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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
Murray “Allan” Dean
April 26, 2019
Larry E. Draper
April 26, 2019
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Skye Melcher, Features Editor

Skye Melcher has been working for the Muleskinner for two years. She writes, edits and distributes for the newspaper. Her background in digital media production and journalism has given her a broader set of skills to apply to her journalism experience. She has contributed stories to both the University of Central Missouri’s Muleskinner and Northwest Missouri State Universities Tower Yearbook. She especially enjoys writing about adventures, music and people.

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This graphic depicts the number of reported sexual assault cases at the University of Central Missouri from 2010-2020. According to UCM Public Safety, five of the rapes reported in 2014 occurred in 2012 and one in 2013. Three rapes reported in 2016 occurred in 2015, and eight fondling reports were made by a single victim and occurred separately over two months. Graphic by Bethany Spitzmiller

Shedding Light on Sexual Assault Awareness

Written by Matthew Goldsmith and Skye Melcher
April 26, 2021
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[Photo] Goodbye Muleskinner Spring 2021 Graduates

Written by Muleskinner Staff
April 30, 2021
Sophomore environmental safety major Ean Kenyon receives his first vaccine at the clinic held on April 12. “I feel really good, both my parents have gotten it already,” Kenyon said. “I know a lot of non-students have gotten it, so it’s really nice to see that they’re finally taking care of the college kids.” The clinic was hosted in the multipurpose building with UCM nursing students administering the vaccine to fellow students.

[Photo] 975 Students Vaccinated

Written by Michael Lewis, Reporter
April 23, 2021
The Shelter, W.A.R, and multiple community members stand together to cut the ribbon. “ This turnout has been awesome, I didn’t expect this many people and you know it’s just getting started, W.A.R. President Mason Wirsig said. Photo By Skye Melcher

Old Drum Animal Shelter Reopens Under New Ownership

Written by Skye Melcher
April 8, 2021
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[Photo] Abram Tabor

November 18, 2020
Pineapple is a heavily debated topic. Skye Melcher argues pineapple offers nutritional benefits and helps balance the flavor of typically salty pizza slices.

FOR: Pineapple on Pizza

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
April 2, 2021
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Ashley Holmberg, employee health nurse for Western Missouri Medical Center, sits with nurses Jacquelyn Addington and Carly Kellogg preparing COVID-19 vaccines for patients at Milestones Barn. “The thing I like about it is everyone who comes here wants the vaccine,” Holmberg said. The team of nurses said they have had a very positive experience working the clinics.

Diligent Nurses Vaccinate Warrensburg Community

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
March 29, 2021
Senior business management major Autumn Wolf looks through the clothing options at the Professional Clothes Closet. “Currently, I have a specific dress code, so I wanted to expand my clothing collection by coming and looking at all of the awesome and free stuff that Robin has here at the wardrobe,” Wolf said. Currently you can pick up to four pieces of free clothing at the closet each month.

[Photo] Clothing Studio Helps Students Look Professional

Written by Katelyn Schuler, Reporter
March 30, 2021
In this March 4, 2018 file photo, Chadwick Boseman arrives at the Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Actor Chadwick Boseman, who played Black icons Jackie Robinson and James Brown before finding fame as the regal Black Panther in the Marvel cinematic universe, has died of cancer. His representative says Boseman died Friday, Aug. 28, 2020 in Los Angeles after a four-year battle with colon cancer. He was 43. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

Late Chadwick Boseman Guides Students Through African American History

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
March 24, 2021
Delta Chi brothers hang out together on Feb 9. after the snow storm hit at the beginning of We Are UCM.

Service Fosters Brotherhood

Written by Brandon Cannon and Skye Melcher
February 25, 2021
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Warrensburg and UCM Celebrate School Spirit through Door Decorations

Written by Skye Melcher and Bethany Spitzmiller
February 24, 2021
Chance Ridley, Alpha Tau Omega, and Brittané Curry, Alpha Gamma Delta, stand together after being announced as We Are UCM King and Queen at the Student and Wellness Recreation Center on Friday Feb. 12. Photo by Skye Melcher

King and Queen Crowned at We Are UCM Event

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
February 22, 2021
Erin Frazier, sophomore secondary education major, makes Valentine’s Day cards for students in quarantine and for the residents of Ridgecrest Nursing Center. “Specifically for today it’s awesome because one of my sisters was telling us earlier that she was born premature, so she spent a lot of time in the NICU,” Frazier said. “So this is all really impactful for her because she’s able to give back to the NICU nurses and to the kids who are in Children’s Mercy.”

[Photo] University Organizations Serve Warrensburg

Written by Madison Preston, Reporter
February 23, 2021
The We Are UCM event featured the announcement of Donation Creation, Bowl for Kids Sake and royalty court winners.

[Photo] "We Are UCM"

February 20, 2021
Phi Sigma Pi’s spirit banner was placed in the Student Recreation and Wellness Center during the week of the We Are UCM event. Phi Sigma Pi placed first in the spirit banner competition. “I didn’t expect to win at all. Making the banner was a lot of fun, so it was nice to win,” Myra Cornwell, member of Phi Sigma Pi, said.

[Photo] UCM Students Create Banners for We Are UCM Competition

Written by Oliva Gibbs and Gabby Ellis
February 24, 2021
COVID-19 vaccines were given out at the UCM Multipurpose Building on Feb. 2.

[Photo] Warrensburg Distributes COVID-19 Vaccines at UCM

February 5, 2021
COVID-19 vaccines were given out at the UCM Multipurpose Building on Feb. 2.

[Photo] Warrensburg Distributes COVID-19 Vaccines at UCM

Written by Matthew Goldsmith and Michael Lewis
February 5, 2021
Kevin Wanner has been composing music at UCM for five years. “The biggest thing is everything has to come from you, and its one thing to hear something and its another to get it. Basically, you imagine giving a speech, but then you have to write down that speech before you gave it. It’s not always easy to write down what you hear in your head. Photo by Erica Oliver

Senior Trumpet Composes Music for Campus

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
January 29, 2021
President-elect Joe Biden, his wife Jill Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris and her husband Doug Emhoff arrive at the steps of the U.S. Capitol for the start of the official inauguration ceremonies, in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021.

UCM Students React to Biden and Harris’s Inauguration

Written by Matthew Goldsmith and Skye Melcher
January 21, 2021

Virtual Theater Performances Bring New Challenges to the Stage

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
December 8, 2020
Although the play was virtual, the Tilikum cast were shown together during the last scene of the show when Tilikum, the orca played by Danny Gage, sacrifices Dawn, an animal trainer played by Shanna Sinow. Photo submitted by Shanna Sinow

‘Tilikum’ Virtually Calls Out Racism

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
November 30, 2020

Illustration and Design Seniors Cover Gallery Walls

Written by Skye Melcher and Bethany Spitzmiller
November 27, 2020
The animal shelter continues to raise money to stay open. Illustration by Estaban Saldana

Animal Shelter Presses on by Raising $93,000

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
November 25, 2020
Carley Taylors senior photo taken on the campus of UCM.

[Photo] Goodbye and Good luck to our Graduates

Written by Muleskinner Staff
December 11, 2020
Students Head to Polls on Election Day

Students Head to Polls on Election Day

Written by Skye Melcher and Matthew Goldsmith
November 3, 2020

Students Voice Their Opinions: Characteristics of a Good President

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
November 3, 2020

Downtown Sedalia Brings People Together

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
October 21, 2020
Hidden Gems of Warrensburg: Cave Hollow

Hidden Gems of Warrensburg: Cave Hollow

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
October 4, 2020
City Deficit Could Close Warrensburg Animal Shelter

City Deficit Could Close Warrensburg Animal Shelter

Written by Skye Melcher, Features Editor
September 30, 2020

A letter from an essential worker

Written by Skye Melcher
April 26, 2020
UCM podcast brings comedy to current events

UCM podcast brings comedy to current events

Written by Skye Melcher
March 3, 2020
Spotlight brings new “Coffeehouse” music performances to UCM

Spotlight brings new “Coffeehouse” music performances to UCM

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February 20, 2020

UCM alumna Katie Sowers paves the way for women in football

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January 31, 2020
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