MHA Alumni Organization

The Master of Health Administration Alumni Organization (MHAAO) is an affiliate of the University of Missouri Alumni Association, an independent, not-for-profit educational corporation. Click the titles below to expand each section.

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The Master of Health Administration Alumni Organization (MHAAO) is an affiliate of the University of Missouri Alumni Association, an independent, not-for-profit educational corporation.

The purpose of this Organization is to provide services to its alumni constituency and to the University.

Services and activities may be educational, developmental, or social and may encourage both fellowship and constructive contributions to the University.

This Organization encourages alumni to support the department and the University and to participate in building a greater University.

The goals of the organization shall be:

  • to encourage the participation of Master of Health Administration alumni, students, and faculty in the activities and services of the MHA Alumni Organization,
  • to promote, support, and be involved in the continuing development of the Health Administration program,
  • to provide opportunities for networking, mentoring, information exchange, social interaction, and continuing education among alumni, students, and faculty,
  • to assist alumni and students in identifying employment, residency/fellowship, and internship opportunities,
  • to promote and maintain the quality of professionalism among graduates of the Health Administration program, and
  • to communicate and coordinate the activities, interests, and concerns of the Organization with other entities internal and external to the University.

2024- 25 Board of Directors
Dexter D’Costa ‘05
OptumInsight


Tim Kephart ‘13
M2 Orthopedics


Sara Sternberger ‘86
Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Emmy Matthews ‘20
Ludi


Madeline Cremin ‘22
Mayo Clinic in Florida


Dillon Falk ‘18
University of Missouri SOM


Mikel Whittier ‘16
UCLA Health


Shaun Custard ‘04
Methodist Fremont Health


Curt Hohman ‘91
Avera Health

Daniel Vogel ‘18
Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South


Ron Present ‘87
Armanino Healthcare Solutions


Dan Kline ‘85
New York College of Podiatric Medicine


David Gardner ‘23
Children’s Mercy Kansas City


David Meyerhoff ‘23
Saint Luke’s Health System

Membership

Membership Committee is charged with providing recommendations for ways to enhance service to members, developing plans and programs for attracting new members and retaining existing members, and determining ways to encourage participation from active and inactive alumni.

The College of Health Sciences emails the Master of Health Administration (MHA) Newsletter once a semester, reflecting on the activities throughout the semester within the College.


The program director will also post recaps on a semester basis to update alumni on activities in the program. Please be sure to join our LinkedIn group.

The MHA Spotlight Series on the MHA Alumni LinkedIn page celebrates the individuals who make our MHA community exceptional, with a special focus on MHA alumni—their careers, contributions, and continued impact on the field of healthcare leadership. This series also highlights the strength of our broader community by featuring:

  • MHA Alumni – showcasing professional achievements, leadership journeys, and ongoing engagement with the program
  • MHA Students – introducing future leaders and their aspirations
  • MHA Faculty – recognizing educators and mentors who shape the next generation

Together, these stories reflect the excellence and connection that define the Mizzou MHA network.

Congratulations on earning your MHA from the University of Missouri! As a valued member of our Mizzou MHA family, we invite you to stay connected and engaged through the MHA Alumni Organization (MHAAO).

Expand your network, continue learning, and give back to the program by:

  • Joining the Mizzou Alumni Association – MHA MAA Chapter
  • Attending events like the MHA Fall Institute and MHA Socials
  • Volunteering on the MHAAO Board

We’re proud of your achievements and look forward to staying connected.

For more information, to submit news about yourself or other alumni, or to get involved with our organization, contact:

Master of Health Administration Program
College of Health Sciences
University of Missouri
326 Clark Hall, Columbia, MO 65211
Phone: 573-884-0698
E-mail: borens@health.missouri.edu / mhaadmissions@missouri.edu