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Duncans Make It Count in Son's Honor by Helping UCM Veterans
Dale and Megan Duncan recently presented a $7,500 gift to UCM from the Spencer C. Duncan Make It Count Foundation. The Duncans stopped by the Military and Veterans Success Center in early December to present the check to UCM President Roger Best, with members of Military and Veteran Services and the UCM Alumni Foundation also in attendance.
December 13, 2019
UCM Ready for Commencement Weekend Dec. 13-14
An exciting time in the lives of hundreds of students who are preparing for professional careers, the University of Central Missouri will conduct its fall 2018 Commencement exercises Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13-14 at the Multipurpose Building.
December 09, 2019
MOU Signing Publicly Announces UCM-SFCC's Partnership to Provide Part-time Police Academy for Training in the Sedalia Region
Touting the value of a partnership that provides much-needed training for local law enforcement personnel, top leaders at the University of Central Missouri and State Fair Community College on Dec. 5 ceremonially signed a Memorandum of Understanding launching a new part-time police academy in Sedalia. The academy is already drawing interest from individuals beyond Pettis County.
December 06, 2019
Freedom Scholarships, Service Awards Part of 2020 MLK Celebration at UCM
With the theme, “From Dream to Reality: the March Continues,” the University of Central Missouri will celebrate the work and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a series of events planned for January 2020.
December 06, 2019
After Serving as Interim Dean, Sawyer Now Leads CAHSS in Permanent Role
As the University of Central Missouri strives to maintain strong programs in the liberal arts, it will receive leadership from Michael Sawyer, Ph.D., as the new dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.
December 05, 2019
Intelligent.com Rankings Include Three UCM Programs in Top 10
Demonstrating the University of Central Missouri’s commitment to quality academic programs, three UCM degrees were ranked among the top 10 in separate categories by Intelligent.com, a student-focused publication that recently released its list of the best programs for 2020.
December 03, 2019
STA Students Launch Crowdfunding Campaign to Help Fund International Partnership
The Summit Technology Academy and Kenyan students working together to resolve world challenges and provide real-world, sustainable solutions.
November 26, 2019
Buy Locally at UCM's Annual Holiday Market Dec. 4
Looking for a great holiday gift ideas? The University of Central Missouri’s annual Holiday Market offers plenty of opportunities to find one-of-a kind locally made gifts in a fun family setting. The event is set for 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4 in the Elliott Student Union, 511 S. Holden St., Warrensburg.
November 26, 2019
UCM Theatre and Dance Presents a Special Holiday Production of The Gift of the Magi
University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance will present a production of O. Henry’s The Gift of the Magi. The play is adapted by Jon Jory, and the production will run Dec. 5-8 in UCM’s James L. Highlander Theatre. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5- 7 and 2 p.m. Dec. 7-8.
November 22, 2019
Strong Corporate-Campus Relationship Leads to New Peer to Career Support Center at UCM
The positive relationships that Career Services staff have built with employers who visit campus not only leads to jobs and internships for students, but most recently resulted in a corporate gift making possible a new collaborative space to aid University of Central Missouri students in the career-building process.
November 21, 2019
Russellville, Ark. Educator Named Vice Provost for Academic Programs at UCM
Filling a position that is critical to student learning at the University of Central Missouri, Dr. Lisa Toms, Russellville, Arkansas, has been named vice provost for Academic Programs and Services. She begins her new responsibilities at UCM on Jan. 2, 2020.
November 21, 2019
Students Question About "Why Vote?' Leads to Research, Action
On their way to learning how to teach social studies to high school students, University of Central Missouri students this fall addressed the question “Why vote?” Their response led to a practical exercise in voter education and original research that may help increase other students’ participation in the voting process, particularly those who are far from home.
November 21, 2019
UCM Student Claims Gold Award at Annual State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition
Orlando Hatfield, a marketing student from the University of Central Missouri, claimed the Gold Award in the Customer Service Role Play category at the 2019 State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition Friday, Nov. 8 at UCM.
November 21, 2019
Community Businesses, Organizations Assist in Police Academy Scenario-Based Training
Individuals enrolled in an 840-hour training program at the Central Missouri Police Academy are finishing the program with a week of scenario-based testing out in the Warrensburg and Whiteman Air Force Base communities.
November 20, 2019
UCM Team's Finish Second in Federal Reserve Code-A-Thon Continues String of Top Three Successes
For the third consecutive year, a team from the University of Central Missouri placed in one of the top three positions at the annual Code-A-Thon hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City.
November 18, 2019
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
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
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
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
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
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