March 20, 2025
Radiography students engage in hands-on learning at University Hospital
Radiography students at Mizzou stepped out of the classroom and into a clinical setting for hands-on lessons in interventional radiology, gaining real-world experience from experts at University Hospital. Students learned from radiologists at the hospital about various procedures and tools used in interventional radiology. Radiography program director Carla Allen said she hopes to make the experience an ongoing part of the program’s curriculum. Heidi Olsen (right), a 2024 graduate of Mizzou’s radiography program, teaches Olivia Shackelford and Caitlyn Piecuch, both junior radiography students, about hydrophilic guidewires. Mary Shearer, an endovascular supervisor at University Hospital, demonstrates different types of central…
March 11, 2025
Grace Slaughter named SEC Scholar-Athlete of the Year
Sophomore Health Science major earns prestigious academic and athletic honor.
March 10, 2025
School of Social Work PhD students present at national conference
Congratulations to four School of Social Work PhD students who recently presented posters as first authors at the Society for Social Work Research’s national conference in Seattle.
March 10, 2025
Meet some of the CHS scholarship recipients
For many students, scholarships are helpful, if not essential, to their access to a world-class education here at Mizzou.
Feb. 27, 2025
Applications now open for 2025 Summer Bridge Accelerator Program
The Mizzou College of Health Sciences Summer Bridge Accelerator program is an exciting opportunity for incoming students to get a head start on their college journey! This eight-week summer session is designed to immerse you in the Mizzou experience while preparing you for your Health Sciences degree. You’ll live in a residence hall, take a prerequisite course, and engage in workshops and social activities—all while becoming familiar with Mizzou, the College of Health Sciences, and the Columbia community. Our primary audience is incoming students who are preparing to begin their college experience, particularly those interested in Health Sciences. We want…
Feb. 27, 2025
6 Health Sciences students named to Mizzou 18 and Mizzou ’39
Congratulations to the six College of Health Sciences students who were revealed as members of the newest cohorts of Mizzou 18 and Mizzou ’39 this week!
Feb. 24, 2025
18 Health Sciences students named to Fall SEC Honor Roll
The 2024 Fall Southeastern Conference Academic Honor Roll recognized 108 student-athletes from the University of Missouri, including 18 from the College of Health Sciences. Representing Mizzou cross country, football, soccer and volleyball, these student-athletes earned grade-point averages of 3.0 or above cumulatively or in the preceding academic year. Additionally, the student-athletes must have completed 24 or more hours toward a bachelor’s degree from Mizzou. Congratulations to the 18 honorees from our college: Cross Country Jack Forer, Health Science Brenden Heitzig, Health Science Kaia Downs, Health Science Allison Newman, Health Science Football Daniel Blood, Health Science Talan Chandler, Health…
Feb. 19, 2025
Ball in the family: An intergenerational commitment to staying strong, healthy
When Dan and Marge Ball signed up for Stay Strong, Stay Healthy, they didn't expect their grandson Zach to be the one teaching their class.
Feb. 6, 2025
Language enhancement program fosters connections, professional growth
Graduate students and participants enjoy friendship, laughter and progress through Mizzou’s Learning Enhancement for Adults Program.
Jan. 22, 2025
Wintemberg to lead undergraduate studies for public health
Jenna Wintemberg has been named director of undergraduate studies for the Department of Public Health. She has served in a similar role for the Department of Health Sciences since 2023.