Aug. 2, 2025
Cheryl Rojas named July PAWsome Award winner
Cheryl Rojas, clinical pathology laboratory supervisor at the Veterinary Health Center, was named the July 2025 PAWsome Award winner by the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine’s Staff Advisory Council.
July 8, 2025
Lily McCandless named June PAWsome Award winner
Lily McCandless, a lead veterinary technician at the Veterinary Health Center, was named the June 2025 PAWsome Award winner by the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine’s Staff Advisory Council.
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.
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.
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.
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…
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.
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.
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.
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.