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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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Meah Copeland

Meah Copeland, Sports Editor

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.

All content by Meah Copeland
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Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
June 7, 2023

Six Additional Football coaches Added to Staff

Written by Meah Copeland, Reporter
May 8, 2023

UCM Students Take a Shot at March Madness

Written by Meah Copeland, Reporter
April 5, 2023
Rugby Hits the Road

Rugby Hits the Road

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
March 28, 2023
Jennies Fall Short to Lions

Jennies Fall Short to Lions

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
March 8, 2023

Jennies Escape with Win over Tigers

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
March 5, 2023
The team celebrates as the Jennies scored a point.

Jennies Advance to MIAA Semifinals

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Written by Dillon Seckington, Opinions Editor
December 3, 2022

Mules and Jennies Grabs Win

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
November 19, 2022

My Experience in a Blackhawk

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Success at the Study Abroad Fair

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Written by Muleskinner Staff, Editorial Leadership Team
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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
January 31, 2022

Reserving Practice Space Frustrates Multiple Teams

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
November 30, 2021

2020 Seniors Athletes Granted One Extra Year to Compete

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
October 29, 2021
Kurt Sunderman flattens the burgers with two spatulas as he makes stack burgers. "I've had such a great time doing this," Sunderman said. "I've met life-long friends and all these people are now my extended, and it's 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 men's 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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
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

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
March 30, 2021

Jennies Win NCAA Regional Tournament

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
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. "I'm excited to play and put in the word." The Jennies lost 5-4.

[Photo] Jennies Lose Home Opener 5-4

Written by Brandon Cannon, Reporter
March 11, 2021

Ichabods Break Jennies Six-Game Win Streak

Written by Meah Copeland, Sports Editor
March 8, 2021
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