University of Central Missouri

Graduates of two University of Central Missouri certificate programs were recognized at a Sept. 20 ceremony at UCM’s Lee’s Summit campus. Through these programs, adult learners earn industry-recognized certifications and are prepared for…

From high school and college basketball stardom to Olympic gold medalist and member of the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) Hall of Fame, Chamique Holdsclaw has an inspiring story to share. Her powerful story and example is an…

The contributions five University of Central Missouri employees have made to their community through their work and service were celebrated in the 2023 edition of “20 Under 40,” a special section in the Warrensburg Star-Journal, a community…

More than 25 years of dedication to public service has led to regional recognition for Capt. Dan Othic, a longtime officer with the University of Central Missouri’s Department of Public Safety. He was recently honored as recipient of…

Demonstrating University of Central Missouri values that include community and service, student members of Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE) fraternity have raised $18,000 to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The group’s philanthropic…

A new member of the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors was sworn in and a contract renewal was awarded for printing, copying and related services when the board met on campus on Oct. 27. The board’s plenary session took…

“The Great Air Race: Glory, Tragedy and the Dawn of American Aviation,” is a recent book by journalist and amateur pilot John Lancaster about America’s famous 1919 transcontinental air race. The story of that race has inspired a group of…

A classic family-friendly tale comes to life as the University of Central Missouri’s Theatre and Dance and Music programs present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” in the James L. Highlander Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10, 11, 16, 17,…

Military Times,  which provides the largest comprehensive annual ranking of higher education institutions for military service members and veterans, has named the University of Central Missouri among its 2023 Best for Vets: Colleges. UCM…

Making the safety of students, employees and campus visitors a priority, the University of Central Missouri has established multiple initiatives to meet this goal with the help of $326,000 in grant funding since August 2022. The…