Instructor’s Note: Go out there and find a spring story. Essentially that was the assignment. However, embedded in this simplicity were layers of complexity. The student reporters were each given… Read more »
Author: Erin Wides
Journalism taught me more than just writing
“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” These words from Winnie the Pooh accurately represent my thoughts on transitioning out of college, specifically with… Read more »
Commentary: Muleskinner adviser wins adviser of the year
“Show us, don’t just tell.” These are the words I constantly hear, like a broken record in my head. As a journalist, specifically a feature writer, I need to put… Read more »
Ambrose accepts SGA excellence award
Former UCM President Charles Ambrose returned to the university Monday to accept the James C. Kirkpatrick Excellence in Governance award given by the Student Government Association. This annual award is… Read more »
UCM is going to the dogs
Furry friends with wagging tails will be finding their way to the Elliott Student Union Mall in support of THRIVE. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, students can pet,… Read more »
Former teacher finds purpose podcasting
Once a small bedroom, now transformed into a welcoming space for people to share their stories. A chalkboard wall, slowly filling with quotes, stands behind Jill Szoo Wilson and her… Read more »
UCM superhero to many moves on to her next challenge
The Student Activities Office was recently filled with hugs, tears and laughter. What started as a blank canvas laid out on a table, quickly filled with messages of good luck…. Read more »
Nursing technology helps prepare students for careers beyond the classroom
Talking and breathing mannequins are now in the hands of UCM nursing students at one of the top nursing simulation centers and facilities in the Kansas City area. When the… Read more »
New TRIO lounge creates more space for students
An empty classroom in the Humphreys Building was recently transformed into a lounge with couches, tables, whiteboards, a projector and more — all for TRIO students to use as they… Read more »
‘August: Osage County’ tackles families coping with addiction
“August: Osage County” was chosen to be performed at UCM because when doing research for his Ph.D., instructor of theatre, Aaron Scully realized how playwriting and theater can aid in… Read more »