March 16, 2026
Mizzou student honors parents’ influence through Peru study abroad
Emma Letzig completed hands-on health service work in Cusco through Mizzou Study Abroad, strengthening both her career goals and family connection to the South American country.
Feb. 12, 2026
Restaurant owner still cooking thanks to Tiger OT
Cindy Downing started rehab sessions through the Tiger OT clinic in fall 2014. Her experiences would be marked by innovative care and great strides in her abilities to perform important tasks.
Jan. 20, 2026
Mizzou grad explores future of OT through robotics
Hope Schust worked with OT faculty member Bill Janes and a computer science student to print, build and configure an open-source robotic arm prototype that could improve care and expand access.
Jan. 14, 2026
Department of Occupational Therapy to host Inaugural Winnie Dunn Research Colloquium
The Mizzou Department of Occupational Therapy will host the inaugural Winnie Dunn Occupational Therapy Research Colloquium Friday, May 15, 2026.
Jan. 5, 2026
Photo gallery: December 2025 commencement
See images from the December 2025 commencement ceremony for the Mizzou College of Health Sciences, which was held Friday, Dec. 19, in Jesse Auditorium.
Dec. 16, 2025
Meet our December 2025 graduates
The University of Missouri is preparing to award 1,832 degrees during December commencement ceremonies, including more than 200 new College of Health Sciences graduates.
Dec. 15, 2025
Mizzou Made 2025: Elizabeth Scheer, BHS-OTA
Elizabeth Scheer of New Haven, Missouri, is completing a Bachelor of Health Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Dec. 15, 2025
Back to school: Occupational therapist Rebecca Vasta is helping students succeed
After already earning two Mizzou degrees, Vasta will receive a doctoral degree in occupational therapy this December while working in Everett Public Schools.
Dec. 10, 2025
Engineering smarter care for ALS patients
Bill Janes and colleagues are adapting sensors to fit the needs of ALS patients, whose functional decline often mirrors that of older adults but progresses more rapidly and unpredictably.
Nov. 20, 2025
Extension program helps veteran grow honey business
A Marine Corps veteran, Jessica Johnson participates in Missouri Heroes to Hives, a program for U.S. military veterans that aims to improve financial and personal wellness through free professional training and community development centered around beekeeping.