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CIS Graduate Student Finds Personal, Professional Growth at UCM
While at the University of Central Missouri (UCM), graduate student Andrew Eyo has found a balance between working hard in the classroom and having fun with friends on campus.
May 08, 2025
Leadership Roles and Faculty Support Help UCM Senior Earn Criminal Justice Degree
After capping off her senior year with a national championship win, Criminal Justice and Criminology major Lauren Gruber is heading into her next chapter with plenty of confidence, skills and accolades.
May 07, 2025
UCM Chemistry Seniors Pursue Degree Dreams Through Research, Involvement & Hard Work
They may not have started as Chemistry majors when enrolling at the University of Central Missouri (UCM), but seniors Reagan Shippy and Paige Schneller will be headed to doctoral programs after walking across the commencement stage this spring.
May 06, 2025
UCM Workforce Program Honors Graduates Who Balanced Careers, Family and Ambition
The University of Central Missouri is celebrating the achievements of more than 80 students who completed professional certificate programs through the university’s Workforce and Professional Education division this spring. The programs, which include in-demand fields such as medical billing, sterile processing and clinical medical assistant, are conducted at the Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee’s Summit, Mo.
May 05, 2025
UCM's Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies Celebrates 30 Years of Excellence
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) celebrated a significant milestone Friday, May 2 as students, faculty, alumni and longtime friends gathered in the Ward Edwards Building atrium on the Warrensburg campus to commemorate 30 years of excellence at the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies.
May 05, 2025
Still Learning, Still Leading: A Veteran Educator's Journey to a Master's Degree at UCM
Meet Debra “Deb” Demel — a veteran secondary school educator with over 30 years of classroom experience, and now a proud member of UCM’s Class of 2025. At an age when many are thinking about retirement, Deb is earning her master’s degree in Human Development and Family Science — not for a promotion or a title, but for the joy of learning and the example it sets for her students. “I’ve always wanted to get my master’s,” she said. “It wasn’t about anyone else — it was unfinished business.”
May 05, 2025
UCM Board of Governors Reviews Budget, Capital Projects and Global Student Engagement at April Meeting
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Board of Governors convened for its regular meeting April 24 to take action on budget priorities, capital improvements and student-centered initiatives that reinforce the university’s mission of academic excellence and global citizenship.
May 02, 2025
Three Honored with 2025 UCM Education for Service Awards
Three members of the University of Central Missouri (UCM) community who exemplify the university’s values have been recognized with the 2025 Education for Service awards.
May 02, 2025
UCM to Celebrate 2025 Spring Commencement May 9-10
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) will welcome thousands of visitors as it hosts the 2025 Spring Commencement exercises Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10 in the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center.
May 01, 2025
UCM Department of English Dedicates Reading Room in Honor of Professor Emeritus Crump
During a reception filled with fond memories and humorous stories, the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Department of English dedicated the G.B. Crump Reading Room on April 23.
April 30, 2025
New on Central Speaks: Dr. Dawn Pauling on Plague, Prairie Dogs and the Power of Curiosity
On the latest episode of Central Speaks, we sit down with Dr. Dawn Pauling, associate instructor of biology at UCM, whose career has taken her from tracking wildlife in the wilds of Alaska to researching one of the most misunderstood diseases in history—the plague.
April 29, 2025
UCM, Moberly Area Community College Sign Direct Connect Transfer Agreement
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) and Moberly Area Community College (MACC) formalized a new partnership April 21, 2025, signing a memorandum of understanding at MACC’s Columbia campus that launches the MACC+UCM Direct Connect transfer program. The agreement creates a streamlined and cost-effective pathway for MACC students to complete an associate degree while concurrently working toward a bachelor’s degree at UCM.
April 29, 2025
Tye Honored With Governor's Award for Excellence in Education at UCM
Recognized for her impact on future educators, Natalie Tye, Ph.D., is the recipient of the 2025 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education at the University of Central Missouri (UCM).
April 28, 2025
Blue Springs Student Named UCM 2024-25 Student Employee of the Year
A Blue Springs, Missouri, student was named the 2024-25 Student Employee of the Year at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) during a reception hosted by the Office of Human Resources on April 16.
April 28, 2025
Byler Faculty Award Recognizes Professor Yao's Commitment to Education
Recognized for his dedication as a leader, collaborator and educator, Yuankun Yao, Ph.D., is the recipient of the 2025 Byler Distinguished Faculty Award at the University of Central Missouri (UCM).
April 25, 2025
Hands-on Experience at UCM's Mixed Reality Studio Helps Recent Graduate Sean Martin in His Career Search
Joining the University of Central Missouri’s Mixed Reality Software Development Team greatly benefited recent UCM graduate Sean Martin as he launches his new career in computer science. Martin earned a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity and a bachelor’s in computer science software development, graduating cum laude in May 2022.
October 17, 2022
Student Spotlight: Jo Riese Returns to UCM After Nearly 20 Years Away from College to Graduate With Honors
In May 2021, she received her bachelor’s degree in modern languages and culture - French. In addition, Riese’s oldest daughter graduated from UCM in 2015 with her youngest currently enrolled.
April 06, 2022
Rick Smetana Praises UCM for Valuable Degree Programs, Quality Instructors and Opportunities for Involvement
More than 20 years ago, Rick Smetana made the decision to check out the University of Central Missouri after a teacher in his Chicago suburb high school spoke highly of the school. Since then, Smetana has received four degrees from UCM, including several earned during his 24 years as a full-time university employee.
February 14, 2022
Quality Coursework Meets Hands-on Experiences Through Paid Internships for Missouri Innovation Campus Program Student
Thanks to a groundbreaking program from the University of Central Missouri, Madison Canton is poised to earn her bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity in May 2022, just two years after her graduation from Blue Springs High School, while also working toward a spring 2023 master’s degree graduation.
November 23, 2021
Learn How the Missouri Innovation Campus Program Led These Grads to Careers at a Top Engineering Firm
Jatyra Harris and Chris Donnici, University of Central Missouri 2018 graduates, credit UCM’s Missouri Innovation Campus program with helping them launch a successful career at Burns & McDonnell just two years after graduating from high school.
October 25, 2021
FAME: Tailoring the Next Generation of Fashion and Apparel Professionals
Throughout their University of Central Missouri experience, students seek not only an education but an academic area where high-caliber faculty members will engage them in meaningful hands-on experiences that will better prepare them for successful careers. For many students, the Fashion and Apparel Merchandising major, as a part of the School of Technology, provides such an opportunity.
June 21, 2021
UCM Student Spotlight: Jacob Danley Earns Cybersecurity Degree and Begins New Job Just Two Years After High School Graduation
Within the space of a few weeks, Jacob Danley earned a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity from UCM and started a full-time job at Burns & McDonnell, both at age 20.
June 15, 2021
How to Earn Your Degree Without Breaking the Bank
The cost of tuition can be a major source of stress for many students looking to enter college. However, don’t be discouraged! There are many ways to keep college affordable.
December 07, 2020
Celebrate UCM's Campus Community Highlights of the '19-20 Academic Year [VIDEO]
Take a look back at the wide variety of awards, accolades and achievements UCM celebrated in 2019-2020.
August 31, 2020
UCM Professor Helps Student Realize Dream: Pandemic Can't Stop Love
While teaching subjects such as organic chemistry may be his profession, Jay Steinkruger recently demonstrated chemistry of a different kind while making a University of Central Missouri student’s wedding dream come true at a very challenging time.
June 10, 2020
6 Reasons You Should Transfer to UCM
At UCM, we make transferring easy, and ensure you’ll find opportunities for success. In fact, 95% of UCM graduates launch their careers or continue their education within six months of graduation. Need more reasons? Here’s what you can look forward to when you choose UCM:
June 01, 2020
UCM Students Travel Virtually Amidst Coronavirus Pandemic
In a time where universities are closed, classes are online and study trips are canceled, Tricia Hansen-Horn, UCM professor and program coordinator of public relations, has found a way to help her students travel – virtually.
May 29, 2020
Get Connected: 10 Nationally Ranked Online Programs at UCM
With 22 programs, 10 certificate programs and hundreds of courses available online, UCM offers a wide variety of opportunities to pursue online learning. Here are a few of our online programs that have been recognized as some of the best in the country.
May 04, 2020
Learn How to Fold Your Own Origami Mule
Impress your friends by folding up your own bit of UCM pride. This origami mule makes a great desktop companion and takes less than five minutes to put together!
April 27, 2020
Get Creative with These Advanced UCM-Themed Coloring Activities
We hope you’re stocked up on art supplies: these UCM-themed coloring activities are highly detailed and designed to inspire the creativity of our most artistic Mules and Jennies!
April 14, 2020