Since its founding in 1854, CMU has evolved into a university that confers master's, bachelor's and associate's degrees through programming on its main campus in Fayette, Mo., and through extension sites located across Missouri and online.
(see more)Since its founding in 1854, CMU has evolved into a university that confers master's, bachelor's and associate's degrees through programming on its main campus in Fayette, Mo., and through extension sites located across Missouri and online.
Fine and Performing Arts Awards Announced
The rich and varied cultural arts environment at Central Methodist University was evidenced May 8 during CMU's annual Fine Arts banquet and celebration recognizing 25 fine and performing arts students, several of whom had multiple awards.
Academic Award -
2016 May 16
Top 10 Percent of CMU Grads Inducted into SEP
Twenty three Central Methodist University students were recognized for scholarly achievement by being inducted into the CMU honor society Sigma Epsilon Pi.
Honor Society -
2016 May 12
Honors To CMU Business Students
The Central Methodist University Division of Business, Accounting and Economics recognized the extraordinary achievements of 19 students at an awards ceremony held Wednesday, May 4, on the CMU-Fayette campus.
Academic Award -
2016 May 6
41st Edition of Inscape Published
Over 20 students at Central Methodist University published their creative work in Inscape, CMU's magazine of the arts.
Club or Organization -
2016 May 3
Enactus Team Advances to Nationals
For the fourth consecutive year, the Central Methodist University Enactus team comprised of students enrolled in CMU business courses has qualified to participate in the Enactus National Exposition, set for May 15-17 in St. Louis.
Academic competition -
2016 May 2
Members of Theta Alpha Kappa
The Central Methodist University chapter of the national honor society for religious studies and theology, Theta Alpha Kappa, inducted Andrew Gordon, Abigail Peper, and Katilyn Walker.
Honor Society -
2016 Apr 28
CMU Students Complete Master Class
The Central Methodist University Swinney Conservatory of Music had the rare opportunity to welcome two master classes on adjoining days, one for flutes and piccolos and the other for voice.
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2016 Apr 28
New Eagle Radio Station Managers
As the current academic year winds down for Central Methodist University, new leadership has been selected for its student-run radio station for 2016-2017. Nick Ruffy, senior communications major from Lake Ozark, and Jordan Ayers, senior communications major from Boonville, the 2015-16 station managers for KCMU Eagle Radio, have announced their replacements for the next school year.
Leadership -
2016 Apr 28
CMU Religion Awards
Three CMU students were honored by the religion department for their accomplishments throughout the 2015-16 academic year. Abigail Peper and Kaitlyn Walker were recognized with the Hern Award for Excellence in Religious Studies, and Andrew Gordon was recognized with the T. Cecil Swackhamer Award.
Academic Award -
2016 Apr 28
Sixth Annual Humanities Conference
The sixth annual Humanities Conference was held at Central Methodist University on Wednesday, April 20 in the Inman Student and Community Center on the Fayette campus.
Academic Award -
2016 Apr 25
Gisburne, Herndon Re-elected As CMU Student Leaders
Leadership of the Student Government Association at Central Methodist University will not change in 2016-17, but that doesn't mean Jamie Gisburne and Kayla Herndon plan to maintain the status quo.
Student Government -
2016 Apr 21
Students perform with the CMU Concert band
Select CMU students to perform with the CMU Concert Band during their final concert of the spring semester on Sunday, May 8 at 4 p.m. in Linn Memorial Church on the Fayette campus of CMU
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2016 Apr 25
CMU Jazz Band Spring 2016 Concert
The Central Methodist University Jazz Band has a variety of styles lined up for its last concert of its 2015-16 season. It will perform on Tuesday, May 3 at 7 p.m. in CMU's Linn Memorial United Methodist Church on the Fayette campus.
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2016 Apr 21
CMU Science, Mathematics, and Computer Science Awards
The Division of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science at Central Methodist University in Fayette, honored its most accomplished students at an awards banquet held on the Fayette campus on April 18.
Academic Award -
2016 Apr 21
Students Win MBEA Awards
Statewide college and university broadcasting honors have been awarded to eight Central Methodist University students by the Missouri Broadcast Educators Association (MBEA).
Club or Organization -
2016 Apr 20
Service Day Brings Out Best In CMU
From sororities and fraternities to sports teams and service clubs, some 700 volunteers from Central Methodist University did their part on Thursday, April 7 to, in the words of the CMU mission statement, "make a difference in the world."
Community Service -
2016 Apr 20
Cast and Crew for Shakespeare's As You Like It
The cast and crew members for William Shakespeare's "As You Like It" has been announced. The show will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday (April 28-30) and at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday (May 1) in CMU's Little Theatre in Fayette.
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2016 Apr 18
Students Conduct Research in the Caribbean
Seventeen Central Methodist University students and two professors traveled to Dauphin Island, Alabama to conduct academic research during spring break.
Research / Grant -
2016 Apr 4
Charter Members of Delta Xi Nu
Six CMU students become the charter members of the CMU Pi colony of Delta Xi Nu, a sorority committed to the furtherance of multiculturalism by promoting diversity and cultural awareness.
Club or Organization -
2016 Apr 18
Criminal Justice Students at National Competition
Seven criminal justice students from Central Methodist University competed at the 79th National Conference of the American Criminal Justice Association-Lambda Alpha Epsilon in Sacramento.
Academic competition -
2016 Mar 28
CMU Softball Team
The members of the 2016 softball team at Central Methodist University.
Sports -
2016 Mar 23
Women's Club Basketball Takes State Basketball
A women's basketball club team from Central Methodist University recently claimed the Missouri state championship tournament hosted by the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg.
Sports -
2016 Mar 21
Students Attend American college Theatre Festival
The CMU Theatre students participated in the American College Theatre Festival in Minneapolis on January 17-23.
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2016 Feb 29
Students Perform in Piano Ensemble Recital
Eleven CMU students will be participating in a Piano Ensemble Recital on Feb. 28. The performance will include works scored for one piano four hands, one piano six hands, and two piano eight hands. The recital will feature numerous composers, including Stravinsky, Poulenc, Arensky, Clementi, and Wilhelm Ganz.
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2016 Feb 22
Cast and Crew of The Mousetrap
The CMU students participating in the Little Theatre production of Agatha Christie's play, The Mousetrap.
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2016 Feb 17
CMU Inscape Editors
The editors of the 41st edition of Inscape, CMU's magazine of the arts.
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2016 Feb 11
CMU Music Students Receive Honors at NATS
Five Central Methodist University students received awards at a Kansas City area competition sponsored by the National Association of Teachers of Singing (KC NATS), held Feb. 6 on the campus of Mid-America Nazarene University in Olathe, Kan.
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2016 Feb 11
University Band Concert
The University Band will perform an eclectic mix of instrumental compositions including American and Japanese folk tunes, traditional and marching band music and Scottish rhapsodies. The concert will be held Sunday, Feb.21 at 4 p.m. in the Linn Memorial United Methodist Church.
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2016 Feb 8
CMU Radio Managers Nominated for National Award
A public affairs broadcast program developed by two Central Methodist University students for area radio stations along with CMU's campus station, KCMU Eagle Radio, has been named a finalist for a national award from the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System (IBS).
Club or Organization -
2016 Feb 1
Mission Trip to Haiti
The Center for Faith and Service at Central Methodist University led a group of students to Port au Prince, Haiti as part of the Clean Water Team for a mission trip.
Community Service -
2016 Feb 10