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Exhibition Commemorating 100th Year of Women's Right to Vote Now on Display at UCM
The University of Central Missouri History Program has announced a new popup exhibition through Sept. 27 at UCM from the National Archives. Titled “Rightfully Hers,” it commemorates the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment.
September 16, 2019
UCM Advances in U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings
U.S. News & World Report, one of the most widely known sources used by prospective students to find schools that match their educational needs and goals, today announced its 2020 Best Colleges rankings. It shows advancement for the University of Central Missouri in three categories in the Midwest region while also being listed as a “Top Performer” regionally in a new category on “social mobility.”
September 12, 2019
UCM Lee's Summit Announces Fall Workforce Development Upcoming Offerings
The University of Central Missouri’s Lee’s Summit campus recently announced its fall Workforce Development offerings for fall 2019. The schedule include certificate classes designed to help students launch a new career in as little as six weeks.
September 11, 2019
Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Leads to Lecture Opportunity in China for Professor Liu
An opportunity to share his expertise with students in a classroom across the globe, Li (Lee) Liu, a University of Central Missouri professor of geoscience, is spending the 2019-2020 academic year lecturing at Northeast Normal University in Changchun, Jilin province, China, as a participant in the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program.
September 09, 2019
Central Missouri Police Academy Incorporates Animal Shelter into Physical Training
In a community that embraces the time-honored relationship between dogs and humans, evidenced by the famous Old Drum statue on the courthouse front lawn, cadets at the Central Missouri Police Academy are taking that relationship one step further.
September 06, 2019
Career Services Center Announces Fall 2019 Special Events to Connect Students, Employers
The University of Central Missouri Career Services Center, which plans and organizes special events designed to connect students with employers, has announced its fall 2019 schedule.
September 05, 2019
UCM Remembers Fallen First Responders, Citizens During Patriot Day Observance Sept. 11
In remembrance of a total of 2,977 civilians and first responders who were killed during the terrorist attacks in New York City, Washington, D.C., and outside Shanksville, Pa., on Sept. 11, 2001, the University of Central Missouri will conduct its annual Patriot Day observance.
September 04, 2019
New Esports Team Offers Competitive Outlet for Students, Recruitment Opportunities
With dozens of students making inquiries long before an official announcement is made, the University of Central Missouri’s expects its plan to launch a new Esports team to be a big hit, providing both a competitive outlet for current students while also serving as a future recruitment tool.
August 30, 2019
MOU with Japanese University Paves Way for Study Abroad Programs on Campus, Beyond
A new memorandum of understanding (MOU) is paving the way for more students from Japan to come to UCM, while possibly opening doors for future study abroad opportunities for domestic students.
August 27, 2019
UCM President Best Presents State of University Address Aug. 29
Roger Best, president of the University of Central Missouri, will present the 2019 State of the University Address from 3:30-5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, in the James L. Highlander Theatre.
August 27, 2019
UCM, Lee's Summit School District Partner to Launch Avionics Program
With the help of industry experts and regional stakeholders, the University of Central Missouri-Lee’s Summit and the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District’s Summit Technology Academy are working together to launch a new avionics and unmanned aircraft systems (drones) career pathways program.
August 26, 2019
Major Gift Helps Meet Need for New Marching Mules Uniforms
The university wants to show its pride in this outstanding 200-member group through an investment in new band uniforms, an effort that received a financial boost recently through a $50,000 major gift from an anonymous donor along with additional university support.
August 22, 2019
UCM's Online CJ Degree Nationally Ranked 19th for Affordability
Students seeking a quality, affordable online bachelor’s degree in criminal justice can learn more about opportunities at the University of Central Missouri thanks to recent rankings by AffordableSchools.net. It places UCM as 19th among 35 Top Value Criminal Justice Studies Online Degree Programs (Bachelor’s) 2019.
August 22, 2019
Learn About Career Training, Scholarships at UCM - Lee's Summit Professional Training and Education Open House
Individuals interested in launching new high-demand careers are invited to learn about training and scholarship opportunities at an Aug. 27 professional training and education open house hosted by the University of Central Missouri in cooperation with the Full Employment Council.
August 19, 2019
UCM Lee's Summit Offering New Course for Human Resources Professionals Seeking PHR or SPHR Certification
The University of Central Missouri’s Lee’s Summit campus is offering a new prep course designed for human resources professionals preparing for the Professional in Human Resources/Senior Professional in Human Resources (PHR/SPHR) exams.
August 19, 2019
Exhibition Commemorating 100th Year of Women's Right to Vote Now on Display at UCM
The University of Central Missouri History Program has announced a new popup exhibition through Sept. 27 at UCM from the National Archives. Titled “Rightfully Hers,” it commemorates the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment.
September 16, 2019
UCM Advances in U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings
U.S. News & World Report, one of the most widely known sources used by prospective students to find schools that match their educational needs and goals, today announced its 2020 Best Colleges rankings. It shows advancement for the University of Central Missouri in three categories in the Midwest region while also being listed as a “Top Performer” regionally in a new category on “social mobility.”
September 12, 2019
UCM Lee's Summit Announces Fall Workforce Development Upcoming Offerings
The University of Central Missouri’s Lee’s Summit campus recently announced its fall Workforce Development offerings for fall 2019. The schedule include certificate classes designed to help students launch a new career in as little as six weeks.
September 11, 2019
Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Leads to Lecture Opportunity in China for Professor Liu
An opportunity to share his expertise with students in a classroom across the globe, Li (Lee) Liu, a University of Central Missouri professor of geoscience, is spending the 2019-2020 academic year lecturing at Northeast Normal University in Changchun, Jilin province, China, as a participant in the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program.
September 09, 2019
Central Missouri Police Academy Incorporates Animal Shelter into Physical Training
In a community that embraces the time-honored relationship between dogs and humans, evidenced by the famous Old Drum statue on the courthouse front lawn, cadets at the Central Missouri Police Academy are taking that relationship one step further.
September 06, 2019
Career Services Center Announces Fall 2019 Special Events to Connect Students, Employers
The University of Central Missouri Career Services Center, which plans and organizes special events designed to connect students with employers, has announced its fall 2019 schedule.
September 05, 2019
UCM Remembers Fallen First Responders, Citizens During Patriot Day Observance Sept. 11
In remembrance of a total of 2,977 civilians and first responders who were killed during the terrorist attacks in New York City, Washington, D.C., and outside Shanksville, Pa., on Sept. 11, 2001, the University of Central Missouri will conduct its annual Patriot Day observance.
September 04, 2019
New Esports Team Offers Competitive Outlet for Students, Recruitment Opportunities
With dozens of students making inquiries long before an official announcement is made, the University of Central Missouri’s expects its plan to launch a new Esports team to be a big hit, providing both a competitive outlet for current students while also serving as a future recruitment tool.
August 30, 2019
MOU with Japanese University Paves Way for Study Abroad Programs on Campus, Beyond
A new memorandum of understanding (MOU) is paving the way for more students from Japan to come to UCM, while possibly opening doors for future study abroad opportunities for domestic students.
August 27, 2019
UCM President Best Presents State of University Address Aug. 29
Roger Best, president of the University of Central Missouri, will present the 2019 State of the University Address from 3:30-5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, in the James L. Highlander Theatre.
August 27, 2019
UCM, Lee's Summit School District Partner to Launch Avionics Program
With the help of industry experts and regional stakeholders, the University of Central Missouri-Lee’s Summit and the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District’s Summit Technology Academy are working together to launch a new avionics and unmanned aircraft systems (drones) career pathways program.
August 26, 2019
Major Gift Helps Meet Need for New Marching Mules Uniforms
The university wants to show its pride in this outstanding 200-member group through an investment in new band uniforms, an effort that received a financial boost recently through a $50,000 major gift from an anonymous donor along with additional university support.
August 22, 2019
UCM's Online CJ Degree Nationally Ranked 19th for Affordability
Students seeking a quality, affordable online bachelor’s degree in criminal justice can learn more about opportunities at the University of Central Missouri thanks to recent rankings by AffordableSchools.net. It places UCM as 19th among 35 Top Value Criminal Justice Studies Online Degree Programs (Bachelor’s) 2019.
August 22, 2019
Learn About Career Training, Scholarships at UCM - Lee's Summit Professional Training and Education Open House
Individuals interested in launching new high-demand careers are invited to learn about training and scholarship opportunities at an Aug. 27 professional training and education open house hosted by the University of Central Missouri in cooperation with the Full Employment Council.
August 19, 2019
UCM Lee's Summit Offering New Course for Human Resources Professionals Seeking PHR or SPHR Certification
The University of Central Missouri’s Lee’s Summit campus is offering a new prep course designed for human resources professionals preparing for the Professional in Human Resources/Senior Professional in Human Resources (PHR/SPHR) exams.
August 19, 2019
