Spotlight

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Dec. 13, 2024

Brian Mokua: A Journey of Service, Smiles and Dedication

A student called to critical care with a passion to serve.

June 28, 2024

Dean Lori Popejoy selected fellow of the Gerontological Society of America (GSA)

GSA is the nation's largest interdisciplinary organization dedicated to the field of aging and selects fellows for their outstanding contributions to the field of gerontology.

June 24, 2024

Leading the way in nursing home care

Mizzou researcher Marilyn Rantz has dedicated her life to improving the quality of care in nursing homes. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine say her efforts should be emulated nationwide.

May 29, 2024

Kimberly Powell honored for pioneering work in health informatics and gerontology

Powell inducted as Fellow of the American Medical Informatics Association and announced as 2024 Betty Irene Moore Fellow at UC Davis

May 8, 2024

A Heart of Black and Gold

From caring for patients to cheering on the Tigers as a member of the Golden Girls dance team, St. Louis native Jamalon Alonso said she’s grateful for every opportunity she’s had at the University of Missouri.

May 6, 2024

A Calling from the Heart

24 years in military service helped this Mizzou grad discover his true calling to serve. Despite the challenges and the passage of time, John "Theo" Theobald proved that age does not hinder one's dreams when they put their mind to it.

May 6, 2024

Handling Stress and Preparing for the Real World

Balancing the demands of clinicals and college life is no small feat, especially for an exceptional nursing student like Hanna Weber.

April 3, 2024

Ready to launch: MU graduates are well prepared to succeed after college

The recent annual career outcomes survey shows more than 95% of graduating Tigers thrive in various fields within six months after graduation. Meet Luke Pfitzinger, a May 2023 nursing graduate.

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Dec. 15, 2023

Graduate Spotlight: Nevaeh Shaw

Mizzou Nursing student inspired by late mother’s dreams and father’s strength, 30 friends and family to attend commencement

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Dec. 14, 2023

Graduate Spotlight: Kody Edwards

From patient to nurse, student Kody Edwards finds full circle moment as he enters his career as a Mizzou Made Nurse