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Theatre and Dance Presents Awards, Scholarships at First Virtual Banquet
The Department of Theatre and Dance held its first “Virtual” Awards Banquet May 2, 2020 via a pre-recorded YouTube link. It was made available on all the department social media platforms at 6 p.m.on the day of the event, and was emailed to patrons and donors who may have missed the link’s posting.
May 14, 2020
New Research by UCM Professor Demonstrates Impact of Sediment, Meltwater on Glacier Movement
When discussing the impact of global warming, many skeptics often cite examples of glaciers that aren’t retreating as a way to support a belief that human-induced climate change doesn’t exist. Recently published research involving a University of Central Missouri professor, however, shows that new models depicting the long-term nature of glacial movement can demonstrate the pitfalls of making such an assumption.
May 13, 2020
UCM Announces Plan for ACT, SAT Test Optional Admission for Fall 2020
After considering factors believed to be the most accurate indicators of a student’s ability to succeed in higher education, the University of Central Missouri is making the ACT and SAT optional for admission to the university beginning in fall 2020. This decision moves forward the university’s plan to go test optional for the fall 2021 recruitment cycle, and is in response to maintaining an accessible and affordable education amid the national coronavirus pandemic.
May 13, 2020
UCM Enhances Availability of Courses for Whiteman Air Force Base Military and Military-affiliated Personnel
The University of Central Missouri is enhancing its partnership with Whiteman Air Force Base to make continuing their education even more convenient and affordable for military and military-affiliated personnel. Thanks to improvements made this spring, UCM is now offering additional opportunities for remote learning at the base.
May 12, 2020
Charno Awards Honor Outstanding Lee's Summit, Olathe Students
The Charno Award, the highest honor presented to both a male and a female graduating senior at the University of Central Missouri, has been awarded to Cole Fine, Olathe, Kansas, and Hannah Breedlove, Lee’s Summit, Missouri, for 2020.
May 07, 2020
Free "Experiencing Science in the Pandemic" Course Offered Through University of Central Missouri
The online continuing education class focuses on scientific reasoning, critical thinking, and problem solving.
May 07, 2020
UCM's Online RN to BSN Ranks Top Among Missouri Programs
Nationwide, registered nurses (RN) are in high-demand, and one of the best ways for people in this field to advance their career is to earn a bachelor’s degree. The University of Central Missouri is helping nurses to build their professional credentials through its online RN to BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) degree – a program that was recently recognized by the national rankings organization, Intelligent.com.
May 06, 2020
KMOS, UCM Launch Free On-air K-5 Classes for Missouri Students June 1
For families seeking economical assistance in preparing their elementary school children for the fall semester, and to make up for the school closures of the spring semester, KMOS-TV and the University of Central Missouri will provide free on-air classes beginning June 1. KMOS Classroom: Summer School will be broadcast on KMOS channel 6.1 each Monday through Thursday between 9 a.m. and noon.
May 06, 2020
Counseling Center Earns Full Re-accreditation by IACS Board
Playing a critical role in the health and wellness of the University of Central Missouri community, the Counseling Center has achieved full re-accreditation by the International Accreditation of Counseling Services (IACS). A letter from the IACS Board of Accreditation was received by the Counseling Center this month confirming this accomplishment.
May 01, 2020
UCM's Sports Management Option Recognized Among Nation's Best Online Accelerated Master's Degrees
Providing opportunities that enable busy adults to get a quality education at an affordable cost, and in less time has contributed to the University of Central Missouri’s recent ranking as an institution that offers one of the nation’s “Best Online Master's in Sports Management.”
May 01, 2020
UCM Ranks Among Nation's Best for Online Master's in Elementary Education
The University of Central Missouri’s commitment to providing a quality, accessible and affordable education is gaining recognition through its recent ranking as an institution that offers one of the nation’s Best Online Master's in Elementary Education.
May 01, 2020
UCM Ranks Among Nation's Best for Online Master's in Educational and Instructional Technology
With its long-standing commitment to quality teacher preparation and professional development, the University of Central Missouri has been recognized as offering one of the nation’s Best Online Master's in Educational and Instructional Technology degrees.
May 01, 2020
Applied Horticulture Degree Programs at UCM Ranked Among Nation's Best
The University of Central Missouri was selected among the best affordable colleges for Applied Horticulture Degree majors by Affordable Schools, an online ranking website.
May 01, 2020
Athletic Training Major Joins Growing List of UCM Students to Receive Partnership-Driven Internship Opportunity with the Kansas City Royals
At least one University of Central Missouri student had a rare opportunity to experience professional baseball briefly this spring from an insider’s perspective. He not only gained valuable hands-on experience in his chosen career path, but he also got to interact with UCM alumni who have found their niche in professional baseball.
April 30, 2020
Blunt Honored as ASSP's Tarrants Outstanding Safety Educator
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), an organization that represents 40,000 members across the globe, has named Leigh Ann Blunt ASSP’s 2020 William E. Tarrants Outstanding Safety Educator.
April 29, 2020
Theatre and Dance Presents Awards, Scholarships at First Virtual Banquet
The Department of Theatre and Dance held its first “Virtual” Awards Banquet May 2, 2020 via a pre-recorded YouTube link. It was made available on all the department social media platforms at 6 p.m.on the day of the event, and was emailed to patrons and donors who may have missed the link’s posting.
May 14, 2020
New Research by UCM Professor Demonstrates Impact of Sediment, Meltwater on Glacier Movement
When discussing the impact of global warming, many skeptics often cite examples of glaciers that aren’t retreating as a way to support a belief that human-induced climate change doesn’t exist. Recently published research involving a University of Central Missouri professor, however, shows that new models depicting the long-term nature of glacial movement can demonstrate the pitfalls of making such an assumption.
May 13, 2020
UCM Announces Plan for ACT, SAT Test Optional Admission for Fall 2020
After considering factors believed to be the most accurate indicators of a student’s ability to succeed in higher education, the University of Central Missouri is making the ACT and SAT optional for admission to the university beginning in fall 2020. This decision moves forward the university’s plan to go test optional for the fall 2021 recruitment cycle, and is in response to maintaining an accessible and affordable education amid the national coronavirus pandemic.
May 13, 2020
UCM Enhances Availability of Courses for Whiteman Air Force Base Military and Military-affiliated Personnel
The University of Central Missouri is enhancing its partnership with Whiteman Air Force Base to make continuing their education even more convenient and affordable for military and military-affiliated personnel. Thanks to improvements made this spring, UCM is now offering additional opportunities for remote learning at the base.
May 12, 2020
Charno Awards Honor Outstanding Lee's Summit, Olathe Students
The Charno Award, the highest honor presented to both a male and a female graduating senior at the University of Central Missouri, has been awarded to Cole Fine, Olathe, Kansas, and Hannah Breedlove, Lee’s Summit, Missouri, for 2020.
May 07, 2020
Free "Experiencing Science in the Pandemic" Course Offered Through University of Central Missouri
The online continuing education class focuses on scientific reasoning, critical thinking, and problem solving.
May 07, 2020
UCM's Online RN to BSN Ranks Top Among Missouri Programs
Nationwide, registered nurses (RN) are in high-demand, and one of the best ways for people in this field to advance their career is to earn a bachelor’s degree. The University of Central Missouri is helping nurses to build their professional credentials through its online RN to BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) degree – a program that was recently recognized by the national rankings organization, Intelligent.com.
May 06, 2020
KMOS, UCM Launch Free On-air K-5 Classes for Missouri Students June 1
For families seeking economical assistance in preparing their elementary school children for the fall semester, and to make up for the school closures of the spring semester, KMOS-TV and the University of Central Missouri will provide free on-air classes beginning June 1. KMOS Classroom: Summer School will be broadcast on KMOS channel 6.1 each Monday through Thursday between 9 a.m. and noon.
May 06, 2020
Counseling Center Earns Full Re-accreditation by IACS Board
Playing a critical role in the health and wellness of the University of Central Missouri community, the Counseling Center has achieved full re-accreditation by the International Accreditation of Counseling Services (IACS). A letter from the IACS Board of Accreditation was received by the Counseling Center this month confirming this accomplishment.
May 01, 2020
UCM's Sports Management Option Recognized Among Nation's Best Online Accelerated Master's Degrees
Providing opportunities that enable busy adults to get a quality education at an affordable cost, and in less time has contributed to the University of Central Missouri’s recent ranking as an institution that offers one of the nation’s “Best Online Master's in Sports Management.”
May 01, 2020
UCM Ranks Among Nation's Best for Online Master's in Elementary Education
The University of Central Missouri’s commitment to providing a quality, accessible and affordable education is gaining recognition through its recent ranking as an institution that offers one of the nation’s Best Online Master's in Elementary Education.
May 01, 2020
UCM Ranks Among Nation's Best for Online Master's in Educational and Instructional Technology
With its long-standing commitment to quality teacher preparation and professional development, the University of Central Missouri has been recognized as offering one of the nation’s Best Online Master's in Educational and Instructional Technology degrees.
May 01, 2020
Applied Horticulture Degree Programs at UCM Ranked Among Nation's Best
The University of Central Missouri was selected among the best affordable colleges for Applied Horticulture Degree majors by Affordable Schools, an online ranking website.
May 01, 2020
Athletic Training Major Joins Growing List of UCM Students to Receive Partnership-Driven Internship Opportunity with the Kansas City Royals
At least one University of Central Missouri student had a rare opportunity to experience professional baseball briefly this spring from an insider’s perspective. He not only gained valuable hands-on experience in his chosen career path, but he also got to interact with UCM alumni who have found their niche in professional baseball.
April 30, 2020
Blunt Honored as ASSP's Tarrants Outstanding Safety Educator
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), an organization that represents 40,000 members across the globe, has named Leigh Ann Blunt ASSP’s 2020 William E. Tarrants Outstanding Safety Educator.
April 29, 2020
