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UCM Hosts Largest-Ever Trading Moon Powwow

Written by Aaron Bax, Spot News Editor • November 25, 2024

The University of Central Missouri hosted the Trading Moon Powwow for the 11th time on Nov. 9 from noon to 9 p.m. in the lower courts of the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. The event was the...

Opportunity Grants Impact Facilities On Campus

Written by Kaia Trujillo, Opinions Editor • November 24, 2024

In 2013, the University of Central Missouri’s Alumni Foundation launched the Opportunity Grant Program. This program serves as a resource for staff and faculty to apply for grants to support student-centered...

Mulechella Memories Make Lasting Impact

Written by Gracie Heath, Contributing Reporter • November 23, 2024

My freshman year was during 2020, amid the pandemic. At the time, acting classes on Zoom and dance concerts on the football field seemed like a nightmare. But I quickly found that I was not alone in...

Outstanding Alumni Reflect on Their Experiences

Written by Carlon Jennings and Riley King • November 23, 2024

The University of Central Missouri was founded in 1871 and has created long-lasting memories for its students. UCM alumni thrive after graduation, going into different fields and experiencing different...

Native American Storyteller Eric Hernandez Visits UCM

Written by Aaron Bax, Spot News Editor • November 22, 2024

The University of Central Missouri hosted Native American Storyteller Eric Hernandez as part of its celebration of Native American Heritage Month on Nov. 13. Eric Hernandez is a former Cirque...

Teacher Gives Thanks to UCM

Written by Joanna Curless, 2024 Alumnae • November 22, 2024

I graduated from the University of Central Missouri in May 2024 and I am beyond grateful for my time there. My goal since kindergarten was to be a teacher - there was no doubt about it. When I was accepted...

Coming Full Circle: Finding a Home Away from Home

Written by Misbah Qureshi, Staff Reporter • October 25, 2024

In Spring 2022, I arrived in the United States, full of excitement and nervous energy, to begin a semester-long exchange program at the University of Central Missouri. I had no idea what to expect, but...

Families Reunite at Family Weekend Breakfast

Written by Carlon Jennings, Reporter • October 25, 2024

On Sept. 28, the University of Central Missouri’s Alumni Foundation hosted UCM’s Family Weekend. The Family Weekend Breakfast is a UCM tradition that showcases UCM life to families of the students....

UCM Fashion Student Debuts Collection at KC Fashion Week

Written by Megan Weaver, Reporter • October 24, 2024

On Sept. 25, Senior Fashion Student Lindsey Dobson debuted her full collection at Kansas City Fashion Week. Dobson submitted her portfolio to KCFW and had a meeting with a style board that later accepted...

“She Kills Monsters” Brings Action-Packed Adventure to the Stage

Written by Katherine Hamilton, Staff Reporter • October 24, 2024

Dungeons and dragons and emotional devastation, oh my! From Oct. 4 to 6, the University of Central Missouri’s Division of Theatre and Dance produced the first mainstage show of their season, “She...

October’s Artist of the Month: Andrew Wilkie

Written by Darby Mostaffa, Design Editor • October 22, 2024

Andrew Wilkie is a University of Central Missouri sophomore majoring in music technology. He has been creating art for the last five years. Wilkie believes he is furthering his artistic abilities by...

“Inside Out 2” My Emotions on the Emotions

Written by Megan Weaver, Staff Reporter • October 22, 2024

In recent years, the topic of mental health has been a focal point in the media. Over the summer, “Inside Out 2,” an animated children’s film that features themes of mental health, was released...