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Warrensburg citizens celebrate at Players as the 2024 election unfolds. Denny Hoskins, Missouri Secretary of State candidate, hosted a watch party for members of the community.
Election Season Impacts Warrensburg
November 24, 2024
(From left to right) Katie Kaminski and Gracie Heath smile together in the Highlander Theatre. The two friends met at UCM. Heath will graduate from UCM in Dec. 2024 with a bachelor’s in theater. Photo submitted by Gracie Heath.
Mulechella Memories Make Lasting Impact
November 23, 2024
Scholarships Open Opportunities for Students
November 23, 2024
On Nov. 19 at 9:06 a.m., University of Central Missouri students gathered outside of the Union Mall, located on the east side of the Elliot Student Union, to express their opposing views to demonstrator Jeffrey Mullen. Many students brought LGBTQ+ flags to the scene to show support for the LGBTQ+ community.
Students Rally Outside Union to Oppose Demonstrator
November 22, 2024
(From left to right) University of Central Missouri President Roger Best, Rachel Wesly, Nancy Fourth, Greg Thurman, Michael Hough, Courtney Goddard and Matt Thomas celebrate the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Hough Counseling Center in the Warren C. Lovinger Education Building on Oct. 24. During the ceremony, Thurman and Hough thanked UCM for providing them various opportunities they believed to have strongly impacted their lives.
New Hough Counseling Center Provides Opportunities and Resources to Students
November 22, 2024
Students Attend 2024 International Food Festival
December 2, 2024
UCM Hosts Largest-Ever Trading Moon Powwow
November 25, 2024
Opportunity Grants Impact Facilities On Campus
November 24, 2024
Outstanding Alumni Reflect on Their Experiences
November 23, 2024
Native American Storyteller Eric Hernandez Visits UCM
November 22, 2024
Former Mules Football Head Coach Terry Noland looks on as his team celebrates becoming the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association Champions after defeating Lincoln 56-9. During his 13-year career, Noland led the Mules to four MIAA championships. Submitted by UCM McClure Archives.
Former Coach Leaves Lasting Impact on Players
November 24, 2024
Passing the Torch
November 13, 2024
Members of the UCM football team celebrate successfully winning their homecoming game. With this victory, the Mules sit 5-3 overall this season
UCM 2024 Homecoming Football Game
October 30, 2024
From left Senior Jake Lippe, Senior NyNy Davis, Senior Zach Patterson and Freshman LaAngelo Bell celebrate a successful touchdown. The Mules won 36-35 with Senior Zach Patterson leading the game in receiving yards and Bell leading the game in rushing yards on Sept. 28 at the Audrey J. Walton Stadium.
UCM October 2024 Home Game Highlights
October 23, 2024
Senior Defensive Back Anthony Wilson dives over a member of the opposing team and attempts to intercept the ball, resulting in Wilson flipping on his head. Despite this incident, Wilson continued playing for the rest of the game with no injuries.
Mules First Game of the Season Celebrated Across Campus
October 22, 2024
Cory Bittner, UCM alumnus and Secretary of the Alumni Foundation Board of Directors, speaks at the 2024 spring commencement. Bittner graduated from UCM in 2011 and met his wife and current business partner through UCM. Photo submitted by Cory Bittner.
How UCM Changed My Life and Why I Give Back
November 25, 2024
(From left to right) Katie Kaminski and Gracie Heath smile together in the Highlander Theatre. The two friends met at UCM. Heath will graduate from UCM in Dec. 2024 with a bachelor’s in theater. Photo submitted by Gracie Heath.
Mulechella Memories Make Lasting Impact
November 23, 2024
Joanna Curless celebrates her graduation from UCM in May of 2024 in front of the Lovinger Building. Curless earned her bachelor’s of science in education and par- ticipated in student teaching during her time at UCM. Photo submitted by Joanna Curless.
Teacher Gives Thanks to UCM
November 22, 2024
Illustration by Darby Mostaffa
How to Enjoy Halloween as a College Student
October 31, 2024
Submitted by Mishbah Qureshi
Coming Full Circle: Finding a Home Away from Home
October 25, 2024
Students Donate Blood During Homecoming Week
Students Donate Blood During Homecoming Week
October 28, 2024
Students attend a presentation explaining the power of their vote hosted by UCM’s Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity and American Democracy Project on Sept. 9. During this presentation, both domestic students and international students shared their different perspectives and comments on voting in America and in other countries.
International Students Attend the Power of the Vote Event
September 25, 2024
Students visit tables representing schools or programs in different countries set up in the UCM Stu- dent Union on Sept. 11 as part of the Study Abroad Fair. The Study Abroad Fair is an event held on campus to help inform students about the different possibilities available to them to travel abroad.
Study Abroad Brings Worlds Closer Together
September 25, 2024
Art by: Sammy Como
Artist of the Month
September 24, 2024
New Policy Adds Alcoholic Drinks at Game Day Concessions for Fans
New Policy Adds Alcoholic Drinks at Game Day Concessions for Fans
September 24, 2024
Members of the UCM football team celebrate successfully winning their homecoming game. With this victory, the Mules sit 5-3 overall this season
UCM 2024 Homecoming Football Game
October 30, 2024
From left Senior Jake Lippe, Senior NyNy Davis, Senior Zach Patterson and Freshman LaAngelo Bell celebrate a successful touchdown. The Mules won 36-35 with Senior Zach Patterson leading the game in receiving yards and Bell leading the game in rushing yards on Sept. 28 at the Audrey J. Walton Stadium.
UCM October 2024 Home Game Highlights
October 23, 2024
Senior Defensive Back Anthony Wilson dives over a member of the opposing team and attempts to intercept the ball, resulting in Wilson flipping on his head. Despite this incident, Wilson continued playing for the rest of the game with no injuries.
Mules First Game of the Season Celebrated Across Campus
October 22, 2024
Amtrak offers 15 percent student travel discount
October 30, 2024
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Ellie Whitesell, Multimedia Manager

Ellie Whitesell is a senior with a Photography major as well as the Multimedia Manager. She has been involved in journalism since high school. Now getting into the newsroom rules she is thinking about making it her life long career. She has loved taking photos since I child, it has always a hobby of mine until she realized that she could make a career of ourselves. 

All content by Ellie Whitesell
Muleskinner Vol. 117 Issue 5 Special Olympics QR Code

[Photo] UCM hosts Special Olympics

Written by Aaron Bax, Sports Editor
May 1, 2024
: Dufu is practicing before the high jump event on April 12. He started jumping at 2.04 m and ended with an attempt at jumping 2.21 m but was unable to pass the bar.

[Photo] Cadman wins gold with 2.23 m jump

Written by Ella Bland, Staff Writer
April 30, 2024
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[Photo] “Romeo and Juliet”, a twist on an age-old tale

Written by Kaia Trujillo, Opinions Editor
April 29, 2024
Office of Student Activities hosts a watch event on the lawn of JCKL for the solar eclipse on April 8. There were more than 300 students, staff and faculty in attendence.

[Photo] Students enjoy solar eclipse watch event

Written by Darby Mostaffa, Features Editor
May 1, 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.

[Photo] Former World Series MVP speaks at UCM First Pitch Banquet

Written by Brad Hadank, Staff Reporter
March 27, 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.

[Photo] The Hughes Legacy will live on

Written by Ella Bland, Staff Writer
March 4, 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.

[Photo] New York Times best selling author visits campus

Written by Darby Mostaffa, Features Editor
March 5, 2024
Photo By: Braeden Sholes

Fencing club continues spring season

Written by Ellie Whitesell, Multimedia Manager
January 29, 2024
Roxxy Malone performs at the 12th annual Red, White and Rainbow Drag Show on Oct. 3 at Hendrick’s Hall. Malone was awarded the Miss Gay Missouri United States at Large 2021. The drag queens and king performed to many songs at the annual UCM event, featuring multiple costume changes.

[Photo] Drag Show Brings Joy and Support

Written by Linda Alviar, News Editor
November 14, 2023
Betsy Kreisel, a criminal justice faculty member and associate dean for the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies, takes a moment of silence at the "Shine a Light" event.

[Photo] Students Shine a Light on Sexual Assault

Written by Rachel Becker, Editor-in-Chief
May 8, 2023
University of Central Missouri’s Assistant Manager of Custodial Facilities Shannon Weaver at her office. Weaver said one of the goals for returning recycling to campus is to sustain a good environment for students.

Recycling Returns to Campus

Written by Ellie Whitesell and Muritala Ayinla
April 5, 2023
At the Victory parade on Feb. 15 Kansas City Chiefs Saftey Justin Reid is taking photos with fans. Reid is celebrating with the fans after winning the 2023 Superbowl.

[Photo] Kansas City Celebrates 2023 Super Bowl Win

Written by Dillon Seckington, Features and Opinions Editor
March 2, 2023
During the Victory Parade on Feb. 15 tight end Travis Kelce enjoys his celebration with the Chiefs fans. Donna Kelce, mother of Travis, takes photos on her phone to remember this day.

[Photo] Ten Wrestlers Head to NCAA Division II Super Regionals

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
February 28, 2023
Teresa Britton, nurse practitioner at the University Health Center filling a syringe. UCM’s health center offers flu shots as well as COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.

[Photo] Health Officials Give Vaccine Advice

Written by Rachel Becker, Editor-in-Chief
December 2, 2022
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”.

[Photo] Honoring UCM’s Heritage

December 1, 2022
Michael Cadwell wins homecoming king while UCM President Roger Best looks on as he waits to present the next award. Cadwell received the kings medal by 2021 winner Alex Chase

[Photo] Seeing Red: Homecoming Moments

November 3, 2022
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[Photo] Rachel Becker

September 14, 2022

Blackhawk Flights

Written by Ellie Whitesell, Photographer
September 8, 2022
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