A scholar, mentor and community builder  

Michael S. Williams, Ph.D., faculty fellow for the Office of the Provost, pays it forward, ensuring future scholars have opportunities for growth and impact. 

Tackling problems. Providing solutions. 

Motivated by her passion to deliver care in more efficient ways, Rachel Proffitt, OTD, OTR/L is determined to use technology for good.

Photo gallery: 2024 Emerging Leaders Conference

At the 2024 Emerging Leaders Conference, scholars demonstrated their dedication to leadership during a four-day experience that gave them a taste of college life.

MAC Scholars Summer Academy: Photo Gallery

The 2024 MAC Scholars Honors Summer Academy is a 10-day program for rising 10th graders. Check out the experience!

Mentorship Matters 

Doctoral student, Ernest Eshun provides insight on how his pursuit of education has allowed him to become a mentor to others.

Photo Gallery: Missouri College Advising Corp End of Year Banquet

The Missouri College Advising Corps' banquet, held at the Hampton Inn & Suites in Columbia, Missouri, marked the culmination of a successful year of guiding students towards college success.

Feeling connected 

Assistant Teaching Professor Sonita Simelus shares her personal experience with Connection, a program that provides support and resources for faculty members.  

Photo Gallery: Connection Faculty Research Showcase

During Show Me Research Week, we partnered with the Office of the Provost to present a two-day faculty research showcase. View our photo gallery below!

Instilling Confidence  

Rachel Hughes, a second-year adviser in the Missouri College Advising Corps, navigates a plethora of questions from first-generation students unsure about their collegiate future.

Empowering Futures  

Rabin Decatorsmith’s commitment to students is unwavering. As a second-year adviser in the Missouri College Advising Corps, Decatorsmith is empowering students to dream big and reach for the stars.