Introduction to UM-St. Louis
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The University of Missouri-St. Louis is one of
four campuses that constitute the The university remained a single-campus
institution until 1870, when the Rolla campus was opened. In the 1960s
a movement began across the country toward creation of public universities
located within metropolitan centers. That movement marked the most significant
change in higher education in the twentieth century, and the The notion of a major public institution
serving the One of the keys to this university's
development as an outstanding institution has been the careful selection
of faculty over the years. UM-St. Louis has attracted some of the top
authorities in many fields. More than 90 percent of the full-time regular
faculty hold doctoral degrees, a figure that
far exceeds the national average. These professionals develop new theories
and new procedures, and in so doing attract millions of dollars each year
in research funding. Student enrollment has grown from 600
in 1963 to more than 15,000. The numbers have changed, but not the spirit.
Faculty and students are still most concerned with the education of new
talent, which is the basis for the future social, intellectual, and economic
health of The curriculum has grown to include
more than 40 undergraduate programs, 30 master's programs, seven preprofessional programs, 12 doctoral programs, and one professional
degree program. Programs address the particular needs of older students
returning to school; of students pursuing pre-architecture, pre-law, pre-medicine,
pre-pharmacy, pre-engineering, or pre-journalism courses, and of students
interested in urban careers. Many opportunities exist for students to combine
their academic course work with internships that often lead to job offers. Mission StatementThe University of Missouri-St. Louis
is the land-grant research institution committed to meeting the diverse
needs in the state's largest metropolitan community. It educates traditional
and nontraditional students in undergraduate, graduate, and professional
programs so that they may provide leadership in health professions, liberal
and fine arts, science and technology, and metropolitan affairs such as
business, education, and public policy. University research advances knowledge
in all areas, and through outreach and public service, assists in solving,
in particular, problems of the Academic programs are enriched through advanced
technologies and partnerships that link UM-St. Louis to institutions and
businesses locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally. Its special
commitment to partnership provides UM-St, Louis with a leadership role
among public educational and cultural institutions in improving the region's
quality of life, while its relations with two- and four-year colleges
and universities in the Academic StructureUM-St. Louis consists of the College of Arts and Sciences. The The campus oldest and largest college,
Arts and Sciences takes special pride in its professional faculty of nearly 200, all of whom hold earned Ph.D. degrees.
The College offers a wide range of accredited baccalaureate, master’s
and doctoral degrees and multi-disciplinary certificates through 15 departments
and the Institute for Women’s and Gender Studies. Anthropology (B.A.) Biology (B.A., B.S., M.S., Ph.D.) Chemistry and Biochemistry (B.A.,B.S., M.S., Ph.D.) Criminology and Criminal Justice
(B.S., M.A., Ph.D.) Economics (B.A., B.S., M.A.) English (B.A., M.A., M.F.A.) Foreign Languages and Literatures (B.A.
in French and Spanish) History (B.A., M.A.) Mathematics and Computer Science
(B.A., B.S., M.A., M.S., Ph.D.) Philosophy (B.A., M.A.) Physics and Astronomy (B.A.,
B.S., M.A., Ph.D.) Political Science (B.A., M.A.,
Ph.D.) Psychology (B.A., M.A., Ph.D.) Social Work (B.S.W., M.S.W.) Sociology (B.A., B.S., M.A.) Women’s and Gender Studies (certificate) Whether completing general education
requirements or pursuing a specific degree, undergraduate students have
the opportunity to learn from internationally renowned faculty such as
E. Desmond Lee Professor Patricia Parker (Biology), Distinguished Teaching
Professor J. Martin Rochester (Political Science), and Curators’ Professor
Scott Decker (Criminology and Criminal Justice). Student participation in internships with the
university’s public and corporate partners paves the way for subsequent
employment. Collaborative research
by students and faculty similarly expands both intellectual horizons and
prospects for graduate study and professional careers. Alumni of the
Consistently one of the top two institutions
in the state in preparation of educators, the The College includes the departments of Art and Art History, Communication, Music, and Theatre and Dance. The faculty and alumni of the College have distinguished themselves as scholars visual artists, teachers and performers. The University’s new $55 million For students interested in traditional
university study, the This degree option may also provide
an alternative to traditional degrees, by allowing mature adults to develop
an interdisciplinary program specifically tailored to their individual
needs and interests. Programs offered in the The The Pierre Laclede Honors College brings
together intellectually curious and gifted students who are pursuing various
career goals and earning degrees in disciplines offered by the university's
other undergraduate schools and colleges. Honors Scholars follow a special
curriculum that combines The college also coordinates participation
in The National Student Exchange (NSE), an association of 174 colleges
and universities that have joined to provide tuition reciprocal exchange
opportunities for their students. Since 1968, over 70,000 students have
been placed at campuses across the Students have gone to Barnes The Barnes College of Nursing and Health
Studies offers programs at the bachelor's, master's,
and doctoral levels. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is available for
a student wishing to pursue a program of study leading to eligibility
to complete state licensure examinations to become a registered nurse
(R.N.). In addition, an upper-level option designed for the associate
degree or diploma-educated registered nurse avoids repeating basic nursing
course work. The Master of Science in Nursing, a cooperative program with
UM-Kansas City School of Nursing, offers studies in adult, children's,
and women's health. Practitioner options are also available (adult, family,
pediatric, and women) as part of the MSN program. The Ph.D. in Nursing
offers studies focused on health promotion and protection, health restoration
and support, and health care systems. The Barnes College of Nursing and Health
Studies also offers bachelor's programs in health
studies with options in cytotechnology and clinical
laboratory science. Both programs
are accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation. UM-St. Louis/Washington University Joint Undergraduate Engineering Program. The Division of Continuing Education and Outreach Continuing Education and Outreach extends
the university's expertise to the community by offering a variety of credit
and noncredit courses, both on- and off- campus. It also sponsors programs
in the community, such as the annual St. Louis Storytelling
Festival. Office of International Student Services of the Center for International Studies The Office of International Student
Services assists international students and scholars with undergraduate
and graduate admission, credential and transfer credit evaluations, visa
and immigration advising, pre-arrival and cultural adaptation assistance,
new international student and scholar orientation, prospective student
information requests, and personal advising. The office also coordinates
activities for integration of students and scholars into the community
by facilitating cultural events and activities, coordinating the annual
International Student Speaker's Bureau, and working
closely with other campus and community organizations. Student Life
Although UM-St. Louis provides opportunities
for all students through a demanding curriculum, the life of the university
is not all work. There are a great many leisure-time activities, either
free or at reduced cost to students. Numerous student organizations, from
the Accounting Club to Zeta Tau Alpha sorority,
seek members-and leaders. Interesting speakers, concerts, film series,
plays, exhibits, recitals, and a host of informal gatherings crowd each
week's schedule. The The university
offers a wide range of varsity and intramural sports for students, whether
as players or spectators. On the varsity level, Rivermen
and Riverwomen compete in most major sports.
UM-St. Louis men's soccer teams have participated in numerous NCAA Division
II tournaments; the team won the national title in 1973. The men's basketball,
baseball, and golf teams frequently play in national tournaments. The
expanding women's program includes varsity competition in basketball,
soccer, softball, volleyball, and tennis. The women's
soccer team ranks annually in the top 20 teams nationwide. The Mark Twain athletic facility offers
a state-of-the-art fitness center, weight room, swimming pool, and basketball,
volleyball, handball, and racquetball courts. Outdoor facilities include
tennis and handball courts, a fitness trail, and baseball, soccer, and
softball fields. Students will find fitness activities,
both organized and individual, to suit their interests and needs. Intramural
sports are available to all students, with schedules designed for maximum
participation. Graduates
The graduates of UM-St. Louis reflect
the diversity found in a metropolitan community. The university has more
than 62,000 graduates living in all 50 states and several foreign countries.
Of these alumni, more than 80 percent continue to live and work in the
The university is a major force in
providing the region with a highly educated and diverse work force. Alumni
can be found in companies and organizations throughout the region and
nation. UM-St. Louis has graduated more than 6,000 accountants, 4,600
nurses, and 400 doctors of optometry. With more than 8,000 graduates,
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