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(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
Voters Decide Winners in 2024 State and Local Elections
Voters Decide Winners in 2024 State and Local Elections
November 5, 2024
Outstanding Alumni Reflect on Their Experiences
November 23, 2024
Native American Storyteller Eric Hernandez Visits UCM
November 22, 2024
Students Donate Blood During Homecoming Week
Students Donate Blood During Homecoming Week
October 28, 2024
Skinner on the Street - Homecoming 2024 Edition
Skinner on the Street – Homecoming 2024 Edition
October 28, 2024
The 2024 UCM Royalty Winners Senior Derek Walsh, Junior Alexis Barnes and Junior Emma Lock embrace after being crowned homecoming royalty. The three royalty winners were announced during halftime of the homecoming football game against Washburn University on Oct. 26.
2024 Homecoming Royalty Announced at Halftime
October 26, 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
From left, Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Matt Howdeshell, Mules Football Head Coach Josh Lamberson, donor and alumnus David Neuenschwander, former coach Terry Noland, Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Foundation Executive Director Courtney Goddard and President Roger Best celebrate the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Terry Noland Football Office Complex. Terry Noland was the head coach for the UCM football team from 1983 to 1996 where Noland amassed 78 wins, seven winning seasons, and four MIAA championships.
Football Office Remodel Honors University of Central Missouri Hall of Famer Terry Noland
September 25, 2024
Illustration by Darby Mostaffa
How to Enjoy Halloween as a College Student
October 31, 2024
“Inside Out 2” My Emotions on the Emotions
“Inside Out 2” My Emotions on the Emotions
October 22, 2024
From left, student actors Allie Whitney and Dawson Black sit at the back of the room engaged in conversation while a silhouetted Lizzy Molina watches. The play, “A Long Trip,” was one of the UCM Studio One-Acts performed on Sept. 14 and 15 at the Nickerson Black Box Theatre.
A Bittersweet Set of Studio One-Acts by UCM Theatre and Dance
September 27, 2024
Graphic by: Nate Sullens
Chappell Roan Changes Fan Culture
September 24, 2024
Letter from the managing editor
August 22, 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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Madison Preston

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Madison Preston is a senior at UCM who is enrolled in digital journalism courses. She regularly submits pieces to be published at the Muleskinner.

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Prism members encouraged students to wear pride colors and come by their table in the Elliott Student Union for stickers, candy and pronoun buttons. Photo submitted by Michael Reece

Prism Celebrates Queer Identities with Gaypril

Written by Madison Preston, Reporter
April 23, 2021

Students for Political Action Shine Light on Democracy

Written by Madison Preston, Reporter
April 2, 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

Written by Madison Preston and Meah Copeland
February 26, 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.”

University Organizations Serve Warrensburg

Written by Madison Preston, Reporter
February 23, 2021

UCM Students React to Election Results

Written by Madison Preston, Reporter
November 23, 2020
Voters wait in line at New Hope Baptist Church in Independence, Missouri to make their voices heard in the 2020 Presidential election.

Students Take Opportunity to Speak Up through Votes

Written by Madison Preston, Reporter
November 5, 2020

UCM Students Make Voting Plans

Written by Madison Preston, Reporter
November 2, 2020
The workspace of a college student. Many have different setups, but in the age of COVID, they all require computers.

The Classroom Beyond Campus

Written by Madison Preston, Reporter
November 1, 2020
From left: Max, Natalie, Michelle and Maddy pose for a photo on the lake. “I enjoy kayaking with my friends because it’s a fun way to stay active without having to run,” Anderson said.

Kayaking Around Lake Jacomo

Written by Madison Preston, Reporter
October 5, 2020

Students raise awareness about hunger

Written by Madison Preston
April 10, 2019

Tunnel of Oppression seeks to teach students empathy

Written by Madison Preston
February 27, 2019

UCM leads Missouri universities in degree completion

Written by Madison Preston
February 13, 2019

UCM online MBA program among best in the country

Written by Madison Preston
February 4, 2019

Volunteer services teams with Community Blood Center for MLK blood drive

Written by Madison Preston
January 16, 2019
Marissa Johnson, left, and Shelby Briscoe pose at the State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition at UCM Nov. 2. (Photo submitted by Shelby Briscoe / For the Muleskinner)

UCM team takes gold in State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition

Written by Madison Preston
November 28, 2018

UCM graduate students find success at University of Iowa hackathon

Written by Madison Preston
November 8, 2018
Illustration by Britan Bray/Illustrator

Supreme Court confirmation sparks sexual assault conversation

Written by Madison Preston
October 10, 2018

Careers in Government Day

Written by Madison Preston
September 18, 2018

Women's right to vote lecture Sept. 19

Written by Madison Preston
September 18, 2018
Chuck Ambrose speaks Thursday, Aug. 23, at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center during a ceremony celebrating his eight-year tenure as UCM president. (Photo by Erica Oliver/Assistant Photo Editor)

UCM honors Ambrose, welcomes Best

Written by Madison Preston
August 27, 2018
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