Ryan Snow, a police officer and certified drug recognition expert from the University of Illinois, spoke to students Monday about the harmful effects of cannabis. The Office of Campus Community… Read more »
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Improvements flying into airport
For over 50 years, the UCM aviation program has been teaching students to fly at the Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport west on U.S. Highway 50. To continue the tradition,… Read more »
New TRIO lounge creates more space for students
An empty classroom in the Humphreys Building was recently transformed into a lounge with couches, tables, whiteboards, a projector and more — all for TRIO students to use as they… Read more »
UCM to participate in statewide tornado drill
The University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg and Lee’s Summit will participate in a statewide tornado drill at 10 a.m. March 5. The drill will last about 15 minutes, according… Read more »
‘August: Osage County’ tackles families coping with addiction
“August: Osage County” was chosen to be performed at UCM because when doing research for his Ph.D., instructor of theatre, Aaron Scully realized how playwriting and theater can aid in… Read more »
Cuba trip benefits students at home
UCM jazz instructor James Isaac recently took his saxophone talent to a different country by performing with the Kansas City band Cubanisms at The Jazz Plaza International Festival in Havana,… Read more »
UCM leads Missouri universities in degree completion
Following a year of uneasiness and uncertainty centered around budget cuts and the restructuring, UCM’s 2013 Contract for Completion appears to be doing its job. The Missouri Department of Higher… Read more »
UCM names new leader for the Foundation
The university chose one of its own to lead the UCM Alumni Foundation. Courtney Goddard was named vice president for advancement and external engagement, executive director of the Foundation. Her… Read more »
Unity Week features a variety of events
Story by Anaiyeh Smith/Social Media Coordinator Video by Erin Wides/Features Editor The Office of Student Activities and The Spotlight is hosting its annual Unity Week from Feb. 18-21. Unity Week is… Read more »
‘August: Osage County’ comes to UCM
A tale of Midwestern family drama, the award-winning play “August: Osage County” is coming to the James L. Highlander Theatre Wednesday through Feb. 24. The play marks the directorial debut… Read more »