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.
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) has earned the 2026-27 Military Friendly® School designation as well as recognition as a Military Spouse Friendly School.
March 26, 2026
Military Times has named the University of Central Missouri as one of the top 15 institutions in the nation for veterans on its 2024 Best for Vets: Colleges list.
November 06, 2024
Motorists and pedestrians who journey to downtown Lee’s Summit, Missouri, in September may notice a banner featuring a University of Central Missouri student who is being recognized as a “Hometown Hero.”
September 21, 2023
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) has earned the 2026-27 Military Friendly® School designation as well as recognition as a Military Spouse Friendly School.
March 26, 2026
Military Times has named the University of Central Missouri as one of the top 15 institutions in the nation for veterans on its 2024 Best for Vets: Colleges list.
November 06, 2024
Motorists and pedestrians who journey to downtown Lee’s Summit, Missouri, in September may notice a banner featuring a University of Central Missouri student who is being recognized as a “Hometown Hero.”
September 21, 2023
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Main Areas: Missouri Legislative Session, Employment Opportunities in Politics and Government for College Students, Current Events and Their Political Implications
660-543-4365
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Main Areas: Wildlife Disease, Vector-Borne Pathogens, Plague Sylvatic Cycle, Microbial Genetics, Microbial Ecology
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Main Areas: Entomology, Butterfly Conservation, Pollination
660-543-8880
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UCM's Integrated Marketing and Communications (IMC) staff is available to answer media questions, present an overview of our campus community, identify subject-matter experts in our faculty, provide photos/video footage and work with you on articles related to higher education.
