At the University of Central Missouri, we believe in the power of stories to inform, inspire and connect. The UCM News Bureau serves as the university's central source for official news, announcements and feature stories that highlight the achievements, events and initiatives shaping our campus community.
Our team provides timely, accurate and engaging content that reflects the university's commitment to academic excellence, student success and community engagement. Whether you're a student, faculty or staff member, alumnus, journalist or visitor, we invite you to explore our latest updates and discover the many ways UCM is redefining what's possible locally, nationally and globally.
U.S. News and World Report has included the University of Central Missouri (UCM) among its top-ranked universities in several categories for 2026.
September 23, 2025
Students in the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Theatre and Dance and Division of Music are headed back to middle school as they present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” on Oct. 2-5 in the Elliott Student Union Auditorium.
September 22, 2025
The University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) annual Family Weekend festivities will include a performance from pop rock band Plain White T’s on Saturday, Sept. 27, at Selmo Park.
September 17, 2025
U.S. News and World Report has included the University of Central Missouri (UCM) among its top-ranked universities in several categories for 2026.
September 23, 2025
Students in the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Theatre and Dance and Division of Music are headed back to middle school as they present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” on Oct. 2-5 in the Elliott Student Union Auditorium.
September 22, 2025
The University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) annual Family Weekend festivities will include a performance from pop rock band Plain White T’s on Saturday, Sept. 27, at Selmo Park.
September 17, 2025
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