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Voters Decide Winners in 2024 State and Local Elections
Voters Decide Winners in 2024 State and Local Elections
November 5, 2024
Numerous political yard signs are displayed outside of the Johnson County Republican Headquarters, located at 1202 South Maguire St.
Political Headquarters Provide Opportunities for Student Involvement
November 5, 2024
Graphic by Darby Mostaffa
Final Provost Candidates Meet with Students
October 30, 2024
Students Reduce Stigma Surrounding Mental Health
Students Reduce Stigma Surrounding Mental Health
October 26, 2024
Voting Registration Deadlines Approach for November Election
Voting Registration Deadlines Approach for November Election
October 25, 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
Families Reunite at Family Weekend Breakfast
Families Reunite at Family Weekend Breakfast
October 25, 2024
Lindsday Dobson stands with the models of her collection on the runway at Kansas City Fashion Week. Student Designers are given the opportunity to share their skills at KCFW by applying and meeting with KCFW's Style Board. Photo Submitted by KCFW
UCM Fashion Student Debuts Collection at KC Fashion Week
October 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
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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Zayin Barnes

Zayin Barnes, Reporter

Zayin Barnes was a sports reporter for the Muleskinner from fall of 2020 til the end of the year. After that he stepped into the features editor role to coach and mentor other reporters His major is digital media production with a minor in communication studies.

All content by Zayin Barnes
Taylor Herrmann twirls her baton at every football game alongside the Marching Mules. Photo courtesy of UCM Bands.

Twirler Taylor Herrmann Makes her Mark on Campus

Written by Zayin Barnes, Features Editor
October 22, 2021
Mules offense sets up to snap the ball.

Football Mules Gearing Up for Next Season

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
April 29, 2021

Board of Governors Approves Blended Tuition Rate

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
April 26, 2021

Athletic Staff Safe from Retrenchment

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
April 26, 2021
The Jennies played the Fort Hays Tigers at home on April 13. Redshirt sophomore Jessica Sader and redshirt freshman Abbey Fischer are down and ready for the ball. The Jennies took the victory with 4-2 in both game one and game two.

Jennies’ Softball Wins Double Header Against Fort Hays Lady Tigers

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
April 19, 2021

The Players

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
April 6, 2021
Addie Nerstheimer performs on the sidelines for the Mules basketball game on Jan. 28. Nerstheimer said her favorite part about dancing at basketball games is being able to spend time with the team and dancing at halftime.

Senior Spotlight: Mulekicker Addie Nerstheimer

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
March 30, 2021
UCM President Roger Best received his vaccination Feb. 23, 2021. Many UCM students and faculty are hopeful that next semester can be back to normal as more COVID-19 vaccinations are distributed

COVID-19 Vaccines Bring Hope

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
March 26, 2021
On Feb 9. and Feb 10., the Union Bowling Center hosted a two day event called Bowling For Kid's Sake.

UCM Student Organizations Bowl for Kids’ Sake

Written by Zayin Barnes and Meah Copeland
February 23, 2021

Mule Spotlight: Jan Jansky

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
February 5, 2021
Jacqueline Garcia-Ulloa Morales bowls in the UCM Elliott Union Bowling Center during the 2019 fall semester. Since age 12, she has been a competitive bowler. Garcia-Ulloa Morales' homeland is Mexico and has adapted to the American collegiate league. Photo submitted by Jacqueline Garcia-Ulloa Morales

Senior Spotlight: Jacqueline Garcia-Ulloa Morales

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
November 30, 2020

Marching Mules and Color Guard Rock New Uniforms

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
November 1, 2020
The Marching Mules have adapted to COVID-19 precautions by putting their instruments in special bags or using bell coverings.

Marching Mules Stomp COVID-19

Written by Zayin Barnes, Reporter
October 7, 2020
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