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src="/news/bog-fashion.jpeg" alt="UCM fashion and apparel students." /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a>, <a href='?tags=Fashion%20and%20Apparel%20Merchandising'>Fashion and Apparel Merchandising</a>, <a href='?tags=UCM%20Board%20of%20Governors'>UCM Board of Governors</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/01-5-25-bog-january.php">UCM Board of Governors Meets to Approve Key Initiatives and Recognitions</a> </h3> <p>The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Board of Governors convened for its meeting on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, in Warrensburg, addressing several key topics related to academic programs, campus management systems and institutional recognitions. </p> <strong>February 05, 2025</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/highlander-theatre-fall-2024.jpg" alt="Highlander Theatre" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a>, <a href='?tags=Division%20of%20Theatre%20and%20Dance'>Division of Theatre and Dance</a>, <a href='?tags=awards'>awards</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2025-02-03-theatre-recognition-kcactf.php">UCM Theatre & Dance Receives Recognition at Region V Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival</a> </h3> <p>UCM Theatre and Dance students and faculty attended the Region V Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) Jan. 19-25 in Des Moines, Iowa. </p> <strong>February 03, 2025</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/music-banner.jpeg" alt="Division of Music" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=Division%20of%20Music'>Division of Music</a>, <a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2025-01-31-spring-music-events.php">President's Gala Headlines UCM Music's Spring 2025 Season</a> </h3> <p>The Division of Music at the UCM School of Visual and Performing Arts announces upcoming events for the Spring 2025 season. </p> <strong>January 31, 2025</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/michelle-taylor-speaker.jpg" alt="Michelle Taylor" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=Distinguished%20Speaker%20Series'>Distinguished Speaker Series</a>, <a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2025-01-27-michelle-taylor-speaker.php">Educator, Writer Michelle Taylor to Speak About Building Community on Feb. 12 at UCM</a> </h3> <p>Michelle Taylor, Ph.D., an educator, writer, public speaker, community activist and social worker, will speak about building community at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12 at UCM.</p> <strong>January 27, 2025</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div 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href='?tags=Division%20of%20Theatre%20and%20Dance'>Division of Theatre and Dance</a>, <a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2025-01-22-theatre-spring-one-acts.php">UCM Theatre and Dance to Present Student-Directed One-Act Plays</a> </h3> <p>Enjoy an evening of entertainment as UCM Theatre and Dance presents “Love (Im)Perfectly,” featuring four student-directed one-act plays. </p> <strong>January 22, 2025</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/mlk-community-service-awards.jpg" alt="MLK Community Service Awards luncheon" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=Center%20for%20Multiculturalism%20and%20Inclusivity'>Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity</a>, <a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2025-01-17-mlk-celebration-events.php">UCM to Honor MLK's Legacy with Freedom Scholarships, Day of Service</a> </h3> <p>Numerous activities are planned in January to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as part of UCM's 2025 MLK Celebration, with the theme “Living the Dream: Bringing Unity to the Community.”</p> <strong>January 17, 2025</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/jan-2025-campus-snow.jpg" alt="Snow covers Administration Building" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2025-01-14-weather-procedures-reminder.php">UCM Offers Reminder About Winter Weather Procedures</a> </h3> <p>As we enter a season when weather can change quickly in our region, we want to remind everyone—especially new students on campus—of our procedures designed to help you avoid hazardous conditions. </p> <strong>January 14, 2025</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum 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class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=UCM%20Athletics'>UCM Athletics</a>, <a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a>, <a href='?tags=Mules%20Football'>Mules Football</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2024-12-20-zebrowski-harlon-hill.php">Back-to-Back: Zach Zebrowski Wins Second Consecutive Harlon Hill Trophy</a> </h3> <p>For the second straight season, University of Central Missouri Mules football quarterback Zach Zebrowski has won the Harlon Hill Trophy for the NCAA Division II Football Player of the Year, the Great American Conference and Little Rock Touchdown Club announced Friday morning, Dec. 20.</p> <strong>December 20, 2024</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/admin-building-students-2024.jpg" alt="UCM campus with students." /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a>, <a href='?tags=bond%20rating'>bond rating</a>, <a href='?tags=UCM%20achievement'>UCM achievement</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2024-12-16-bond-rating.php">S&P Global Ratings Assign UCM 'A+' Long-term Rating for Seventh Year</a> </h3> <p>The University of Central Missouri has received a long-term rating of “A+” by Standard & Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings for the seventh consecutive year. </p> <strong>December 16, 2024</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/university-news/ucm-quadrangle-web.jpg" alt="UCM quadrangle." /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a>, <a href='?tags=Board%20of%20Governors'>Board of Governors</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2024-12-16-bog.php">University of Central Missouri Board of Governors Convenes for Final 2024 Session</a> </h3> <p>The University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) Board of Governors convened on Dec. 13, 2024, at the main campus in Warrensburg, approving initiatives to enhance academic programs, align with industry standards, and recognize the contributions of distinguished faculty and staff. </p> <strong>December 16, 2024</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/pertle-springs-2.jpg" alt="Pertle Springs Lake" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=Pertle%20Springs'>Pertle Springs</a>, <a href='?tags=Facilties%20Planning%20and%20Maintenance'>Facilties Planning and Maintenance</a>, <a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2024-12-13-pertle-closure.php">University of Central Missouri Announces Temporary Closure of Pertle Springs Lake for Critical Maintenance</a> </h3> <p>The UCM Facilities, Planning and Operations department announces the temporary closure of Pertle Springs Lake starting Monday, Dec. 16. This closure is necessary to complete essential maintenance on the dam outflow, which requires immediate replacement to ensure the long-term stability of the lake and surrounding areas. </p> <strong>December 13, 2024</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/fall-commencement.jpg" alt="UCM diploma at commencement" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=Fall%20Commencement'>Fall Commencement</a>, <a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2024-12-6-fall-commencement.php">UCM to Celebrate 2024 Fall Commencement Dec. 13-14</a> </h3> <p>The University of Central Missouri will welcome thousands of visitors as it hosts the 2024 Fall Commencement exercises Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14 in the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center.</p> <strong>December 06, 2024</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/jefferson-college-direct-connect.jpg" alt="UCM President Roger Best and JC President Dena McCaffery" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a>, <a href='?tags=Direct%20Connect'>Direct Connect</a>, <a href='?tags=Jefferson%20College'>Jefferson College</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/2024-12-5-jefferson-college-direct-connect.php">Direct Connect Provides Seamless, Affordable Pathway to Degrees at UCM and Jefferson College</a> </h3> <p>The University of Central Missouri and Jefferson College have partnered to provide students with a seamless, affordable pathway from an associate degree to a bachelor’s degree.</p> <strong>December 05, 2024</strong> </div> </div> <nav class="pagination"><ul><li><a href="?page=1" class="active">1</a></li><li><a href="?page=2"class="pagelink">2</a></li><li><a href="?page=3"class="pagelink">3</a></li><li><a href="?page=4" class="pagelink">...</a></li><li><a href="?page=97" class="pagelink">97</a></li></ul></nav></div> </div> </div> <div role="tabpanel" class="tab-pane" id="tab-d15e132"> <div class="news-overview-newest"> <div id="blog-posts"> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/ucm-blog/posts/images/sean-martin-web.jpg" alt="Sean Martin" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=UCM-LS'>UCM-LS</a>, <a href='?tags=student%20success'>student success</a>, <a href='?tags=MIC'>MIC</a>, <a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/university-news/posts/2022-10-17-hands-on-experience-at-ucms-mixed-reality-studio-helps-recent-graduate-sean-martin-in-his-career-search.php">Hands-on Experience at UCM's Mixed Reality Studio Helps Recent Graduate Sean Martin in His Career Search</a> </h3> <p>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.</p> <strong>October 17, 2022</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/ucm-blog/posts/images/jo-riese-web.jpg" alt="Jo Riese" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=UCM-LS'>UCM-LS</a>, <a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a>, <a href='?tags=student%20success'>student success</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/ucm-blog/posts/2022-04-06-non-traditional-student-jo-riese-returns-to-ucm-after-nearly-20-years-away-from-college-to-graduate-with-honors.php">Student Spotlight: Jo Riese Returns to UCM After Nearly 20 Years Away from College to Graduate With Honors</a> </h3> <p>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.</p> <strong>April 06, 2022</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/ucm-blog/posts/images/rick-semanta-web.jpg" alt="Rick Semanta" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=facstaff'>facstaff</a>, <a href='?tags=MIC'>MIC</a>, <a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a>, <a href='?tags=UCM-LS'>UCM-LS</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/ucm-blog/posts/2022-02-14-rick-smetana-praises-ucm-for-valuable-degree-programs-quality-instructors-and-opportunities-for-involvement.php">Rick Smetana Praises UCM for Valuable Degree Programs, Quality Instructors and Opportunities for Involvement</a> </h3> <p>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.</p> <strong>February 14, 2022</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/ucm-blog/posts/images/madison-canton-web.jpg" alt="Madison Canton" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=UCM-LS'>UCM-LS</a>, <a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a>, <a href='?tags=MIC'>MIC</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/ucm-blog/posts/2021-11-23-quality-coursework-meets-hands-on-experiences-through-missouri-innovation-campus-program.php">Quality Coursework Meets Hands-on Experiences Through Paid Internships for Missouri Innovation Campus Program Student</a> </h3> <p>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.</p> <strong>November 23, 2021</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/ucm-blog/posts/images/mic-grads-donnici-harris.jpg" alt="Chris Donnici and Jatyra Harris" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=MIC'>MIC</a>, <a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a>, <a href='?tags=UCM-LS'>UCM-LS</a>, <a href='?tags=student%20success'>student success</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/ucm-blog/posts/2021-10-25-learn-how-the-missouri-innovation-campus-program-led-these-grads-to-careers-at-a-top-engineering-firm.php">Learn How the Missouri Innovation Campus Program Led These Grads to Careers at a Top Engineering Firm</a> </h3> <p>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.</p> <strong>October 25, 2021</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/university-news/posts/images/fashion-merch-class.jpg" alt="Fashion and Apparel Merchandising" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a>, <a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a>, <a href='?tags=student%20success'>student success</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/university-news/posts/2021-06-21-fame-tailoring-the-next-generation-of-fashion-and-apparel-professionals.php">FAME: Tailoring the Next Generation of Fashion and Apparel Professionals</a> </h3> <p>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.</p> <strong>June 21, 2021</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/ucm-blog/posts/images/jacob-danley.jpg" alt="UCM Student Jacob Danley" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a>, <a href='?tags=MIC'>MIC</a>, <a href='?tags=student%20success'>student success</a>, <a href='?tags=UCM-LS'>UCM-LS</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/ucm-blog/posts/2021-06-15-ucm-student-jacob-danley-earns-degree-and-begins-new-job-just-two-years-after-high-school-graduation.php">UCM Student Spotlight: Jacob Danley Earns Cybersecurity Degree and Begins New Job Just Two Years After High School Graduation</a> </h3> <p>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.</p> <strong>June 15, 2021</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/ucm-blog/posts/images/quad-students-admin-web.jpg" alt="UCM Quad and Administration Building" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a>, <a href='?tags=financial%20aid'>financial aid</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/ucm-blog/posts/2020-12-07-how-to-earn-your-degree-without-breaking-the-bank.php">How to Earn Your Degree Without Breaking the Bank</a> </h3> <p>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.</p> <strong>December 07, 2020</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/ucm-blog/posts/images/awards1920-web.jpg" alt="UCM's 2019-2020 Awards and Accolades" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a>, <a href='?tags=student%20success'>student success</a>, <a href='?tags=awards'>awards</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/ucm-blog/posts/celebrate-the-ucm-campus-community-highlights-of-the-19-20-academic-year-video.php">Celebrate UCM's Campus Community Highlights of the '19-20 Academic Year [VIDEO]</a> </h3> <p>Take a look back at the wide variety of awards, accolades and achievements UCM celebrated in 2019-2020.</p> <strong>August 31, 2020</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/university-news/posts/images/steinkruger-wedding-officiate.jpg" alt="Laughlin-Choate Wedding" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a>, <a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/university-news/posts/2020-06-10-ucm-professor-helps-student-realize-dream-pandemic-cant-stop-love.php">UCM Professor Helps Student Realize Dream: Pandemic Can't Stop Love </a> </h3> <p>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.</p> <strong>June 10, 2020</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/ucm-blog/posts/library-lawn-students.jpg" alt="JCKL Library Lawn" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a>, <a href='?tags=student%20success'>student success</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/ucm-blog/posts/2020-06-01-6-reasons-you-should-transfer-to-ucm.php">6 Reasons You Should Transfer to UCM</a> </h3> <p>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:</p> <strong>June 01, 2020</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/university-news/posts/images/zoom-travel-pr.jpg" alt="Zoom Travel" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=University%20News'>University News</a>, <a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a>, <a href='?tags=student%20success'>student success</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/university-news/posts/2020-05-29-ucm-students-travel-virtually-amidst-coronavirus-pandemic.php">UCM Students Travel Virtually Amidst Coronavirus Pandemic</a> </h3> <p>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.</p> <strong>May 29, 2020</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/news/ucm-blog/posts/images/ucm-laptop.jpg" alt="UCM Laptop" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=awards'>awards</a>, <a href='?tags=student%20success'>student success</a>, <a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/ucm-blog/posts/2020-05-04-nationally-ranked-online-programs-at-ucm.php">Get Connected: 10 Nationally Ranked Online Programs at UCM</a> </h3> <p>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.</p> <strong>May 04, 2020</strong> </div> </div> <div class="news-newest-colum clearfix"> <div class="image-holder"> <img src="/offices/integrated-marketing-and-communications/mule-strong-spirit-page/origami-mule/origami-mule.jpg" alt="Origami Mule" /> </div> <div class="text-box"> <span class="tags"><a href='?tags=UCM%20Blog'>UCM Blog</a>, <a href='?tags=ucmblog'>ucmblog</a></span> <h3> <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/ucm-blog/posts/2020-04-27-learn-how-to-fold-your-own-origami-mule.php">Learn How to Fold Your Own Origami Mule</a> </h3> <p>Impress your friends by folding up your own bit of UCM pride. 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