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UCM assistant professor Krystle Gremaud and her husband
faculty and staff awards, Career and Technical Education, University News

UCM Assistant Professor Named Finalist for National ACTE Award

An assistant professor at the University of Central Missouri was named one of four finalists for the 2025 Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) Teacher Educator of the Year.

December 20, 2024
UCM football quarterback Zach Zebrowski
UCM Athletics, University News, Mules Football

Back-to-Back: Zach Zebrowski Wins Second Consecutive Harlon Hill Trophy

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.

December 20, 2024
UCM campus with students.
University News, bond rating, UCM achievement

S&P Global Ratings Assign UCM 'A+' Long-term Rating for Seventh Year

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.

December 16, 2024
UCM quadrangle.
University News, Board of Governors

University of Central Missouri Board of Governors Convenes for Final 2024 Session

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.

December 16, 2024
Pertle Springs Lake
Facilties Planning and Maintenance, Pertle Springs, University News

University of Central Missouri Announces Temporary Closure of Pertle Springs Lake for Critical Maintenance

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.

December 13, 2024
UCM diploma at commencement
Fall Commencement, University News

UCM to Celebrate 2024 Fall Commencement Dec. 13-14

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.

December 06, 2024
UCM President Roger Best and JC President Dena McCaffery
University News, Direct Connect, Jefferson College

Direct Connect Provides Seamless, Affordable Pathway to Degrees at UCM and Jefferson College

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.

December 05, 2024
Quinton Weed rehearses for
University News, digital media production, The Beat

UCM Students to Perform 'It's a Wonderful Life' Live on The Beat

Just in time for the holidays, students and faculty with The Beat, the campus radio station at the University of Central Missouri, are producing a live broadcast of “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

December 04, 2024
UCM officials with Rep. Louis Riggs
University News, Missouri innovation campus, Workforce Development

UCM Employees Testify About Workforce Successes During House Interim Committee Hearing

Officials from the University of Central Missouri recently spoke about the university’s unique workforce development programs during a hearing held by the Missouri House of Representatives Special Interim Committee on Workforce Innovation and Technology.

November 27, 2024
John Collier, Mike Parson, Roger Best
University News, Governor Mike Parson

Gov. Parson Makes Final Visit to UCM Campus as 57th Governor

The University of Central Missouri welcomed Gov. Mike Parson to the Warrensburg campus for a visit on Thursday, Nov. 21.

November 26, 2024
Open Doors Seal of Excellence
International Student Services, University News

UCM Hosts More Than 6,000 International Students in 2023-24

During an academic year with a record number of international students studying in the U.S., the University of Central Missouri is the leading institution for international students in Missouri, as reported by the Open Doors 2024 Report on International Educational Exchange.

November 25, 2024
From left, Nellie deLaurier, Michael O’Keefe and Kristen Kuebler
University News, faculty and staff awards, KMOS-TV

KMOS PBS Programmer Receives National Recognition With PTPA Mentorship Award

The Public Television Programmers Association has named KMOS PBS Programming and Communications Manager Michael O’Keefe as the recipient of the Jerry Trainor Mentorship Award.

November 22, 2024
Campus Cupboard sign.
Campus Cupboard, University News, Parking Services

UCM Parking Services Partners with Campus Cupboard for Citation Amnesty Program

UCM Parking Services is excited to announce a partnership with the UCM Campus Cupboard to launch a Citation Amnesty Program running from Nov. 18-22, 2024.

November 18, 2024
Eliza Thomas
University News, admissions, Provost Excellence Scholarship

UCM Awards First Provost Excellence Scholarship to Jefferson City Student

The University of Central Missouri has awarded its first-ever Provost Excellence Scholarship to Eliza Thomas, of Jefferson City.

November 18, 2024
Dr. Dawn Pauling conducts environmental research
Department of Biological and Clinical Sciences, Faculty and Staff News, University News

UCM Instructor Has Novel Concept Research Published in Nature Communications

Cementing her place in scientific history, Nature Communications has published novel research from a University of Central Missouri faculty member.

November 15, 2024
Dr. Best Instagram Story
ucmblog

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
Handshake
ucmblog

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
UCM Mule Statue
ucmblog

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
Chris Lang
ucmblog

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
New Year's Resolutions
ucmblog

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
Winter Break
ucmblog

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

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