Sep. 22, 2022
Longhorned tick discovered in northern Missouri for first time, MU researchers find
Discovery indicates looming problem for cattle health in the Midwest.
Aug. 30, 2022
Tyler Myroniuk: New faculty Q&A
Assistant Professor, Public Health What classes are you teaching this semester? I am teaching a master’s level course in Public Health titled “Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Global Health” (P_HLTH 7160). What do you love about teaching? What are you most looking forward to this semester? I love being able to share my knowledge and (hopefully) inspire students. I was lucky to have many fantastic professors, as an undergraduate and graduate, who shaped who I am today; I would like to pay it forward to those who come through my classroom. I’m looking forward to teaching about…
Aug. 30, 2022
Sonita Simelus: New faculty Q&A
Assistant Teaching Professor, Public Health What classes are you teaching this semester? This semester I am teaching the following three classes: P_HLTH 3400 Global Public Health and Health Care Systems P_HLTH 3620 Public Health Promotion and Program Planning P_HLTH 8953 Evaluating Global Public Health Programs What do you love about teaching? What are you most looking forward to this semester? I love to be in a position where I can both share and learn. My students are diverse. They bring a wealth of knowledge, experiences and perspectives to the classroom. As an instructor, I embrace…
July 24, 2022
MU researchers reveal historical impact on vaccine hesitancy among African-Americans
July 21, 2022
Historical mistrust in government, health care industry contributes to COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy for African Americans
Wilson Majee studies social, structural determinants of health that feed vaccine hesitancy, worsen health disparities for African Americans.
June 23, 2022
Wilson Majee earns Fulbright grant
Dr. Majee will boost community engagement efforts in South Africa.
June 6, 2022
Spring 2022 Dean’s List
Congratulations to 1,497 Health Professions students who made the Spring 2022 Dean’s List!
May 1, 2022
Students selected to Rural Immersion Program
The Rural Immersion Program is a four-day experience for health professions students who are interested in living and working in a rural area. This is a non-clinical experience designed to highlight the social and communal aspects of rural life.
April 29, 2022
Health Professions students revealed on Tap Day
Updated May 4, 2022 Tap Day is one of Mizzou’s oldest traditions. It recognizes individuals for exemplary service to the university. Several Health Professions students and one faculty member were “tapped” this year and revealed at a ceremony April 29. Congratulations to all!…
April 28, 2022
Wilson Majee named 2022–23 Fulbright Scholar
Story by Gracie Hedenberg The MU School of Health Professions is pleased to announce that Wilson Majee, associate professor of Health Sciences and Public Health, has received a Fulbright Award for the 2022–23 academic year. Dr. Majee will spend 10 months in South Africa at the University of the Western Cape, where he will split his time evenly between research and teaching students at the university. Dr. Majee says previous studies suggest that youth who are disengaged from their communities are more likely to participate in detrimental behaviors and report poor health. During his time in…