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COVID-19 Increases Cause Mask Mandate Extension
December 8, 2021
Mule Riders Victoria Happy and Holly Hagood lead the world record-attempt during the homecoming parade. In order to qualify, the attempt had to be recorded.
Mule Rider Community Supports World Record Attempt
December 3, 2021
The team conducts a mini-simulation in the newly remodeled classroom for the Mock Trial, Speech and Debate, and Model UN teams. “We’re very grateful to the foundation and the donors for the remodel because it looks great and we’re really having fun having class in there,” Darlene Budd said.
Model UN Team Competes Representing Uzbekistan
December 1, 2021
While Café Blackadder was set to close, it has been purchased by new owners looking to keep the restaurant in business as Blackadder II.
Cafe Blackadder to Reopen with New Owner
November 29, 2021
New Country, New University, Same Student
November 8, 2021
Landkamer makes all kinds of delicious bug treats, including honey roasted june bugs, mealworm rice krispies treats, jalapeno cricket bites and more.
Landkamer Shares Bug Treats and Expertise
December 2, 2021
Experiences of College Students in China
December 1, 2021
The cannon, mere seconds after being fired — try to spot the pumpkin midair.
Pixie Pumpkin Patch Launches into Fall
November 29, 2021
UCM Community Shows their Pride with a World Record Attempt
October 29, 2021
Emotional Support Animals Provide Accommodations for Students
Emotional Support Animals Provide Accommodations for Students
October 28, 2021
The men’s cross country team huddles together before competing in the MIAA cross country championship in Kearney Ne. on Oct. 23, 2021.
UCM Men’s Cross Country Ends 2021 Season at National Championship
December 7, 2021
Josh Keister is standing next to his son, Jack, assistant coach Lex McAfee, assistant coach Tammy Slifer and her grandson Brooks.
Women’s Basketball Team Scores Two New Assistant Coaches
December 6, 2021
A group from the UCM soccer club poses after winning the indoor league in Kansas City in 2011. “We would pile 12 guys into two cars and make trips all over the midwest,” Justin Pero said.
The UCM Soccer Club: A Hidden Gem of Rich Diversity and Passion
December 2, 2021
Reserving Practice Space Frustrates Multiple Teams
November 30, 2021
During practice, the fencing club practices with each other to improve their skills. They practice in the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Photo submitted by Hanna Grace.
Fencing Club is Ready to Compete
November 1, 2021
Saying Happy Holidays or Merry Christmas
December 10, 2021
There is No War on Christmas
December 10, 2021
Wish Others Well According to their own Holiday Beliefs
December 10, 2021
Music on Repeat: November Music Reviews
November 30, 2021
November Comic
November 30, 2021
UCM’s THRIVE Program is graduating five students in the spring commencement ceremony. From left, Miles Fontenot, Michael Mohrmann-Lodatto, Thomas TJ Branch, Emma Penny and Ashley Cain are the spring 2019 THRIVE graduates. THRIVE is scheduled to graduate with the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities and College of Education at 10 a.m. May 11 in the Multipurpose Building. (Photo submitted by Michael Brunkhorst/For the Muleskinner)
MULESKINNER VOL. 113, ISSUE 17
May 1, 2019
UCM President Roger Best; Kirkpatrick award winner Chuck Ambrose; SGA past President Courtney Abt and SGA newly elected President Cole Fine pose for a photo with Ambrose and his award. (Photo by Erin Wides/Features Editor)
MULESKINNER VOL. 113, ISSUE 16
April 24, 2019
President Roger Best, right, and his wife Robin enjoy lunch with students Tuesday at Ellis Dining Hall. (Photo by Jason Brown, managing editor.)
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April 10, 2019
Photo by Jason Brown/Managing Editor Freshman Molly Saporito earned her best finish of her career taking third place at the Jennies Golf Invitational Tuesday at Mules National Golf Course.
MULESKINNER VOL. 113, ISSUE 14
March 27, 2019
Nursing students Hailey Seeley and Courtney Hawley practicing CPR and using Automated External Defibrillator (AED). (Photo by Erin Wides/ Features Editor)
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March 6, 2019
UCM Combats 11 Million Dollar Deficit
October 3, 2020
COVID-19: the financial implications for UCM
April 30, 2020
A UCM student’s experience with COVID-19
April 8, 2020
HOW COLLEGES ARE HANDLING COVID-19
March 13, 2020
Students rehearse for the first full rehearsal for The Gift of the Magi on Dec. 2. in the Highlander Theater at the University of Central. (Photo courtesy of UCM Theatre Department)
UCM Theatre and Dance presents "The Gift of the Magi"
December 3, 2019
University of Central Missouri Students marched for over two miles through university streets.
Students March Toward Equality
September 28, 2020
A UCM student’s experience with COVID-19
April 8, 2020
UCM Board of Governors to meet Oct. 23 and 24 on campus
October 19, 2019
UCM Theatre and Dance presents "Top Secret Deer Daycare"
October 19, 2019
Muleskinner Minutes
Muleskinner Minutes
October 7, 2019
Fall Dual Credit Scholarship recipients (front row) Gabi Shull, Kalissa Castanedo and Kaylee Russell. (Back row) Dr. Scott Patrick, Dane Sproat, Richard Saettone, Gracie Brant and Foundation Board member, Rick Miller. (Photos submitted by Judy Long)
Dual Credit Scholarship gets students ahead of the game
November 3, 2018
Cinderella Dress Exchange is back
February 2, 2018
Warrensburg R-6 Computer System Hacked
January 31, 2018
PHOTO BY GABRIELLE MOORE / WHS JUNIOR Whitney Andersen directs one of her choir classes at WHS.
WHS welcomes new choir teacher
December 18, 2017
PHOTOS BY GRACE BUSHMEYER / WHS JUNIOR Students work on a new mural in the Warrensburg High School foreign language hallway.
Murals brighten up foreign language hall at WHS
December 15, 2017
UCM sports in the fall 2020 season
June 20, 2020
Father and daughter connect through football 
March 25, 2020
Raise the banner: Jennies win MIAA Tournament
March 12, 2020
Jennies win three of four in weekend play
March 12, 2020
Mules extend winning streak in sweep of Newman
March 12, 2020
COVID-19 Impacts Warrensburg High School sports
September 23, 2020
Moore shines in Tigers’ senior night comeback
October 9, 2017
Jennies volleyball gets a lesson on cancer they won't forget
Jennies volleyball gets a lesson on cancer they won't forget
September 27, 2017
Warrensburg tops St. Pius in homecoming thriller
September 26, 2017
Lady Tigers Edge St. Michael in Close Contest
September 20, 2017
Faces of UCM (Spring 2020-Episode 3): Roy Millen
Faces of UCM (Spring 2020-Episode 3): Roy Millen
February 14, 2020
Faces of UCM (Spring 2020-Episode 2): Greg Hassler
Faces of UCM (Spring 2020-Episode 2): Greg Hassler
February 6, 2020
"Ford V Ferrari" - A Study of Passion
"Ford V Ferrari" – A Study of Passion
January 28, 2020
Faces of UCM (Spring 2020-Episode 1): Dr. Stephen Price
Faces of UCM (Spring 2020-Episode 1): Dr. Stephen Price
January 27, 2020
"The Computer Lab" — The First UCM-Produced Web Series
"The Computer Lab" — The First UCM-Produced Web Series
January 21, 2020
Snacks and drinks were available for students to munch on at the Halloween Bash Oct. 31 in the Elliott Student Union. (Photo by Madeline Turner)
United Student Housing Association hosts Halloween Bash
November 7, 2019
Muleskinner Minutes
Muleskinner Minutes
November 5, 2019
Muleskinner Minutes
Muleskinner Minutes
October 22, 2019
Muleskinner Minutes
Muleskinner Minutes
October 14, 2019
Homecoming 2019: What it means to be royalty
Homecoming 2019: What it means to be royalty
October 9, 2019
What are you excited for this year?
What are you excited for this year?
August 11, 2018
iCentral: The clock challenge
iCentral: The clock challenge
March 16, 2018
iCentral: National Women's Day
iCentral: National Women's Day
March 9, 2018
iCentral: the new Snapchat update
iCentral: the new Snapchat update
February 15, 2018
iCentral: The Larry Nassar case
iCentral: The Larry Nassar case
February 2, 2018
Students get festive around Halloween
Students get festive around Halloween
November 7, 2019
A student makes a Halloween decoration with a Mason jar. (Photo by Madeline Turner)
Nightmare on South Holden Street
October 25, 2019
Christina Moore, a senior general studies major, shows off her costume for the Midterm Monster Mash in the Elliott Student Union. (Photo by Katlin Younts)
Unwinding at midterm… with monsters
October 19, 2019
A parade spectator takes advantage of a break in the action to go after some candy at the 2019 Homecoming parade. (Photo by Alexis Dyser)
Homecoming 2019: Photo Recap
October 19, 2019
Union celebrates its 57th birthday
October 8, 2019
Colby (Bull) Christian West, age 19, of Weston Missouri, died Saturday, December 5, 2020.
Celebration of Life: Colby Christian West
December 15, 2020
Photo submitted by Pam French
Celebration of Life: Whitney Jayne French
December 7, 2020
A Celebration of Life: Robb Madden
November 9, 2020
Murray “Allan” Dean
April 26, 2019
Larry E. Draper
April 26, 2019
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Meah Copeland, Sports Editor

Meah Copeland is a Sports Editor for the Muleskinner Newspaper. Her major is Digital Media Production with an emphasis in Sports Reporting and Broadcast. Meah started writing for the Muleskinner in March 2020. She did not have prior experience in writing before going into college. She covers sports and news stories at the Muleskinner.

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Reserving Practice Space Frustrates Multiple Teams

November 30, 2021

2020 Seniors Athletes Granted One Extra Year to Compete

October 29, 2021
Kurt Sunderman flattens the burgers with two spatulas as he makes stack burgers. Ive had such a great time doing this, Sunderman said. Ive met life-long friends and all these people are now my extended, and its just a lot of fun.

Tailgating Traditions at the Mule Stable Get an Early Start

October 26, 2021
Ladies Night Out hosts their 9th Annual event to educate women on the importance of getting a mammogram.

9th Annual Ladies Night Out Raises Awareness and $18,735

October 22, 2021
The University of Central Missouri plans to begin the demolition of the Nattinger-Bradshaw building this coming spring. Built in 1963, the halls were named after former faculty members Maude Nattinger and Pearl Bradshaw and were home to the Nursing SHIP.

[Photo] University Closes Nattinger-Bradshaw

October 27, 2021
E-Sports hosted the Super Smash Bros tournament on Sept. 1. “I think it’s a good atmosphere, it’s very fun, competitive type atmosphere and it’s almost like a sporting event,” senior digital media production Connor Nielson said. Junior secondary English education major, Gage Shrader won the Super Smash Bros. tournament.

Intramural Teams Bring Students Together

September 28, 2021
Before the first football game starts, some Mules players pray for the game.

Mules Lose Home Opener

September 7, 2021
The offensive lineman gets set to do a drill.

Mules Football Snaps Back into Season

September 2, 2021
Head Coach Flip Piontek teaches a new drill to his players as they watch him. Other players go through the drill and the mens basketball team is also practicing.

Jennies are “Set” to open the season

August 31, 2021
Westhoff has made many friends at UCM and is ready for the future.

Senior Spotlight: Aaron Westhoff

April 30, 2021
Boudreaux Campbell smiles at his prize after scoring 95 vs Woopaa in the final round during PBR’s Unleash the Beast Event in KC.

Cowboys & Covid-19: Professional Bull Riding Event Hosted in Kansas City

April 29, 2021
Dawson Davis gives a tour to a transfer student who is looking at colleges. The tour lasted an hour and a half.

Davis Serves the Campus Community

April 29, 2021
The pink ribbon is a symbol of Breast Cancer Awareness.

Athletic Department’s “Shooby” Battles Cancer

April 23, 2021
Senior guard Gigi McAtee looks to pass the ball to another teammate. After the season ended, McAtee prepares to graduate in May. Photo by Meah Copeland

[Photo] The Players

April 6, 2021

The Game

April 6, 2021
Wrestlers use dumbbells for weight lifting. They have to make sure that they stay in their weight limit.

A Day in the Life with UCM Wrestler Emmett Kuntz

March 30, 2021

Jennies Win NCAA Regional Tournament

March 18, 2021
On March 5., the Jennies celebrated as a team after they scored a goal. The Jennies prepare to finish their regular season.

Jennies Soccer Kicks Off Their Season

March 11, 2021
The Campus Cupboard has been serving students since 2013. They have been receiving donations from the Sodexo Company. The Kappa Delta Pi National Honor Society donated $300 to help the Campus Cupboard.

Campus Cupboard Receives Donations

March 11, 2021
The Central Missouri State University Rodeo Team started in 1980. They hosted an intercollegiate rodeo April 30 to May 2nd 1980. It was a comradery, we were all pretty tight, Nadler said. We were all friends and that was a good thing but then most of us went our separate ways after graduation and that put a damper on things.

Bareback Riding, Barrel Racing and a ‘Bucking’ Good Time: Reminiscing the CMSU Rodeo Team

March 10, 2021
Junior forward Kassie Newsom gets around her opponent to score a goal for the team. We have been putting in a lot of work, Newsom said. Im excited to play and put in the word. The Jennies lost 5-4.

[Photo] Jennies Lose Home Opener 5-4

March 11, 2021

Ichabods Break Jennies Six-Game Win Streak

March 8, 2021

[Video] University gets Caffeinated at New Starbucks Location

March 5, 2021
Governor Mike Parson visited the Lee Summit Missouri Innovation Campus on March 2. Jeff Danley from VMLY&R led Parson through a presentation of the virtual reality demonstration. I enjoy bringing in people into virtual reality to help introduce them to new experiences and show what the possibilities are for virtual reality, Danley said. With the governor, hopefully it helped him understand how we can use virtual reality in a classroom environment and how that’s going to better prepare students here at UCM for the future workforce.

Governor Parson visits Mixed Reality Studio at Missouri Innovation Campus

March 4, 2021
Senior guard Gigi McAtee looks around to pass the ball to another teammate. That is why we are smiling right now and were happy right now, head coach Dave Slifer said. I decided to go with the positive approach on this and Im not worrying about that we gave up 57 second half points. The Jennies defeated the Broncos on Feb. 25, 79-76.

Jennies Outrace Broncos 79-76

March 1, 2021
The Mues lost to the Broncos 77-75. Senior guard Cameron Hunter attempted to make a three pointer against the opponent. In the second half, it was tough... as our guys were trying to fight back. head coach Doug Karleskint said.

Mules Lost to Broncos during the Last Minute of the Game

March 1, 2021
Nija Collier attempts to make a free throw attempt on Feb 26., against the Broncos.

[Photo] Jenny Spotlight: Nija Collier

March 4, 2021
Justin Cobb and his fiancé Emma Boessen enjoyed the We Are UCM celebration. The celebration took place on Feb. 12.

Student Government President Justin Cobb Leads University

February 26, 2021
Russ Coleman, who has been the director of bands for 32 years, is conducting in front of the Alumni Band members. Its too bad we cant get together to play this year, Coleman said. But time will tell when we can have time to play again.

Alumni Band Virtual Event

February 25, 2021
On Feb 9. and Feb 10., the Union Bowling Center hosted a two day event called Bowling For Kids Sake.

UCM Student Organizations Bowl for Kids’ Sake

February 23, 2021
Freshman Graycen Holden catches the ball against her opponent.

[Photo] Jennies Win Over Ichabods

February 18, 2021
Senior guard Cameron Hunter jumps to make a point. We knew that we were taking a punch from them, and I don’t think we answered it well, head Men’s Basketball Coach Doug Karleskint said. The Mules lost to Ichabods 70-68.

[Photo] Mules Lose in Final Moments Against Ichabods

February 18, 2021
The UCM Baseball and Softball seasons are underway, and both teams are excited to get back out on the field and play.

Season Underway for Baseball and Softball

February 16, 2021
At 125 pound weight class, freshman Trevor Wishne is in position with his opponent, JJ Gillbert. The match lasted the full seven minutes but in the end Gillbert won the match. The Jets started off 5-0 against the Mules.

Jets Pin Mules 44-4

February 10, 2021

Jennies beat the Bearcats 55-51

February 2, 2021
The Mules defense tries to stop the Bearcats from scoring. “The loss was devastating, especially because we won last Saturday and Thursday,” freshman digital media production major Jacob Marqua said. “But it was still fun to come out and be a part of something like this.” The Mules fall to the Bearcats 80-37.

Bearcats Clawed their Way to Victory, Defeating UCM Mules

February 2, 2021
The Jennies wait as the ball goes through the basket against the Griffons.

Jennies Continue Winning Streak at Home

January 30, 2021
Senior guard Cameron Hunter makes a free throw shot as the Griffons fouled against him.

Mules beat Griffons 70-64

January 30, 2021

UCM Wrestling Season Starts at 0-4

January 28, 2021
The Jennies and Hillcats watch the ball as it goes through the basket at the matchup on Saturday Jan. 23.

Jennies Pick up 10th Win over the Hillcats

January 25, 2021
The Mules line up to make the free throw shot against the Hillcats on Jan. 23.

Mules Beat Hillcats for Third Straight Win

January 25, 2021
The Mules are in position as the ball is tipped off to start the game against the Riverhawks.

Mules Win against Riverhawks

January 22, 2021

Update on Mules and Jennies Indoor Track and Field Season

January 22, 2021
The Jennies start lining up as the Riverhawks set to make a free throw because of the foul against the Jennies.

Jennies Beat the Riverhawks 86-62

January 22, 2021
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