Accolades

Dr. Annabelle Burnum

June 13, 2025

Annabelle Burnum awarded LEAP Fellowship

Selection as a LEAP Fellow reflects Burnum’s outstanding promise as a scholar, educator and contributor to the university’s mission.

CVM west exterior of building

June 10, 2025

Spring 2025 dean’s list announced

The University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine dean’s list recognizes undergraduate microbiology and Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Technology students who have displayed academic excellence during the previous semester.

Blake Arciga pictured pipetting

June 9, 2025

Blake Arciga wins American Association for Cancer Research Undergraduate Scholar Award

The award honors Arciga’s promise as a future leader in cancer research, offering mentorship, national recognition and opportunities to present his work on a global stage.

Waleed Atout, center, with Provost Matthew Martens, Staff Advisory Council Chair Lindsay Hing and guests.

May 27, 2025

Waleed Atout receives James P. Pace Continuous Improvement Award

Waleed Atout, center, with Provost Matthew Martens, Staff Advisory Council Chair Lindsay Hing and guests. Published 5/27/25Story contact: Liz Alexander, CVMMarCom@missouri.eduPhoto by Abbie Lankitus Each year during Staff Recognition Week, the University of Missouri presents the Outstanding Staff Awards to recognize staff achievement and excellence. Each award celebrates those who go above and beyond, setting the standard for excellence, dedication and impact. In what may be the most rewarding job on campus, a committee of Staff Advisory Council members and staff-at-large select honorees after carefully reviewing nominations submitted by colleagues, students, alumni and retirees. This year, Waleed Atout, the College…

elizabeth bryda, karen clifford and cot fox

May 22, 2025

2025 Dean’s Impact Award winners announced

Three outstanding Tigers — Elizabeth Bryda, Karen Clifford and Cot Fox — have been honored with the College of Veterinary Medicine’s 2025 Dean’s Impact Awards, recognizing their exceptional contributions to the college’s mission and community.

Ti Lu

May 21, 2025

Ti Lu selected as mentor in ASM Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship program

The assistant research professor will help shape the next generation of microbial scientists through mentorship that fosters research passion, professional growth and support.

mary mcfillen

May 9, 2025

Mary McFillen named April PAWsome Award winner

Mary McFillen, a veterinary technician at the Veterinary Health Center, was named the April 2025 PAWsome Award winner by the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine’s Staff Advisory Council.

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May 9, 2025

2025 CVM Research Day award winners announced

CVM Research Day awards recognize outstanding research presentations by students, interns, residents and postdoctoral fellows in Mizzou’s College of Veterinary Medicine.

Rajiv Mohan

May 5, 2025

Rajiv Mohan receives Provost’s Award for Leadership in International Education

The award recognizes Mizzou faculty who have provided outstanding leadership in strengthening the university’s international dimension.

veterinary medical building exterior

April 28, 2025

College of Veterinary Medicine celebrates scholarship and award recipients

In 2024-25, more than 260 scholarships and awards were given.