TRiO supports Mizzou freshman’s future in medicine

“I always knew I wanted to be a doctor but realized that I wanted to be a family doctor,” Ahrens said. “And then seeing the health disparities that people face in my town made me want to become a rural family doctor.”

Digital Storytelling major is ready for New York with TRiO

Despite being a Columbia native and having an older sister who is an alumna, Latrell Hickem initially dismissed the University of Missouri. 

Nursing sophomore shares experience as TRiO student

TRiO Student Support Services helped guide Elder through her first year and, more importantly, fostered a sense of belonging.

Fall 2024 Discovery Center Dean’s List

The Discovery Center is proud to congratulate the 221 undergraduate students in the “exploring” academic path who earned a place on the Fall 2024 Dean’s List.

Defining a Tiger

Lily Williams started working as a Writing Center as a Mizzou freshman and has helped over 400 students with their writing.

Mizzou invests in “learning that sticks”

This summer, Mizzou faculty attended the High Impact Practices Summer Institute, a pilot program funded by a 2024 MizzouForward Student Success grant.

First-Gen Champions

Learn about the student and advisor who received awards for their commitment to first-generation students.

Finding support, building community

Learn how Hanna Caldwell found her community as a first-generation student at Mizzou.

MU Veterans Center Q&A  

Keith Glindemann, director of MU’s Veterans Center, shares how students connected to the military can get involved with center resources.

Breaking ground in research and leadership

In honor of First-Generation College Celebration Day, meet three Tigers who are writing their own stories.