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Kat Laura

Call or Text me at: (314) 207-0719
Email me at: klara@ucmo.edu
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Hometown:
Kansas City, MO

Best advice for incoming students:
My best advice would be to get involved. You never know who you will meet. Also take care of yourself; mentally, physically, and spiritually. Reach out to someone if you are struggling or if you are needing someone to talk about your successes.

My favorite place on campus:
I am still new to campus but so far, the rec center is so far my favorite place. You are able to do just about anything there. Eat, work out, relax, and socialize.

Why you should consider UCM:
UCM has a variety of programs to choose from with top of notch professors that are willing to help all their students succeed. UCM is also a place for students who are looking for the opportunity to further their education at an affordable cost. This is a great place to take chances and start the new chapter of your life.

I wish I would have known:
I wish I would have known about the cost of UCM. I wish it would have been stressed to me as a teenager how important it was to select a more affordable institution.

College Activities:
I was a founding member of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority Inc. The FIRST Latina based multicultural sorority at The University of Missouri- Kansas City (UMKC). This allowed us to bridge the gap between white and black sororities and fraternities on our campus. Our goal was to empower women of ALL cultures to have a home for future women entering UMKC that also felt out of place. I had to work full-time while attending school full-time, I only had time to dedicate time to one activity during my undergrad.

Hank Mendenhall

Call or Text me at: (816) 207-2078
Email me at: mendenhall@ucmo.edu
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Hometown:
Lees Summit, MO

Best advise for incoming students?
Get involved on campus. There are so many great organizations and opportunities around campus and the best way to meet new friends and enjoy your college experience is to get involved.

My favorite place on campus:
Student Union. To me it's the central hub of the campus. It's a place to fill up on food, hand out and talk with friends, or visit the Student Success Advising Center. There is always something going on in the Union.

Why you should consider UCM:
You should consider UCM because it is a forward thinking university. UCM is focused on hands on, real world experience that gets students job ready. UCM is open and available to anyone who wants to further grow their education.

I wish I would have known:
How to ask for help and get assistance. College is not something you have to do alone and UCM offers so many programs to help assist students. It could be help on a paper, or help with financial aid but it is important to seek out those resources.

Best advice for incoming freshman:
Enjoy your time at college. College truly is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Take advantage of it by exploring your interests and find out what brings you happiness.

College activities:
History and Political Science Club, Intramural Sports, ESOL Partners.

Jared Marcuson

Call or Text me at: (660) 208-4528
Email me at: marcuson@ucmo.edu
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Hometown:
Oberlin, KS

Why I Chose UCM:
I chose UCM because of it's close proximity to home, as well as the fact that it offered the Open Options Program. For me, it was really scary to choose a major at 17 or 18 years old and I just wasn't ready. Thanks to that program, I graduated in three and a half years with a degree that I love and I am doing something that I also love; working with students! There was never a day that went by that I didn't feel like someone here cared about my success and that made me proud to be a Mule!

Why You Should Choose UCM:
UCM is a school that always has something going on and I promise you will never be bored. Not only do we have over 200 student organizations, we also have so many departments here on campus that are here just to help you as a student. Need help with that math homework? No problem; we have tutoring! Wanting to get involved in more volunteerism? We have an organization that focuses on giving back to the community. We've got it all!

I wish I would have known:
I wish I would have known more about our scholarship opportunities here at UCM! MoCents is not only an easy process to apply to hundreds of scholarships, but it is also an awesome resource to help pay for college!

Best Advice for Incoming Freshmen:
Get involved! My biggest regret was not getting involved enough. I look back and wish that I would have joined more organizations, volunteered more or participated in helping incoming students more while I was getting my bachelor's. Learn from my mistakes here and GET INVOLVED! There truly are so many student organizations that it's impossible not to find the right fit for you!

Favorite place on campus:
The library or Ward Edwards! As nerdy as that sounds, I really did enjoy going there to study or just grab a bagel at Einstein's on the first floor. Sometimes while we are stressing over that next test, it's nice to just sit in a nice quiet area and relax. The Ward Edward's building is also a favorite of mine because some of my favorite people's offices are in that building! I was a student employee at the Career Services Center for two and a half years and it really gave me some lifelong friendships and network connections.

Bree Heathscott

Call or Text me at: (660) 218-4082
Email me at: heathscott@ucmo.edu
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Hometown:
Machesney Park, Illinois

Best advice for incoming students:
Don’t let people talk you out of your dreams! You’ll come across people in your life that will ask you questions that make you second guess yourself. Just remember that your heart and brain know what is best for YOU! Seek advice from the professionals, not the opinionators!

My favorite place on campus:
The Student Rec Center! There is just about everything there - a place to grab a bite to eat, relax, or even go around the corner and to get a good workout.

Why you should consider UCM:
UCM has a ton of programs to choose from, and every single one of them have hands-on experience. You will not leave this University uneasy about what you’ve learned, because you will have already had hands-on experience with it, too! The best part is if you are still unsure, we have a program specialized in “unsure”!

I wish I would have known:
About all of the things that the Success Advising Center does. They are a great resource for just about everything when it comes to student life. They’re not just there to talk about your program, they’re there to talk about you!

College Activities:
Women’s Bowling, Student Jobs, Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)

Kat Laura

Call or Text me at: (314) 207-0719
Email me at: klara@ucmo.edu
Individual Virtual Q&A Session
Virtual Campus Visit

Hometown:
Kansas City, MO

Best advice for incoming students:
My best advice would be to get involved. You never know who you will meet. Also take care of yourself; mentally, physically, and spiritually. Reach out to someone if you are struggling or if you are needing someone to talk about your successes.

My favorite place on campus:
I am still new to campus but so far, the rec center is so far my favorite place. You are able to do just about anything there. Eat, work out, relax, and socialize.

Why you should consider UCM:
UCM has a variety of programs to choose from with top of notch professors that are willing to help all their students succeed. UCM is also a place for students who are looking for the opportunity to further their education at an affordable cost. This is a great place to take chances and start the new chapter of your life.

I wish I would have known:
I wish I would have known about the cost of UCM. I wish it would have been stressed to me as a teenager how important it was to select a more affordable institution.

College Activities:
I was a founding member of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority Inc. The FIRST Latina based multicultural sorority at The University of Missouri- Kansas City (UMKC). This allowed us to bridge the gap between white and black sororities and fraternities on our campus. Our goal was to empower women of ALL cultures to have a home for future women entering UMKC that also felt out of place. I had to work full-time while attending school full-time, I only had time to dedicate time to one activity during my undergrad.

Don Kennedy

Call or Text me at: (660) 262-3181
Email me at: dkennedy@ucmo.edu
Individual Virtual Q&A Session
Virtual Campus Visit

Hometown:
Higginsville, MO

Best advice for incoming students:
Get involved in clubs and organizations. Take advantage of all the free tutoring and extra help.

I wish I would have known...
About all the opportunities to be involved on campus and campus jobs.

Why you should consider UCM:
It is a cost effective university to get your degree and has a great reputation.

My favorite place on campus:
As a student, Garrison Gym. Now, Mules National Golf course and the Union.

College Activities:
Physical Education Majors Club, Intramurals.

Ashley Mahany

Call or Text me at: (913) 732-1404
Email me at: mahany@ucmo.edu
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Hometown:
Gladstone, MO

Why I came to Central Missouri:
When I was looking into my college choices, I tried to tour as many different campuses as possible. There were a lot of things I was looking for in my college choice and I did not want to settle. I chose UCM during my campus tour because I immediately felt at home. UCM was the right size, the best value, and I had over 150 majors to choose from in case I ever wanted to change my original major.

My favorite place on campus:
It’s hard to choose just one, but my favorite place on campus is the recreation and wellness center. It’s a great place on campus to work out to relieve stress since there are a wide variety of machines and classes to take and it’s spread out between 3 levels so you have plenty of space. The best part is the rock wall! It’s a really laid back place to hang out and meet new people while having fun in the process.

Favorite campus memory:
Attending the IMPACT student leadership retreat the summer before my freshman year of college. It was a great opportunity to learn about all the resources UCM has on campus and to make new friends before starting college. It helped me to feel more prepared when I started my freshman year.

I wish I would have known:
I wish I would have paid more attention to the UCM Student Experience emails when I was an undergraduate student. It’s the best way to not miss out on important campus events, resources, and ways to get involved.

Leslie Coons

Call or Text me at: (816) 272-1857
Email me at: lcoons@ucmo.edu
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Virtual Campus Visit

Hometown: San Diego, CA

Why should you consider UCM:
UCM is a campus that truly cares about each other. Around every corner, there is someone ready to help with a genuine smile and a warm welcoming approach. Besides affordability, UCM provides quality education with incredible faculty and staff members that exceed expectations. The 17:1 student to faculty ratio supports a tight-knit collegial community designed to support student success. The time and dedication UCM staff and faculty give students, supports their commitment of Learning to a Greater Degree, and enhances the student's overall experience.

Why I came to Central Missouri:
I came to UCM because it is a good fit for me. The institution has the same dedication and passion for students I do. Aesthetically, the campus is beautifully well-maintained. The diversity of the degrees offered, the strong relationships UCM has with local community colleges, and the incredible athletics facility were all indicators that UCM values its students in providing the depth of experience and a variety in its offerings to meet a wide range of student needs.

My favorite places on campus:
With Starbucks on campus, I like to run over with colleagues for an afternoon treat. The Recreation and Wellness Center, with its rock wall, state of the art fitness studios, weight training equipment, volleyball and basketball courts are a must-see! The staff are all friendly and accommodating.

Kirkpatrick Library will have all educators marveling at its sheer size, warm welcoming coffee bar, and easily accessible resources. With so many wondrous places on campus, it is difficult to pick just one.

I wish I would have known:
I wish I would have known all the resources available to me when I transferred as a community college student to a four-year institution. It is easy to get caught up in the daily routine of going to class, rather than stopping to ask if and when I had a question. It would have been a much more enjoyable experience had I taken the time to reach out and see what types of student support services were available to me. It is with a great deal of purpose that I look forward to assisting transfer students to have a much smoother transition.