William Heckman is a Health Science major with a Pre-Professional emphasis from Jefferson City, Missouri. After graduation, he plans to attend Physician’s Assistant school. 

“Mizzou was close enough to home and far enough to where I felt I was on my own. I used to come up to Mizzou for game days and a variety of things and it felt like home,” he says. “I chose health science because I have always wanted to help people and I think that health care is the best way.” 

William is also involved in Tiger Pantry, the Mizzou student-run food pantry. 

What is your best advice for incoming Mizzou CHS students?

Be open to changing your emphasis there are so many different careers. Just keep an open mind.

What inspired you to pursue a career in healthcare?

I have always wanted to help people and I felt that a healthcare career is the best way to do so.

What is your favorite restaurant in Columbia?

I love Shakespeares Pizza it is a great spot to eat and hang out with friends.

What is your favorite Mizzou memory?

My favorite Mizzou memory would be rushing the field against Kansas State, it was an awesome experience seeing so many happy people.