March 8 through May 7. The online course will dive into African American history by exploring the legacy of the late actor Chadwick Boseman.

February 16, 2021
UCM Automotive Technology Class
University News

Automotive Technology Management Program Gears Students Toward Success

For more than 50 years, the University of Central Missouri has offered the Automotive Technology Management program. The program, geared to passionate and hardworking hands-on learners looking for corporate automotive careers, sets a standard for higher education in the automotive field.

February 11, 2021
Odin Jurkowski, Ed.D
facstaff, University News

Jurkowski Appointed to Commission on English Language Program Accreditation

In addition to serving the University of Central Missouri, Odin Jurkowski, Ed.D., professor and director of Graduate Education and Research, is taking on new responsibilities that have national and international implications as a member of the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation. Jurkowski was recently appointed to a three-year term on the Commission.

February 08, 2021
UCM Theatre and Dance 2021
Department of Theatre and Dance, University News, events

UCM Theatre and Dance Announces Spring 2021 Mainstage Season

University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance will present its Spring 2021 Mainstage season, consisting of “Sucia,” “In the End,” the UCM Theatre and Dance New Play Series, and “Spotlight.”

February 08, 2021
Black Box Season 2021
Department of Theatre and Dance, University News, events

UCM Richard Herman Black Box Theatre Program Announces Leadership Team and Spring 2021 Season

The University of Central Missouri’s Richard Herman Black Box Theatre Program, in conjunction with UCM Theatre and Dance, announces the spring 2021 season program lineup along with the leadership team.

February 03, 2021
KCACTF Region 5 Festival
awards, University News, Department of Theatre and Dance

UCM Theatre and Dance Receives Awards at 2021 Region V Kennedy Center American Theatre Festival

Theatre and Dance faculty and staff members at the University of Central Missouri attended the virtual Region V Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Jan. 16-23, and were recognized for excellence in multiple areas.

February 03, 2021
Normal School Main Building
UCM 150, events, University News

'We Are UCM: 150 Years of Education for Service' Celebration Begins in February

From recognition at the Missouri State Capitol and the “We are UCM: 150 Years of Education for Service” celebration to a graduate student research competition and volunteer service projects, the University of Central Missouri officially kicks off its sesquicentennial this month.

February 01, 2021
KMOS Classroom Taping
college of education, University News, KMOS-TV, awards

UCM College of Education Receives Public Media Awards for 'KMOS Classroom: Summer School'

The University of Central Missouri College of Education and UCM’s public television station KMOS-TV were honored by public media professionals with two awards for the creation and broadcast of 72 lessons designed to help families in preparing their elementary school children for the fall 2020 semester, and to make up for the school closures last spring.

January 28, 2021
KDP Campus Cupboard Donation
Campus Cupboard, University News, MuleStrong

Kappa Delta Pi T-shirt Sales Provide Funds for Campus Cupboard

Responding to a need in the University of Central Missouri community, members of Kappa Delta Pi education honor society recently provided a $300 donation to the Campus Cupboard to purchase food items for UCM students and employees who face financial hardships.

January 27, 2021
Brett Greufe
awards, University News

UCM Criminal Justice Student Recognized in Regional Poster Competition

In an event that showcases quality student research, Brett Greufe, a University of Central Missouri junior criminal justice major from Pleasant Hill, Missouri, was recently awarded second place in the upper division for a virtual poster he created in competition with students from five universities.

January 26, 2021
UCM ROTC Patch
University News, awards, milvet, rotc

UCM ROTC Earns Three Top-three Regional Awards

A focus on excellence has contributed to a successful Army ROTC program at the University of Central Missouri, recently evident by the Fighting Mules Battalion earning top-three honors in three award categories among battalions across a nine-state region.

January 25, 2021
Professional Clothing Studio
career services, University News

Professional Clothing Studio Helps UCM Students Dress for Success

Helping students to look their best in a highly competitive job market, the University of Central Missouri Career Services Center has announced the opening of the Professional Clothing Studio, a free service that provides UCM students the opportunity to select professional and business casual clothing appropriate for job fairs, interviews, internships, networking, and class presentations.

January 21, 2021
American Portrait on PBS
KMOS-TV, University News

KMOS-TV to Air Locally Produced Special Highlighting Life in America and Central Missouri

At 9 p.m. CST Jan. 26, KMOS-TV, in cooperation with PBS, will premiere “The Story of Us: A KMOS American Portrait Special.” This half-hour documentary special will showcase inspiring stories about individuals living with disabilities from across central Missouri as part of the national crowdsourced storytelling project PBS American Portrait, the signature content initiative of PBS’s 50th anniversary.

January 15, 2021
Dr. Best Instagram Story
ucmblog

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
Handshake
ucmblog

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
UCM Mule Statue
ucmblog

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
Chris Lang
ucmblog

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
New Year's Resolutions
ucmblog

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
Winter Break
ucmblog

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

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