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On the west coast of South America, Lima, the capital of Peru, maintains its colonial culture while nurturing a modern metropolitan city. At the center of the capital is a thriving metropolis with towering skyscrapers and paved green streets that put many American cities to shame. Streets are bustling with pedestrians of all walks of...
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On April 10, UMSL hosted the university’s first-ever anime pop culture convention. The convention drew a crowd of over 180 students, staff and children. Everyone joined for this one night to celebrate their love for Japanese anime and manga. The event was meticulously planned by the Student Program Manager of Community and Belonging, Remy Xa,...
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In recent years, UMSL students have noticed their tuition going toward new campus projects instead of buildings currently used by students, such as Clark and Lucas Halls. In 2023, the university launched “Transform UMSL,” a $100 million development project including a new welcome and alumni center, a library transformation and a reconstructed north campus. N
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In 1967, the University of Missouri-St. Louis presented its first graduating class of 205 students. Since then, the university has issued more than 125,000 degrees to over 119,000 individuals (75% whom live and work in Missouri). Today, the campus has expanded to over 350 acres in suburban St. Louis County. UMSL graduates can be found...
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Each year in the United States, up to one billion birds die after colliding with buildings. Most people never notice this issue, but on UMSL’s campus, I did. Recently, I found a small song sparrow (Melospiza melodia) lying motionless beside a large glass window at the UMSL Campus Recreation (REC). With no visible injuries, the...
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