October 26, 2022
Remer, Mermelstein receive Social Work centennial impact awards
The School of Social Work celebrated 100+ years of social work education at Mizzou with a special Homecoming tailgate Oct. 22. At the event, School of Social Work director Aaron Thompson, recognized two individuals for their significant contributions to the field of social work. Joanne Mermelstein Centennial Impact: Faculty Award Joanne Mermelstein, MS ’61, advocated for the MU School of Social Work in several ways as a professor, interim director (1988) and director of the Master of Social Work Program. Dr. Mermelstein was a champion and pioneer in rural social work, helping to develop programs and supports…
October 11, 2022
COVID-19 pandemic hurt academic experience for African international students
Findings can help universities direct more tailored support to vulnerable populations during times of crisis.
October 11, 2022
Just breathe
Jenny Keely, respiratory therapy program director, brings experience, compassion and black-and-gold roots.
September 28, 2022
Fritz faculty scholar fund set to draw top-notch faculty
A gift from Dana and Scott Fritz will support Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences faculty.
September 23, 2022
Longhorned tick discovered in northern Missouri for first time, MU researchers find
Discovery indicates looming problem for cattle health in the Midwest.
September 19, 2022
Researcher finds electronic health records may be key to improving patient care
Kate Trout studies benefits, challenges of using electronic health records in health care.
September 13, 2022
CDC awards $1.6 million grant to study firearm violence exposure among young adults experiencing homelessness
Grant will be used to study firearm violence exposure among young adults experiencing homelessness.
September 8, 2022
Brad Ferguson team designs app to assess ASD social interaction
Dr. Ferguson and his team received a $100,000 grant from the Coulter Biomedical Accelerator program.
September 1, 2022
Taking down stigma, one step at a time
MU researcher decreases stigma among probation and parole officers through short online trainings.
August 31, 2022
Katelyn Mwangi: New faculty Q&A
Assistant Teaching Professor, Occupational Therapy What classes are you teaching this semester? I am teaching in the Bachelors of OTA and Entry-Level Doctorate programs this semester. OTA Program: Evidence-Based Practice OTD Program: Human Motion and Occupation, Neuroscience, and Practicum II What do you love about teaching? What are you most looking forward to this semester? I enjoy seeing students passionate about learning and translating their knowledge to impact clinical care. The lightbulb moments in the classroom are my favorite! This semester, I’m looking forward to seeing students grow and expand their knowledge of foundational occupational therapy…