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Welcome to the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ News Bureau

At the Âé¶¹´«Ã½, we believe in the power of stories to inform, inspire and connect. The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Bureau serves as the university's central source for official news, announcements and feature stories that highlight the achievements, events and initiatives shaping our campus community.

Our team provides timely, accurate and engaging content that reflects the university's commitment to academic excellence, student success and community engagement. Whether you're a student, faculty or staff member, alumnus, journalist or visitor, we invite you to explore our latest updates and discover the many ways UCM is redefining what's possible locally, nationally and globally.

 

 
A person is wearing a dark-colored suit and holding two diploma/award covers. The person is looking at the camera and standing in front of two banners advertising the Southern Police Institute.
Honors and Awards, University News, Department of Public Safety

UCM Police Sergeant Graduates from Nation's Premier Administrative Officers Course

Âé¶¹´«Ã½ (UCM) Police Sgt. Joe Jennings has graduated from the 155th Administrative Officers Course (AOC) at the University of Louisville’s Southern Police Institute (SPI), completing one of the most selective and demanding law enforcement leadership programs in the country.

May 21, 2026
Flanked by UCM Board of Governors President John Collier, left, and UCM President Roger Best, Dr. Adam Runyon received the faculty Education for Service Award at the April 2026 Board of Governors meeting in Warrensburg.
Honors and Awards, Board of Governors, University News

UCM Board of Governors Advances Student Success Initiatives, Strategic Planning and Oversight Measures

The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ (UCM) Board of Governors took action on student success initiatives, reviewed progress on a new strategic plan and approved key oversight measures during its April 24 meeting.

May 05, 2026
A young woman is standing behind a podium giving a speech. There is a black curtain behind her. She is wearing a black graduation cap and gown. On the stage behind her are several UCM leaders sitting in chairs also wearing graduation regalia. Dozens of graduates are seen in front of her, sitting in chairs on the floor in front of the stage. They are all wearing graduation caps and some are decorated.
University News, Events, Commencement, Honors and Awards

UCM to Celebrate 2026 Spring Commencement May 8-9

The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ (UCM) will welcome thousands of visitors as it hosts the 2026 Spring Commencement exercises Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9, in the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center.

May 01, 2026
A person is wearing a dark-colored suit and holding two diploma/award covers. The person is looking at the camera and standing in front of two banners advertising the Southern Police Institute.
Honors and Awards, University News, Department of Public Safety

UCM Police Sergeant Graduates from Nation's Premier Administrative Officers Course

Âé¶¹´«Ã½ (UCM) Police Sgt. Joe Jennings has graduated from the 155th Administrative Officers Course (AOC) at the University of Louisville’s Southern Police Institute (SPI), completing one of the most selective and demanding law enforcement leadership programs in the country.

May 21, 2026
Flanked by UCM Board of Governors President John Collier, left, and UCM President Roger Best, Dr. Adam Runyon received the faculty Education for Service Award at the April 2026 Board of Governors meeting in Warrensburg.
Honors and Awards, Board of Governors, University News

UCM Board of Governors Advances Student Success Initiatives, Strategic Planning and Oversight Measures

The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ (UCM) Board of Governors took action on student success initiatives, reviewed progress on a new strategic plan and approved key oversight measures during its April 24 meeting.

May 05, 2026
A young woman is standing behind a podium giving a speech. There is a black curtain behind her. She is wearing a black graduation cap and gown. On the stage behind her are several UCM leaders sitting in chairs also wearing graduation regalia. Dozens of graduates are seen in front of her, sitting in chairs on the floor in front of the stage. They are all wearing graduation caps and some are decorated.
University News, Events, Commencement, Honors and Awards

UCM to Celebrate 2026 Spring Commencement May 8-9

The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ (UCM) will welcome thousands of visitors as it hosts the 2026 Spring Commencement exercises Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9, in the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center.

May 01, 2026
 

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Alex Greenwood

Alex Greenwood

Director of University Communications and Media Relations
 
jgreenwood@ucmo.edu

Nicole Lyons

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Assistant Director of University Communications and Media Engagement
 
ncooke@ucmo.edu

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