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Student Government Association Vice President, Dalton White, gives a presentation on upcoming changes to the organizations structure . Members discussed changes to be implemented in the upcoming year.
SGA to hold upcoming election
March 28, 2024
The enterance to the Humphreys building is gated off due to renovations. The building was offically closed to students and faculty in the spring 2024 semester.
Humpherys building receives renovations
March 8, 2024
Graphic by Linda Alviar
Department of Education delays FAFSA rollout
March 7, 2024
UCM targeted in attempted cyber breach
March 6, 2024
Music Technology majors work on renovating the departments studios on Feb. 17. They worked on building acoustic pane;s for the studios in the lower level of the Wood building.
Music Tech continues to improve
March 4, 2024
Members of Theta Chi fraternity and Gamma Phi Beta sorority practice their step routine in Hendricks Hall. A step competition will take place during greek week and contribute to the winning groups overall scoring.
UCM Greek Life Prepares for Greek Week
March 29, 2024
Photos by Mingzhu Zhu & Regina Robinson
Skinner on the Street
March 28, 2024
Daniel Franzese meets with UCM students after the Q&A session. After the event, Franzese interacted with students while signing autographs and taking photos.
Mo’s Activity Council hosts Mean Girls actor, Daniel Franzese
March 27, 2024
Photo of the 1978 Association of Black Collegiates. Submitted photo by UCM McClure Archives.
Association of Black Collegiates holds rich history on campus
March 7, 2024
Sally Jenkins, a New York Times bestselling author, shares insights on sports journalism and lessons learned from sports in life and work. The Author Talk: Sally Jenkins took place at W.C. Morris at the University of Central Missouri on Feb. 21.
New York Times best selling author visits campus
March 5, 2024
Photos by Mingzhu Zhu & Regina Robinson
Skinner on the Street
March 28, 2024
Current Mules players stand while being recognized at the First Pitch banquet on Mar. 23. During the banquet, they heard from speakers who talked about how to persevere on and off the field and outside of college.
Former World Series MVP speaks at UCM First Pitch Banquet
March 27, 2024
Students cheer as the Kansas City Chiefs score to win the game in overtime during the Super Bowl LVIII Feb. 11. Students had gathered in the Union to watch the game with free popcorn and pizza.
UCM watch party goers revel in Super Bowl LVIII
March 6, 2024
Championship alums honored at halftime
March 5, 2024
Vici Hughes speaks at the ceremony renaming the Multipurpose building to the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center on Feb. 17. Vici Hughes is the widow of Jerry Hughes, for whom the building was named after.
The Hughes Legacy will live on
March 4, 2024
Illustration by: Nate Sullens
New Trend: Artists switching genres
March 29, 2024
Photos provided by: UCM Theatre
“Xanadu”, the absurd and the heartfelt show by UCM Theatre
March 28, 2024
Spring Break Poll
Spring Break Poll
March 28, 2024
Photos by Mingzhu Zhu & Regina Robinson
Skinner on the Street
March 28, 2024
“Now that’s a party!”: A “Mean Girls” (2024) Review
“Now that’s a party!”: A “Mean Girls” (2024) Review
March 27, 2024
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.)
MULESKINNER VOL. 113, ISSUE 15
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)
MULESKINNER VOL. 113, ISSUE 13
March 6, 2019
Student Government Association Vice President, Dalton White, gives a presentation on upcoming changes to the organizations structure . Members discussed changes to be implemented in the upcoming year.
SGA to hold upcoming election
March 28, 2024
The enterance to the Humphreys building is gated off due to renovations. The building was offically closed to students and faculty in the spring 2024 semester.
Humpherys building receives renovations
March 8, 2024
Graphic by Linda Alviar
Department of Education delays FAFSA rollout
March 7, 2024
UCM targeted in attempted cyber breach
March 6, 2024
Music Technology majors work on renovating the departments studios on Feb. 17. They worked on building acoustic pane;s for the studios in the lower level of the Wood building.
Music Tech continues to improve
March 4, 2024
University of Central Missouri Students walk to class, avoiding the snow and ice.
Classes Canceled to Keep Students Safe
January 30, 2024
The Theatre and Dance Department putting on a show of Cinderella for this semester’s musical. Mirando Muenz, playing Cinderella and Riley Given, playing Prince Topher, are shown in an intimate moment on stage during their final dress rehearsal.
First time free entry for UCM students into theatre shows
November 22, 2023
Cory Chavez performs a Native American traditional song and dance to showcase Native American cultures. Beyond the Circle, a multigenerational performance group, performed at the University of Central Missouri to celebrate the Trading Moon Native American Arts Festival on Nov. 7.
UCM hosts Native American dance and arts exhibition
November 20, 2023
Drag Show Brings Joy and Support
Drag Show Brings Joy and Support
November 14, 2023
Parking Services innovates campus parking
November 14, 2023
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
February 1, 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
Current Mules players stand while being recognized at the First Pitch banquet on Mar. 23. During the banquet, they heard from speakers who talked about how to persevere on and off the field and outside of college.
Former World Series MVP speaks at UCM First Pitch Banquet
March 27, 2024
Championship alums honored at halftime
March 5, 2024
Vici Hughes speaks at the ceremony renaming the Multipurpose building to the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center on Feb. 17. Vici Hughes is the widow of Jerry Hughes, for whom the building was named after.
The Hughes Legacy will live on
March 4, 2024
The UCM Mules Baseball team celebrates at the 2023 Houston Invitational game against North Georgia. This year, the Mules return to the Houston Astros’ Minute Maid Park to compete in the Houston Winter Invitational from Feb. 2 to 4. Submission by University of Central Missouri Athletics with photo by Erick Williams Photography.
Mules To Houston
February 1, 2024
Redshirting Gives Flexibility for Success
Redshirting Gives Flexibility for Success
January 29, 2024
Graphic by Rachel Becker
Tigers Tennis has the Winning Formula
May 5, 2023
Graphic by Rachel Becker
Warrensburg Flys by Rivals in Season Opener
April 5, 2023
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
Members of Theta Chi fraternity and Gamma Phi Beta sorority practice their step routine in Hendricks Hall. A step competition will take place during greek week and contribute to the winning groups overall scoring.
UCM Greek Life Prepares for Greek Week
March 29, 2024
Student Government Association Vice President, Dalton White, gives a presentation on upcoming changes to the organizations structure . Members discussed changes to be implemented in the upcoming year.
SGA to hold upcoming election
March 28, 2024
Daniel Franzese meets with UCM students after the Q&A session. After the event, Franzese interacted with students while signing autographs and taking photos.
Mo’s Activity Council hosts Mean Girls actor, Daniel Franzese
March 27, 2024
Current Mules players stand while being recognized at the First Pitch banquet on Mar. 23. During the banquet, they heard from speakers who talked about how to persevere on and off the field and outside of college.
Former World Series MVP speaks at UCM First Pitch Banquet
March 27, 2024
The enterance to the Humphreys building is gated off due to renovations. The building was offically closed to students and faculty in the spring 2024 semester.
Humpherys building receives renovations
March 8, 2024
Members of Theta Chi fraternity and Gamma Phi Beta sorority practice their step routine in Hendricks Hall. A step competition will take place during greek week and contribute to the winning groups overall scoring.
UCM Greek Life Prepares for Greek Week
March 29, 2024
Student Government Association Vice President, Dalton White, gives a presentation on upcoming changes to the organizations structure . Members discussed changes to be implemented in the upcoming year.
SGA to hold upcoming election
March 28, 2024
Daniel Franzese meets with UCM students after the Q&A session. After the event, Franzese interacted with students while signing autographs and taking photos.
Mo’s Activity Council hosts Mean Girls actor, Daniel Franzese
March 27, 2024
Current Mules players stand while being recognized at the First Pitch banquet on Mar. 23. During the banquet, they heard from speakers who talked about how to persevere on and off the field and outside of college.
Former World Series MVP speaks at UCM First Pitch Banquet
March 27, 2024
The enterance to the Humphreys building is gated off due to renovations. The building was offically closed to students and faculty in the spring 2024 semester.
Humpherys building receives renovations
March 8, 2024
Current Mules players stand while being recognized at the First Pitch banquet on Mar. 23. During the banquet, they heard from speakers who talked about how to persevere on and off the field and outside of college.
Former World Series MVP speaks at UCM First Pitch Banquet
March 27, 2024
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
Current Mules players stand while being recognized at the First Pitch banquet on Mar. 23. During the banquet, they heard from speakers who talked about how to persevere on and off the field and outside of college.
Former World Series MVP speaks at UCM First Pitch Banquet
March 27, 2024
Connections across the finish line
Connections across the finish line
November 23, 2023
Homecoming 2023 Pep Rally raises spirit
Homecoming 2023 Pep Rally raises spirit
November 16, 2023
Homecoming 2023 Party in the Park
Homecoming 2023 Party in the Park
November 16, 2023
Community joins in 2023 homecoming festivities
Community joins in 2023 homecoming festivities
November 16, 2023
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
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April 26, 2019
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Meah Copeland is a senior Digital Media Production Major. Her emphasis is in Digital Journalism and 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 a variety of topics in the Muleskinner but mainly focuses on sports. After graduating, Meah plans on working for a professional sports broadcasting company and writing for a sports company.

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May 8, 2023

UCM Students Take a Shot at March Madness

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April 5, 2023
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March 28, 2023
Jennies Fall Short to Lions

Jennies Fall Short to Lions

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Jennies Escape with Win over Tigers

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The team celebrates as the Jennies scored a point.

Jennies Advance to MIAA Semifinals

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March 4, 2023
On his senior night, Feb. 13, Austin Morgan wrestles against his opponent at the UCM Multipurpose Building. Morgan lost against his opponent at a 3-1 decision.

Ten Wrestlers Head to NCAA Division II Super Regionals

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February 28, 2023
Former coach and UCM Athletic Hall of Famer Mildred “Millie” Barnes’ journey of laying the foundation for women’s athletics is highlighted in “Inaugural Ballers”.

Honoring UCM’s Heritage

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December 1, 2022
Kim Anderson commentates next to KOKO Radio Host Greg Hassler at the UCM Mules Basketball game on Nov. 17 at the UCM Multipurpose Building. Anderson, who in 2014 coached the Mules basketball team to the NCAA Division II National Championship, is returning to the University of Central Missouri in a part-time role as Special Advisor to the President on the National State of Intercollegiate Athletics, his part-time duties did begin Sept. 16. UCM Mules Basketball played against Central Methodist and won 74-65.

[Photo] Legend Returns to MuleNation

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Mules and Jennies Grabs Win

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November 19, 2022

My Experience in a Blackhawk

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October 4, 2022
Taylor Herrmann competed at Nationals hosted at Notre Dame University. Herrmann qualified to go to Worlds Competition in Aug. 2023.

National Baton Win Earns Top Spot

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
October 4, 2022
Success at the Study Abroad Fair

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September 14, 2022
The volleyball team celebrates a point after a rally. The team played against Missouri State University last season. Photo by Graduate Student Brinkley Beever.

Fall Season Set to Begin

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
September 4, 2022
Flip Piontek is retiring on June 3 after coaching at the University of Central Missouri for 36 years. Piontek gives new head coach Caitlin Peterson a hug during his last season. The volleyball program will miss Piontek, but wishes him a happy retirement.

Piontek Set to Retire after 39 years

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
May 6, 2022
April 30, the flag football championship took place at Ellis field.

[Photo] Graduate Student Research Shows Benefits of Intramural Participation

Written by Nathan Merkel, Contributor Writer
May 4, 2022
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[Photo] Goodbye Muleskinner Graduates

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May 6, 2022
This sign is displayed in the Lovinger Gym as they start the renovation soon.

Teams to Relocate due to Renovation

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
April 5, 2022
The baseball stadium and locker room was finished late 2021.

Baseball Stadium Renovated Thanks to Alumni Donations

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
March 8, 2022

Peterson Named New Volleyball Head Coach

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January 31, 2022

Reserving Practice Space Frustrates Multiple Teams

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November 30, 2021

2020 Seniors Athletes Granted One Extra Year to Compete

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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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
September 28, 2021
Before the first football game starts, some Mules players pray for the game.

Mules Lose Home Opener

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
September 7, 2021
The offensive lineman gets set to do a drill.

Mules Football Snaps Back into Season

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
August 31, 2021
Westhoff has made many friends at UCM and is ready for the future.

Senior Spotlight: Aaron Westhoff

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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

Written by Meah Copeland and Lauryn Morrow
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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
April 29, 2021
The pink ribbon is a symbol of Breast Cancer Awareness.

Athletic Department’s “Shooby” Battles Cancer

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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

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April 6, 2021

The Game

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

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March 30, 2021

Jennies Win NCAA Regional Tournament

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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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

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March 11, 2021

Ichabods Break Jennies Six-Game Win Streak

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March 8, 2021
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