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UCM Students were able to travel to Austria and the Czech Republic during spring break.

Despite COVID-19 and Ukraine Invasion, UCM Students are Inspired While Studying Abroad

Written by Anna Furney, Reporter • March 30, 2022

  After being delayed for two years, the first UCM study abroad program since COVID-19 took place over spring break and brought students to Austria and the Czech Republic. While concerned about COVID-19...

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The library Einstein location used to be open for longer hours than other UCM restaurant options. “When students knew in advance that that location was closed, maybe they would stop by a Starbucks or the Student Recreation and Wellness Center location on their way to the library … unfortunately we have lost some sales and that’s why we want that operation open as quickly as we can," Dreslinski said.

Einstein Bros Temporarily Closed Due to Staff Shortage

Written by Lillian Tate, Reporter • February 28, 2022

  Students at the University of Central Missouri returned from winter break to find that the James C Kirkpatrick Library Einstein Bagel Bros location has shut down until further notice because of a labor...

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Missouri Governor Mike Parson, center, conducts a roundtable discussion at the University of Central Missouri that also includes, from left, Zora Mulligan, commissioner of higher education in Missouri; Roger Best, UCM president; Joanna Anderson, State Fair Community College president; and Kayla Hahn, the governor’s policy director.

Missouri Officials Discuss the Future of Education

Written by Emma Fischer and Anna Furney • February 28, 2022

  On Feb. 17, Missouri Governor Mike Parson visited the University of Central Missouri campus to engage in a roundtable discussion with various state and school officials across Missouri to examine the...

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Trade School is not Less than University

Written by Anna Furney, Reporter • February 7, 2022

 Within the first month of 2022, college enrollment in the United States is noticeably lower than last year on average. According to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center’s publishing from...

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A mascot for the Year of the Tiger is on display near the International Trade Center in Beijing. The word in the middle means "spring."

Beijing Celebrates the Chinese Lunar New Year

Written by Junping Xia, Reporter • February 4, 2022

It is currently the Chinese Lunar New Year. People celebrate this important traditional festival in different ways. The Chinese Lunar New Year, also known as the "Spring Festival," aims to get rid of the...

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From left to right Ichino Murakami, Mylanna Holman, and Delyla Boyd sit together wearing face masks and attending an online course. "People are losing their lives, so it's important that you just wear [a mask] to participate whether you agree or disagree," Boyd said.

COVID-19 Precautions Continue at UCM

Written by Libby East, Features Editor • January 28, 2022

  Students, faculty and staff at the University of Central Missouri continue to adapt to new precautions as COVID-19 evolves and the CDC makes new recommendations. While the UCM community balances masking,...

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COVID-19 Increases Cause Mask Mandate Extension

Written by Matthew Goldsmith, News Editor • December 8, 2021

  While some area universities have lifted their campus-wide mask mandates, the University of Central Missouri’s face coverings requirement stays intact.   UCM announced that the mask mandate...

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COVID-19 Cases Decrease, Masks Continue

Written by Matthew Goldsmith, News Editor • October 22, 2021

  As of Oct. 15, the University of Central Missouri has 10 known active student COVID-19 cases and two faculty/staff cases. Student case numbers on campus have gone down in the last month, as there were...

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Brittany Walquist and Teresa Scarbrough stand at their booth on Holden street. "One of the things today, in chatting with people, is that those who have experience in ceramics are drawn to the booth, and they’ll share their experiences, and that’s been very satisfying to meet other ceramists," Scarbrough said. She and Walquist have sold separately at various events, but this is their first time running a table together.

Artists in the Burg Display their Creativity

Written by Emma Fischer, Reporter • October 19, 2021

  Even though it had rained and the clouds hung low over the square, families, friends and dog-walkers meandered down Holden Street on Oct. 1 and 2, watching live entertainment, participating in the...

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Karrie Snider, associate professor of early childhood education, works with some of her students on a class activity.

COVID-19’s Impact on UCM’s Future Educators

Written by Matthew Goldsmith, News Editor • October 2, 2021

  From in-person mask mandates and social distancing to virtual learning, COVID-19 has brought significant changes to education and the classroom environment. These changes have especially impacted education...

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The International Student Organization at the University of Central Missouri gathers for a game night. Photo submitted by Sarvesh Patel

International Student Enrollment Increased

Written by Gina Cusimano, Reporter • September 29, 2021

  Although international student enrollment had dropped during the COVID-19 pandemic, with 782 students in fall 2019 and 621 students during fall 2020, international student enrollment has increased this...

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Students and people from the community came out to participate in the Get The Red Out event. Get The Red Out was followed by the first football game of the season.

No Masks Required at Outdoor Events

Written by Yohannes Girma, Reporter • September 27, 2021

  After being canceled last year because of COVID-19, the Get the Red Out event was held on Sept. 2 near Walton Stadium. Get the Red Out is an annual fair event where clubs and organizations get to connect...

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