April 17, 2024
Cancer Registry student team takes first place in Hackathon
A trio of Missouri Cancer Registry and Research Center students won first place in the MU Institute for Data Science and Informatics' 2024 Hackathon.
April 15, 2024
University of Missouri ranked best in the state for speech-language pathology
Future speech-language pathologists train under the direction of licensed faculty members in a variety of settings. Above, Lauren Wildman (middle) guides participants through a session with the Mizzou Accent Expansion Program. The University of Missouri is one of the best places to earn a degree in speech-language pathology, according to U.S. News and World Report, which recently released its Best Health Schools rankings. The Mizzou speech-language pathology program rose 13 places to No. 59 out of 280 programs nationwide, making it the highest-ranked program in the state of Missouri. Graduates of the Mizzou program have…
April 12, 2024
From campus to Capitol: Mizzou MoreThan4 advocates for pediatric cancer research
Two Mizzou Health Science majors recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to speak with Missouri legislators about the challenges facing families dealing with pediatric cancer.
April 12, 2024
College of Health Sciences receives MizzouForward Student Success funding
The College of Health Sciences received a total of $369,122 in funding through the MizzouForward Student Success initiative. These grants support teaching and learning efforts that enhance student success. View a complete list of University of Missouri funded proposals. DepartmentProject overviewAwardClinical and Diagnostic Sciences – Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound (Alice Townsend and Kathy Myers)New technology for the MU Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound laboratory. Purchase a High-Fidelity Obstetric Ultrasound Simulator to enhance student learning and preparation for the workforce.$99,998Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences – Radiography (Carla Allen)Upgrade equipment in the X-ray production and measurement laboratory in order to promote student self-efficacy in bedside,…
April 9, 2024
Small and mighty: MU School of Social Work ranked among best in nation
Increased research and scholarship productivity boosts Mizzou School of Social Work rankings. Mizzou is one of the best places to earn a master’s degree in social work, according to U.S. News and World Report, which released its Best Health Schools rankings in April. Parallel to the recent increase in these national rankings, the MU School of Social Work has also seen dramatic increases in grant-funded research and scholarship. Academic Analytics, a national data service that tracks faculty research and scholarly productivity (grants, grant expenditures, articles, citations, books/chapters, awards, etc.), ranks the MU School of Social Work No. 12 out of…
April 9, 2024
Mizzou Occupational Therapy ranked No. 22 by U.S. News and World Report
New ranking puts the Mizzou entry-level occupational therapy doctorate (OTD) program among the top 8% in the nation. Mizzou is one of the best places to earn an occupational therapy degree, according to U.S. News and World Report, which released its Best Health Schools rankings today. The University of Missouri climbed 14 places to No. 22 out of 263 occupational therapy programs across the country. “Our vision for Department of Occupational Therapy at University of Missouri is to be a leader in advancing the profession of occupational therapy,” said Department Chair Tim Wolf, PhD, OTD, OTR/L. “Our faculty, staff…
April 9, 2024
CHS shows out at Research Week symposium
A total of 67 students and fellows with ties to the College of Health Sciences are showcasing their work during Show Me Research Week at the University of Missouri.
April 9, 2024
SLHS faculty, alumni to present at state convention
Students, alumni, and faculty members from the Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences are set to attend and present at the MSHA's 65th Annual Meeting & Convention.
April 5, 2024
A library lifeline
MU social work student Tyler Davis is making a difference in local lives while blazing his own trail in a new position at the Daniel Boone Regional Library.
April 4, 2024
Alumni spotlight: Keavy Farris, MHA 2012
Get to know Keavy Farris, a 2012 graduate of Mizzou's Master of Health Administration program.