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Nov. 26, 2024

Kate Trout wins New Investigator Research Award

The Marjorie Bowman and Robert Choplin New Investigator Award honors outstanding contributions by a new primary care investigator. This international recognition highlights Kate Trout’s independent scholarship and the cumulative impact of her work.

Iris Zachary

Nov. 22, 2024

Iris Zachary recognized with APHA leadership award

The award stems from Iris Zachary's role as program planning chair for the Health Informatics and Information Technology section of the APHA.

Two women stand together with Christine Woods, who is holding an award for progress in health care

Nov. 20, 2024

Christine Woods wins Progress in Health Care Award

A family stands in front of yellow and gold balloons

Nov. 11, 2024

Aaron Thompson honored with 2024 Faculty and Alumni Award

Thompson is the director of the School of Social Work in the College of Health Sciences and associate director of the Missouri Prevention Science Institute.

Oct. 25, 2024

Mizzou Respiratory Therapy recognized as a top education program

The University of Missouri’s Respiratory Therapy program has been recognized as one of the top education programs in the country.   The American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) selected Mizzou’s entry level Respiratory Therapy program and online degree advancement program for Registered Respiratory Therapists and to receive its 2025-26 Apex Recognition Award for education programs.   According to the AARC, the award is meant to recognize “the significant contribution of respiratory therapists and highlight best practices in respiratory care that are aligned with evidence-based medicine.”  MU’s Respiratory Therapy program has previously received the Apex Recognition Award from the AARC, including as recently…

Julie Kapp

Oct. 15, 2024

Julie Kapp appointed chair of Department of Public Health

Kapp has served as interim chair of the public health department since August, when outgoing chair Brian Houston accepted the position of associate provost for academic programs at MU.

Erin Robinson stands with a Lee Henson Award

Oct. 7, 2024

Erin Robinson honored for advancing accessibility at Mizzou

Congratulations to Erin Robinson, School of Social Work assistant professor and Master of Social Work program director, who received a 2024 Lee Henson Access Mizzou Award on Sept. 26. This awards were established in 2014 by the MU Chancellor’s Committee for Persons with Disabilities to honor Lee Henson by recognizing forward-thinking students, faculty and staff who work to make the university a more inclusive place for people with disabilities. “Erin found unique and individualized processes by which to ensure I could continue my education and graduate on time even after two unexpected surgeries and multiple unplanned, extended hospitalizations,” her nomination read. “I…

Alese Thompson

Oct. 1, 2024

Alese Thompson recognized for contributions to clinical laboratory science

Alese Thompson, clinical site coordinator and assistant clinical professor of Clinical Laboratory Science, has been honored for her contributions to clinical laboratory science education and the field itself.  Thompson was recently selected by the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) as one of eight recipients nationwide of the 2024 ASCLS Voices Under 40 Spotlight. The recognition honors ASCLS members at a young age in their professional careers who have shown exceptional commitment to the society, the laboratory profession, and their communities at large.  She was also a recipient of the 2024 Omicron Sigma ASCLS Award and the 2024 President’s Award for…

Kelli Canada

Sep. 24, 2024

Kelli Canada receives Marie M. and Harry L. Smith Endowment

The endowment is designed to promote and support the work of outstanding faculty at the University of Missouri, including support for research and teaching activities.

Sep. 20, 2024

2024 College of Health Sciences alumni award recipients

Margo Leitschuh, BHS ’16 Outstanding Young Alumni Margo Leitschuh (second from right) completed her BHS in Health Science in 2016 and has emerged as a national leader in college student health and well-being. She is the prevention and implementation team lead for Missouri Partners in Prevention — a coalition that includes the University of Missouri and 25 other campuses across the state — and serves as project lead for the nation’s first-ever Suicide Prevention Coalition Academy. Her nominator, Jenna Wintemberg, said Leitschuh’s commitment to giving back is evident through her ongoing support of CHS students, whether by mentoring interns, presenting…