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News Bureau

Welcome to the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ News Bureau

At the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, we believe in the power of stories to inform, inspire and connect. The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ News 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 ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is redefining what's possible locally, nationally and globally.

 

 
Two people are facing each other and shaking hands while holding a gift bag in their other hand. The person on the left is wearing a dark blue suit, a white-collared shirt, and a red tie. The person on the right is wearing a black-and-blue floral dress. They are standing in front of a white TV screen that shows the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and MCC logos.
University News, Direct Connect

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, Metropolitan Community College Sign Agreement to Strengthen Transfer Pathways

The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ (ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½) and Metropolitan Community College (MCC) have signed a new memorandum of agreement designed to create a more direct, affordable and supportive pathway for MCC students who plan to complete an associate degree and continue toward a bachelor’s degree at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.

June 19, 2026
MACC + ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ signing with staff from each institution gathered around presidents at signing.
Direct Connect, University News

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, Moberly Area Community College Sign Direct Connect Transfer Agreement

The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ (ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½) and Moberly Area Community College (MACC) formalized a new partnership April 21, 2025, signing a memorandum of understanding at MACC’s Columbia campus that launches the MACC+ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Direct Connect transfer program. The agreement creates a streamlined and cost-effective pathway for MACC students to complete an associate degree while concurrently working toward a bachelor’s degree at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.

April 29, 2025
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ President Roger Best and JC President Dena McCaffery
University News, Direct Connect

Direct Connect Provides Seamless, Affordable Pathway to Degrees at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and Jefferson College

The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and Jefferson College have partnered to provide students with a seamless, affordable pathway from an associate degree to a bachelor’s degree.

December 05, 2024
Two people are facing each other and shaking hands while holding a gift bag in their other hand. The person on the left is wearing a dark blue suit, a white-collared shirt, and a red tie. The person on the right is wearing a black-and-blue floral dress. They are standing in front of a white TV screen that shows the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and MCC logos.
University News, Direct Connect

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, Metropolitan Community College Sign Agreement to Strengthen Transfer Pathways

The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ (ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½) and Metropolitan Community College (MCC) have signed a new memorandum of agreement designed to create a more direct, affordable and supportive pathway for MCC students who plan to complete an associate degree and continue toward a bachelor’s degree at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.

June 19, 2026
MACC + ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ signing with staff from each institution gathered around presidents at signing.
Direct Connect, University News

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, Moberly Area Community College Sign Direct Connect Transfer Agreement

The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ (ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½) and Moberly Area Community College (MACC) formalized a new partnership April 21, 2025, signing a memorandum of understanding at MACC’s Columbia campus that launches the MACC+ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Direct Connect transfer program. The agreement creates a streamlined and cost-effective pathway for MACC students to complete an associate degree while concurrently working toward a bachelor’s degree at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.

April 29, 2025
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ President Roger Best and JC President Dena McCaffery
University News, Direct Connect

Direct Connect Provides Seamless, Affordable Pathway to Degrees at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and Jefferson College

The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and Jefferson College have partnered to provide students with a seamless, affordable pathway from an associate degree to a bachelor’s degree.

December 05, 2024
 

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ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ boasts a diverse faculty and staff with expertise across a wide range of subjects. Visit our Experts Directory to find individuals willing to share information with the news media and local organizations.

 

 

 

News Bureau Contacts

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½'s Integrated Marketing and Communications (IMC) staff is available to answer media questions, present an overview of our campus community, identify subject-matter experts in our faculty, provide photos/video footage and work with you on articles related to higher education.

Alex Greenwood

Alex Greenwood

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

Nicole Lyons

Nicole Lyons

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

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