Nov. 5, 2024
Ultrasound alum understands importance of rural health care
Anna Werr, a recent graduate of the Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound program at Mizzou, is meeting the needs of rural Missourians at Scotland County Hospital.
Oct. 30, 2024
Celebrate CHS Week with fun, food, future-focused events
All College of Health Sciences students are invited to attend this year’s CHS Week, which will include a variety of free and fun events. Hosted by the CHS Student Council, CHS Week provides a great chance to socialize with your fellow students and offers professional development opportunities. This year’s CHS Week festivities include: Monday, Nov. 4, at 6:30 p.m. Pizza and games in the Clark Hall lobby Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 6 p.m. Professional Development Night hosted by the CHS Office of Career Services and the True Tiger Network Free headshots for participants Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 6:30 p.m. Health…
Oct. 29, 2024
Estate gift will establish faculty scholar in School of Social Work
Marjorie Sable has made an estate gift of $250,000 to the College of Health Sciences to establish a position designed to advance research and education in social work at Mizzou.
Oct. 25, 2024
Mizzou Respiratory Therapy recognized as a top education program
The University of Missouri’s Respiratory Therapy program has been recognized as one of the top education programs in the country. The American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) selected Mizzou’s entry level Respiratory Therapy program and online degree advancement program for Registered Respiratory Therapists and to receive its 2025-26 Apex Recognition Award for education programs. According to the AARC, the award is meant to recognize “the significant contribution of respiratory therapists and highlight best practices in respiratory care that are aligned with evidence-based medicine.” MU’s Respiratory Therapy program has previously received the Apex Recognition Award from the AARC, including as recently…
Oct. 23, 2024
NIH grant aims to curb cognitive difficulties for breast cancer survivors
Anna Boone awarded $400,000 in National Institutes of Health funds to address cognitive difficulties in women who have undergone breast cancer treatment.
Oct. 21, 2024
Enid Schatz joins HIV-focused commission
Enid Schatz, professor of Public Health and associate dean of the University of Missouri Graduate School, is part of the Lancet HIV Commission on Aging and HIV, an initiative led by Amy Justice from Yale University and Keri Althoff from Johns Hopkins University. The Commission is dedicated to crafting actionable recommendations to improve both the quality and lifespan of individuals aging with HIV worldwide, while also addressing disparities within this growing population. Schatz is a member of working group two of five, focusing on the unique prevention, screening and diagnostic challenges faced by older adults living with HIV.
Oct. 21, 2024
Meet the second-year Master of Health Administration students
Teirra Andrisse St. Louis, Missouri MHA format: Residential Undergrad: University of Missouri “I believe that with this degree, I will be able to make a difference in the Black community’s healthcare one day. I want to help increase access and quality care for young women.” Teirra has been most supported by her parents, sisters and friends during her MHA journey. Stephanie Baechle Belleville, Illinois MHA format: Executive Undergrad: Truman State Career interest: Upper management or federal health care sector “I chose to pursue an MHA to further my learning and career options.” Stephanie receives support from family and coworkers.
Oct. 15, 2024
Julie Kapp appointed chair of Department of Public Health
Kapp has served as interim chair of the public health department since August, when outgoing chair Brian Houston accepted the position of associate provost for academic programs at MU.
Oct. 14, 2024
Fall Institute fosters connections, discussions of health care trends
The 2024 Master of Health Administration (MHA) Fall Institute was held Sept. 19-20 at Stotler Lounge in Memorial Union at the University of Missouri.
Oct. 11, 2024
Executive MHA program marks three decades of shaping health care
30 years after its creation at the University of Missouri, the Executive MHA program continues to train innovative health care leaders.