March 5, 2026
5 College of Health Sciences students named to Mizzou 18, Mizzou ’39
The Mizzou Alumni Association Student Board honored 18 graduate or professional students in the last year of their degree eligibility and 39 undergraduate seniors.
March 3, 2026
Alumna Gail Peace’s successful startup led to a journey of impact
After building a multimillion-dollar health tech company, Peace turns her focus to empowering the next generation through innovation, leadership and a full-ride scholarship at the University of Missouri.
March 3, 2026
Karen Funkenbusch speaks on agriculture safety
Karen Funkenbusch, assistant extension professor with the Department of Occupational Therapy, encouraged farmers to prioritize their health and well-being during this year's Ag Safety Awareness Program (ASAP) Week.
March 3, 2026
Christine Woods featured in KOMU story
Dr. Christine Woods, assistant teaching professor in the School of Social Work and owner of Crowned Counseling, appeared on KOMU to speak about the importance of therapy and mental health in the community.
Feb. 24, 2026
A breath of purpose: Respiratory Therapy student finds passion for patient care
When her daughter was hospitalized with asthma, Lena Lalka saw the life-changing difference respiratory therapists can make. As a senior in Mizzou’s Respiratory Therapy program, Lalka is preparing for a career in pediatric care.
Feb. 24, 2026
Join the NAFSI Student Data Challenge April 10-13
The National Food Security Innovation Hub (NAFSI) will host its inaugural Student Data Challenge with a cash prize of $2,000.
Feb. 18, 2026
Combs Language Preschool celebrates 25 years of learning, laughter
From a modest start to a thriving program, the preschool has helped children find their voice while training hundreds of future speech-language pathologists.
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.
Feb. 3, 2026
Public health alum combats threat of harmful algal blooms
Since graduating with a Master of Public Health in 2020, Kaylea Nemechek has gone on to work as an epidemiologist with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Jan. 30, 2026
Mizzou Department of Physical Therapy at the 2026 APTA Combined Sections Meeting
The Mizzou Department of Physical Therapy is headed to Anaheim, California, for the 2026 Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association.