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STAY INFORMED

Any modifications to university operations will be announced through official UCM channels, including the UCM website, email, social media feeds and the TextCaster text messaging service. If you haven’t signed up for Textcaster, please visit ucmo.edu/textcaster. Notifications will be made to local and Kansas City area media, but the best source of information is always UCM’s official channels.

Leadership Lunch

If you are working on your leadership Foundation Certificate, there is a leadership lunch with Derrick Gill March 19 at noon in Union 217. This event will focus on leveraging events for successful networking. Your attendance will fulfill one of the requirements for your Leadership Foundation Certificate. You can register here. 

Bake Sale

Wildlife, Fisheries and Science Club is hosting a bake sale!! You can get cookies, brownies, cupcakes, and banana bread on March 20 from 10:30 to 3:30 outside of the Union.

PULSE-W Donation Drive 

PULSE-W is hosting a donation drive March 24-27 in support of Survival House. Requested donations include women’s hygiene products (maxi-pads, lotion, deodorant) and lounge clothing, notebooks and planners. You can drop items at the Mule Post, Union 307 and Martin 222.

The PULSE Project, created in 2020 around the need to connect with women in a (P)ositive, (U)nderstanding, (L)earning, (S)upportive, and (E)ducational way.

STI Clinic

The University Health Center is hosting a free STI clinic April 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No appointment is needed, so you can just drop in to the health center to get tested, gain a piece of mind and do your part in preventing the spread of sexually transmitted infections.  

Central Connect

Central Connect is a website made to serve as your main resource for involvement at UCM. You can explore recognized student organizations, upcoming events and so much more. You can visit Central Connect at www.ucmo.edu/centralconnect. 

Motorcycle Basic Rider Course

Motorcycle season is almost here. The Missouri Safety Center is holding the first Basic Rider Course of the year March 22-23. You can learn to ride in a safe, supportive environment with expert instruction. The comprehensive program combines online learning with hands-on riding exercises using provided motorcycles (500cc or less). Register here or call the Missouri Safety Center at 660-543-4834 for more info.

Be a judge for the Talking Mules! 

Do you need volunteer, service or tutoring hours? If so, you can become a judge for the Talking Mules, speech and debate tournament. No experience is necessary! You can contact Sydney Crank at scrank@ucmo.edu for more info or to get started!

Parking Policy Update

Vehicles in UCM lots must be parked in a manner that allows the license plate to be viewed from the driving lane of the lot. This means that if you only have one plate, you will need to park with your plate facing the driving lane of the parking lot. This also means you can now be ticketed for improper parking. If you have questions, you can call parking services at 660-543-4098.

Title X (Title 10) Student Advisory Committee

Are you interested in improving sexual and reproductive health education at UCM? If so, you can join the Title X Student Advisory Committee! They’re seeking students from diverse backgrounds and majors to provide feedback on Title X materials designed to support our campus community. This is a great opportunity to gain leadership experience, contribute to health initiatives, and earn a UCM Experience Transcript notation. The time commitment is minimal—about 6 hours per semester—focused on reviewing materials via email. Sign up for e-mail notifications here! 

UCM Scholarship Finder

It’s scholarship season! Log in to UCM Scholarship Finder to complete your general application and explore available scholarships. Click here for the UCM Scholarship Finder!  

Campus Cupboard

The Campus Cupboard is a volunteer-based charity dedicated to alleviating hunger and financial burdens in the UCM community. They have food and personal care items and it’s all free for you. Campus Cupboard is located in the lower level of the Student Rec and they are open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 3:00-5:30 pm. You can also volunteer there, if you would like to help out. Click here to get more info! 

Student Recreation and Wellness Center

Who’s trying to get healthy or stay healthy in 2025? If that’s you, don’t sleep on the Rec!! The Student Rec and Wellness Center is here for all your physical fitness needs. They have group classes and personal training or tons of cardio equipment and weights that you can use on your own. You can visit ucmo.edu/rec or check in at the front desk for more info!

Central Speaks

Have you heard of Central Speaks? Central Speaks is a UCM podcast that puts the spotlight on the dedicated individuals who propel the University forward. Each episode highlights stories of those who embody UCM’s spirit of innovation and service, showcasing the transformative work that redefines what’s possible on our campus and beyond. Central Speaks is all about hearing directly from UCM’s changemakers as they share how they push boundaries and inspire colleagues and students—redefining what’s possible, every day.

Subscribe to Central Speaks on your favorite podcast app, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.

You can check it out at www.ucmo.edu/news/central-speaks/

UCM Crisis Support Line

The UCM Counseling Center (part of Campus Community Health) has a 24-hour Crisis and Counseling Support Line (660-543-8008) for students. Crisis line support is available for students who are in a crisis and want to talk with a trained professional any time of day or night (24/7/365). Students may also want to call if they are not in a crisis but want to talk to a professional after hours, on weekends, or during breaks. The UCM Crisis Support Line is an addition to the Counseling Center and Campus Community Health’s existing services.

The Crisis Support Line phone number does not replace the Counseling Center’s phone number, which is answered during business hours (660-543-4060). For more information, visit counselingcenter@ucmo.edu

Listen to the current episode of Central News below!