April 13, 2026
The College of Health Sciences has launched the Davis Scholars Program, a new undergraduate leadership initiative made possible by the generosity of the Davis family. The program is designed to expose students to high-impact learning experiences beyond the classroom by connecting them with alumni and professional leaders in health care.
The Davis Scholars Program is open to current sophomores who began their studies at the University of Missouri in fall 2024 and who are interested in health care leadership. Selected students will participate in the program during their junior year, throughout the 2026-2027 academic year.
Program participants will engage in a monthly seminar series featuring CHS alumni and affiliated professionals who are leaders and innovators across the health care field. These sessions will focus on leadership development, innovation and career pathways, providing students with insight into real-world practice and opportunities to build professional connections.
In addition to the seminar series, all Davis Scholars will take part in a one-day site visit with an alum or professional mentor of their choosing within a 150-mile radius of the University of Missouri. Students who complete the program will receive a $500 stipend in recognition of their participation.
The program is possible thanks to the generosity of Shawna and C.J. Davis. Shawna Davis is a 1995 alum of the College of Health Sciences, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in communicative disorders. The Davis family’s connection to Mizzou spans generations: Their two sons both completed undergraduate degrees at the university and are currently pursuing advanced degrees.
Interested participants must submit a completed application, a current resume, an application essay and a letter of recommendation. All materials must be submitted by Wednesday, April 29.
Questions about the program can be directed to chsdavis@missouri.edu.