May 2, 2024
MU experts working to “unlock” better prison outcomes
A new Netflix documentary series has drawn attention to shortcomings in our criminal justice system. “Unlocked: A Jail Experiment” documents the lives of residents of an Arkansas jail. Nearly 44% of U.S. citizens who are released from prison end up returning in less than a year. University of Missouri faculty members have developed solutions to improve these outcomes. Contact Angela Dahman at dahmana@missouri.edu or 573-882-7974 to arrange an interview with any of these experts. Kelli Canada, PhD, LCSW Associate professor, University of Missouri School of Social Work Expertise: Prison interventions that work. Canada developed a model, the…
April 30, 2024
Study finds long-term clerkships benefit patients, providers
Researchers at the University of Missouri found that longitudinal integrated clerkships are particularly beneficial for students, patients, and preceptors who invest in building relationships.
April 29, 2024
Aaron Thompson honored for commitment to school social work
Aaron Thompson, director of the Mizzou School of Social Work, is the 2024 recipient of the Gary Lee Shaffer Award from the School Social Work Association of America.
April 25, 2024
Leaving a Mizzou mark on OT curriculum
Associate clinical professor Tiffany Bolton was an integral part of an AOTA task force that designed a new OT curriculum design framework.
April 24, 2024
Remembering Judith Davenport
Judith Davenport, former director of the MU School of Social Work, passed away earlier this year. Dr. Davenport spent 18 years at Mizzou, including eight years as the school’s director. She is remembered warmly by current and former faculty members.
April 22, 2024
Mizzou secret societies induct Health Sciences students, faculty
Six College of Health Sciences students and two faculty members were recognized during the University of Missouri's 97th annual Tap Day ceremony.
April 19, 2024
Leveraging technology to benefit people living with ALS
Thanks to a $400,000 grant from the ALS Association, Bill Janes is working to create a system that alerts health care providers and caregivers when someone with ALS falls or experiences downturns in their health.
April 9, 2024
CHS shows out at Research Week symposium
A total of 67 students and fellows with ties to the College of Health Sciences are showcasing their work during Show Me Research Week at the University of Missouri.
April 9, 2024
SLHS faculty, alumni to present at state convention
Students, alumni, and faculty members from the Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences are set to attend and present at the MSHA's 65th Annual Meeting & Convention.
April 2, 2024
Breaking the silence on mental toll of health care
Department of Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences students discussed how experiences in their programs and clinical placements can affect their mental health — and uncovered resources that can help.