Alumni

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Aug. 12, 2020

Journalism alum produces viral NFL video

In less than 24 hours, Bryndon Minter, BJ ’15, produced the “I am George Floyd” video – putting the NFL, and Minter, in the spotlight fighting systemic racism.

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Aug. 5, 2020

Remembering Dr. Ridgel

Dr. Gus T. Ridgel, who helped desegregate MU and was the first Black graduate, has died at 95. Ridgel received a master’s degree in economics with honors in 1951.

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July 24, 2020

Locating the resources you need

Alumnus Chris Dobbs is using his Tiger knowledge and passion for learning to help guide students, faculty and staff to the resources they need to improve their success.

July 17, 2020

Under the gun

A veteran journalist recounts how he learned his trade on the frontlines of war in Central America.

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July 13, 2020

Health Sciences alumnus finds his purpose at Mizzou

Frank May III is using his degree to help improve the health and well-being of as many people as possible.

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July 10, 2020

Building a case

University of Missouri alumnus and attorney Patrick Strawbridge looks back on his years at MU and experiences at the U.S. Supreme Court.

June 19, 2020

Alumni help build facility for the future of Mizzou research

Hundreds of construction specialists are working together to build the NextGen Precision Health Institute. Among them, more than 30 Mizzou alumni are working on the construction site. For many, the job is personal.

alumni with horse

June 12, 2020

MU announces $1 million gift from alumnus to College of Veterinary Medicine

Unrestricted gift will direct resources to the college’s greatest needs.

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May 26, 2020

Answering the call to save lives

MU alumna faces the front line of COVID-19 in a local emergency room.

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May 23, 2020

Business student gives back in time of crisis

Otha Thurmond, a May 2020 Mizzou graduate, is helping support the Columbia community by collecting and donating toiletries and other sanitation goods to those in need.

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