MIZZOU INFO 10/14/2026 - 10/20/2026

MO Connected Care & Ethics Summit is coming Nov. 19–20!

This year’s summit will bring together health care, technology, ethics and policy professionals to explore how connected care is changing health care—and the ethical questions that must accompany that change.

At the center of the event is the Pellegrino Keynote Lecture, delivered by nationally recognized telehealth and health policy expert Ateev Mehrotra, MD, MPH. His keynote, “The Future of Connected Care—Innovation, Ethics, and Access,” will examine the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of health care.

The Pellegrino Lectureship honors Edmund D. Pellegrino, MD, a pioneering figure in medical ethics who devoted his career to exploring the ethical foundations of medicine and the relationship between patients and those who care for them.

For Dr. Lea Brandt, Dir. MU Center for Health Ethics and former mentee of Pellegrino, the lecture carries special meaning.

“Ed encouraged us to look beyond the science and technology and really think about the fidelity of the healing relationship,” Brandt says. “Health care is constantly changing, but we have to keep coming back to those fundamental questions.”

Whether you work in health care, technology, policy, education, research or ethics, the summit offers an opportunity to consider: What should the future of connected care look like—and how can we help shape it responsibly?

Mizzou students are encouraged to attend!

MO Connected Care & Ethics Summit is coming Nov. 19–20!

This year’s summit will bring together health care, technology, ethics and policy professionals to explore how connected care is changing health care—and the ethical questions that must accompany that change.

At the center of the event is the Pellegrino Keynote Lecture, delivered by nationally recognized telehealth and health policy expert Ateev Mehrotra, MD, MPH. His keynote, “The Future of Connected Care—Innovation, Ethics, and Access,” will examine the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of health care.

The Pellegrino Lectureship honors Edmund D. Pellegrino, MD, a pioneering figure in medical ethics who devoted his career to exploring the ethical foundations of medicine and the relationship between patients and those who care for them.

For Dr. Lea Brandt, Dir. MU Center for Health Ethics and former mentee of Pellegrino, the lecture carries special meaning.

“Ed encouraged us to look beyond the science and technology and really think about the fidelity of the healing relationship,” Brandt says. “Health care is constantly changing, but we have to keep coming back to those fundamental questions.”

Whether you work in health care, technology, policy, education, research or ethics, the summit offers an opportunity to consider: What should the future of connected care look like—and how can we help shape it responsibly?

Mizzou students are encouraged to attend!

Applications are now open for the 2027 Kinder-RAI-MU Honors Oxford Summer School, through which students will spend four weeks in July immersed in the intellectual life of the University of Oxford, living and dining in Corpus Christi College and taking classes with distinguished Oxford faculty at the Rothermere American Institute. All MU Honors students with interest in political science, history, public affairs and law are encouraged to apply, and especially those who have started or completed the Honors College’s Revolutions and Constitutions social science course sequence. Applications are due Nov. 1, and program co-leaders Dr. Billy Coleman and Dr. Katie Fapp will hold an information session about the summer school on Friday, Oct. 23, from 3-4 p.m. in Jesse Hall 410 (no RSVP necessary). Contact Profs. Coleman or Fapp with any questions.

Applications are now open for the 2027 Kinder-RAI-MU Honors Oxford Summer School, through which students will spend four weeks in July immersed in the intellectual life of the University of Oxford, living and dining in Corpus Christi College and taking classes with distinguished Oxford faculty at the Rothermere American Institute. All MU Honors students with interest in political science, history, public affairs and law are encouraged to apply, and especially those who have started or completed the Honors College’s Revolutions and Constitutions social science course sequence. Applications are due Nov. 1, and program co-leaders Dr. Billy Coleman and Dr. Katie Fapp will hold an information session about the summer school on Friday, Oct. 23, from 3-4 p.m. in Jesse Hall 410 (no RSVP necessary). Contact Profs. Coleman or Fapp with any questions.

There is still time to apply for the Chancellor’s Leadership Class for Spring 2027. We want every Mizzou freshman or first-year student to have the opportunity to grow your leadership skills. In this class you will learn proven strategies to help you become a more effective communicator, develop your people skills, enhance your self-confidence and gain strategies for leading yourself and others. You’ll also chart a personal leadership path for success at Mizzou and beyond. Our instructors are dedicated to your success and you’ll even get to meet the chancellor and other MU leaders. Even better, this class counts toward the minor in Leadership and Service.

Apply here: CLC Spring 2027 Application

There is still time to apply for the Chancellor’s Leadership Class for Spring 2027. We want every Mizzou freshman or first-year student to have the opportunity to grow your leadership skills. In this class you will learn proven strategies to help you become a more effective communicator, develop your people skills, enhance your self-confidence and gain strategies for leading yourself and others. You’ll also chart a personal leadership path for success at Mizzou and beyond. Our instructors are dedicated to your success and you’ll even get to meet the chancellor and other MU leaders. Even better, this class counts toward the minor in Leadership and Service.

Apply here: CLC Spring 2027 Application

If you're looking for something completely different, LUMIA delivers. Combining cutting-edge technology with world-class live performers, this high-energy production creates an immersive adventure that has to be seen to be believed. Don't miss your chance to get $25 tickets to see LUMIA live on October 23 in Jesse Auditorium.

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If you're looking for something completely different, LUMIA delivers. Combining cutting-edge technology with world-class live performers, this high-energy production creates an immersive adventure that has to be seen to be believed. Don't miss your chance to get $25 tickets to see LUMIA live on October 23 in Jesse Auditorium.

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Is your healthy baby between 6 weeks and 3 months old? Your baby may be eligible for a research study evaluating a new investigational version of the pneumococcal vaccine currently recommended for infants.

Who can participate?

• Healthy infants aged 42 to 98 days old who have not yet received their routine 2-month vaccinations
• Parents or legal guardians willing to attend study visits and complete study activities

Participation includes 6 in-person study visits over approximately 15 months. Infants will receive routine recommended childhood vaccinations in addition to the pneumococcal study vaccine or an approved pneumococcal vaccine and will have 3 blood draws throughout the study. Families may receive up to $1,116 in compensation for completing all study visits, with additional reimbursement available for travel, meals and other study-related expenses.

To learn more or see if your baby is eligible, please contact the study team at clinicalresearch@health.missouri.edu or 573-882-9387.

Is your healthy baby between 6 weeks and 3 months old? Your baby may be eligible for a research study evaluating a new investigational version of the pneumococcal vaccine currently recommended for infants.

Who can participate?

• Healthy infants aged 42 to 98 days old who have not yet received their routine 2-month vaccinations
• Parents or legal guardians willing to attend study visits and complete study activities

Participation includes 6 in-person study visits over approximately 15 months. Infants will receive routine recommended childhood vaccinations in addition to the pneumococcal study vaccine or an approved pneumococcal vaccine and will have 3 blood draws throughout the study. Families may receive up to $1,116 in compensation for completing all study visits, with additional reimbursement available for travel, meals and other study-related expenses.

To learn more or see if your baby is eligible, please contact the study team at clinicalresearch@health.missouri.edu or 573-882-9387.

Calling all aspiring lawyers! Applications for the Kinder Institute’s Spring 2027 Constitutional Litigation seminar, which includes a Spring Break trip to DC, are now open, with a deadline of Oct. 21. The course is cross-listed with Constitutional Democracy and Political Science (CD/PS 4231), but all students with an interest in constitutional law are eligible and encouraged to apply, regardless of their major. A link to the application can be found here, and questions can be directed to Kinder Institute Director of Undergraduate Studies Dr. Thomas Kane, KaneTC@missouri.edu.

Calling all aspiring lawyers! Applications for the Kinder Institute’s Spring 2027 Constitutional Litigation seminar, which includes a Spring Break trip to DC, are now open, with a deadline of Oct. 21. The course is cross-listed with Constitutional Democracy and Political Science (CD/PS 4231), but all students with an interest in constitutional law are eligible and encouraged to apply, regardless of their major. A link to the application can be found here, and questions can be directed to Kinder Institute Director of Undergraduate Studies Dr. Thomas Kane, KaneTC@missouri.edu.

Mizzou Libraries invites you to join us for International Open Access Week 2026 (Oct. 19-25), a global event focused on increasing awareness and understanding of open access and scholarly communication. Throughout the week, Mizzou Libraries will offer a series of online workshops designed to help researchers, students and authors navigate the scholarly publishing landscape. All workshops are free, but registration is required.

Predatory Journals: The Dark Side of Open Access
Date: Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
Time: 1–1:45 p.m.
Registration

Open Access Publishing: Expanding the Reach of Your Research
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026
Time: 1–1:45 p.m.
Registration

Undergraduate Researchers: Your Research Identity & Publishing Opportunities
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
Time: 1–1:50 p.m.
Registration

Copyright for Authors
Date: Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
Time: 1–1:45 p.m.
Registration

Mizzou Libraries invites you to join us for International Open Access Week 2026 (Oct. 19-25), a global event focused on increasing awareness and understanding of open access and scholarly communication. Throughout the week, Mizzou Libraries will offer a series of online workshops designed to help researchers, students and authors navigate the scholarly publishing landscape. All workshops are free, but registration is required.

Predatory Journals: The Dark Side of Open Access
Date: Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
Time: 1–1:45 p.m.
Registration

Open Access Publishing: Expanding the Reach of Your Research
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026
Time: 1–1:45 p.m.
Registration

Undergraduate Researchers: Your Research Identity & Publishing Opportunities
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
Time: 1–1:50 p.m.
Registration

Copyright for Authors
Date: Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
Time: 1–1:45 p.m.
Registration

Registration for Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) October-December 2026 is now open.

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is an evidence-based program designed to help individuals learn basic balance and strength-training exercises. SSSH is an eight-week, energizing strength training program. This strength training program is designed to help you move & get stronger for your health.

Take this opportunity to improve your health and join others in the community for this enjoyable program. The group meets twice a week, and each class is approximately one hour long. Adults of all fitness levels are encouraged to participate, with varying levels available. If you are interested or require further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to muextsssh@missouri.edu. 

Parking and class details will be shared closer to the start date of each class. Please go to our website to see all available classes.

Registration for Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) October-December 2026 is now open.

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is an evidence-based program designed to help individuals learn basic balance and strength-training exercises. SSSH is an eight-week, energizing strength training program. This strength training program is designed to help you move & get stronger for your health.

Take this opportunity to improve your health and join others in the community for this enjoyable program. The group meets twice a week, and each class is approximately one hour long. Adults of all fitness levels are encouraged to participate, with varying levels available. If you are interested or require further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to muextsssh@missouri.edu. 

Parking and class details will be shared closer to the start date of each class. Please go to our website to see all available classes.

The MU Learning and Memory Psychophysiology Lab (Dr. Cofresi) is recruiting for a fMRI research study on brain responding to cues. You may be eligible if you are 21–30 years old and have consumed alcohol at least twice in the past month. Participation includes 4 visits at the Marx Building (MU Campus) involving computer tasks and small sips of water and alcohol in the scanner (1-2.5hr/visit; total 9 hrs), plus 5 short electronic surveys over 12 months. Participants can earn up to $420. Learn more and complete the screening on the MU LAMP Lab website.

The MU Learning and Memory Psychophysiology Lab (Dr. Cofresi) is recruiting for a fMRI research study on brain responding to cues. You may be eligible if you are 21–30 years old and have consumed alcohol at least twice in the past month. Participation includes 4 visits at the Marx Building (MU Campus) involving computer tasks and small sips of water and alcohol in the scanner (1-2.5hr/visit; total 9 hrs), plus 5 short electronic surveys over 12 months. Participants can earn up to $420. Learn more and complete the screening on the MU LAMP Lab website.

Now is the time to explore graduate programs from the BBME Department in Health Care Project Management and Health Informatics. Online programs are available for working professionals.

Gain skills employers seek in leadership, technology, data systems and healthcare innovation. Start with a single course: AI in Healthcare, Intro to Health Informatics or Healthcare Project Management. 

Information session Fri, Oct. 23, 1-2 p.m. via zoom.

Email bbmeadmissions@missouri.edu for more info/invitation.

Whether you want to advance in your current role or transition into a growing field, these programs can move you forward faster. Career opportunities include:

• Healthcare Leadership

• Informatics

• Consulting

• Systems Development

• Executive Roles

Now is the time to explore graduate programs from the BBME Department in Health Care Project Management and Health Informatics. Online programs are available for working professionals.

Gain skills employers seek in leadership, technology, data systems and healthcare innovation. Start with a single course: AI in Healthcare, Intro to Health Informatics or Healthcare Project Management. 

Information session Fri, Oct. 23, 1-2 p.m. via zoom.

Email bbmeadmissions@missouri.edu for more info/invitation.

Whether you want to advance in your current role or transition into a growing field, these programs can move you forward faster. Career opportunities include:

• Healthcare Leadership

• Informatics

• Consulting

• Systems Development

• Executive Roles

Researchers in the MU Dept. of Occupational Therapy are seeking adolescents and young adults aged 13-21 with a formal diagnosis of cerebral palsy, at least one year left in high school, the ability to participate in back-and-forth conversation and the ability to self-mobilize with or without adaptive equipment for a research study. Participants will complete online assessments two times and participate in an experimental telehealth intervention or educational resource and weekly check-ins via Zoom once a week for three months. Some participants may be invited for an interview after sessions. Participation is voluntary. Participants will be compensated for their time. PI: Dr. Melanie Tkach at muchsfam-lifelab@missouri.edu or 573-882-0992.

Researchers in the MU Dept. of Occupational Therapy are seeking adolescents and young adults aged 13-21 with a formal diagnosis of cerebral palsy, at least one year left in high school, the ability to participate in back-and-forth conversation and the ability to self-mobilize with or without adaptive equipment for a research study. Participants will complete online assessments two times and participate in an experimental telehealth intervention or educational resource and weekly check-ins via Zoom once a week for three months. Some participants may be invited for an interview after sessions. Participation is voluntary. Participants will be compensated for their time. PI: Dr. Melanie Tkach at muchsfam-lifelab@missouri.edu or 573-882-0992.

Join us Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to noon in Memorial Union Stotler Lounge III to connect with human-centered researchers. We will have presentations from the Inaugural Human-Centered Research Interest Group (HCR-RIG) Catalyst Awardees, and we will discuss the future funding goals and research initiatives of the HCR-RIG. Plus, time has been set aside for networking. This event is open to faculty, graduate students and researchers interested in human-centered research. Brunch will be provided. To RSVP complete this survey. For questions please email Dr. Kerri McBee-Black at mcbeeblackk@missouri.edu.

Join us Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to noon in Memorial Union Stotler Lounge III to connect with human-centered researchers. We will have presentations from the Inaugural Human-Centered Research Interest Group (HCR-RIG) Catalyst Awardees, and we will discuss the future funding goals and research initiatives of the HCR-RIG. Plus, time has been set aside for networking. This event is open to faculty, graduate students and researchers interested in human-centered research. Brunch will be provided. To RSVP complete this survey. For questions please email Dr. Kerri McBee-Black at mcbeeblackk@missouri.edu.

Join us for the Truman Symposium from 1:15 to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, in N214A Memorial Union as we commemorate America’s 250th anniversary and explore President Harry S Truman’s legacy in Korea and the future of the U.S. – Republic of Korea (ROK) relationship. The symposium will bring together distinguished leaders, scholars and special guests for a keynote address and panel discussion on the history and future of this important international partnership.

Participants who register and attend the entire symposium (1:15–4:30 p.m.) will receive a high-quality commemorative Truman Symposium hoodie jacket.

Register here

Join us for the Truman Symposium from 1:15 to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, in N214A Memorial Union as we commemorate America’s 250th anniversary and explore President Harry S Truman’s legacy in Korea and the future of the U.S. – Republic of Korea (ROK) relationship. The symposium will bring together distinguished leaders, scholars and special guests for a keynote address and panel discussion on the history and future of this important international partnership.

Participants who register and attend the entire symposium (1:15–4:30 p.m.) will receive a high-quality commemorative Truman Symposium hoodie jacket.

Register here

Serving as a Summer Welcome Leader gives you the opportunity to develop your leadership skills and mentor incoming students, all while building new friendships that will last a lifetime. 

Prospective applicants must attend an info session. RSVP is not required, but you can sign up through MU Engage.

• Monday, Nov. 2, 6 to 7 p.m., Strickland 105
• Friday, Nov. 6, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Strickland 105
• Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6 to 7 p.m., Strickland 105
• Tuesday, Nov. 24, 7 to 8 p.m., Virtual
• Thursday, Dec. 3, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Strickland 105
• Application deadline is Friday, Dec. 11 at 5 p.m.

If you have any questions about becoming a Summer Welcome Leader, please contact us at swstudentcoordinator@missouri.edu or 573-884-9868. 

Serving as a Summer Welcome Leader gives you the opportunity to develop your leadership skills and mentor incoming students, all while building new friendships that will last a lifetime. 

Prospective applicants must attend an info session. RSVP is not required, but you can sign up through MU Engage.

• Monday, Nov. 2, 6 to 7 p.m., Strickland 105
• Friday, Nov. 6, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Strickland 105
• Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6 to 7 p.m., Strickland 105
• Tuesday, Nov. 24, 7 to 8 p.m., Virtual
• Thursday, Dec. 3, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Strickland 105
• Application deadline is Friday, Dec. 11 at 5 p.m.

If you have any questions about becoming a Summer Welcome Leader, please contact us at swstudentcoordinator@missouri.edu or 573-884-9868. 

The Nutrition and Exercise Physiology Department is recruiting healthy males who are non-nicotine users between the ages of 18-45 for a research study examining the importance of sleep on blood pressure. This study has one 60-minute, in-person screen visit and two 2-hour, in-person research visits at Gwynn Hall. Participants will be compensated up to $55 for their time and effort. Please contact limberglab@missouri.edu or visit the NEP Research Volunteers webpage to complete a short questionnaire to find out if you qualify!

The Nutrition and Exercise Physiology Department is recruiting healthy males who are non-nicotine users between the ages of 18-45 for a research study examining the importance of sleep on blood pressure. This study has one 60-minute, in-person screen visit and two 2-hour, in-person research visits at Gwynn Hall. Participants will be compensated up to $55 for their time and effort. Please contact limberglab@missouri.edu or visit the NEP Research Volunteers webpage to complete a short questionnaire to find out if you qualify!

Are you planning on receiving a flu shot, are English speaking and over 18 years old? You may be eligible to participate in a study examining how the vaccination influences our body’s immune responses. Participants will complete a baseline survey and provide a blood sample before their vaccination, with follow-up surveys and blood draws at one week and one, three and six months at University of Missouri Health Care. Participants receive a $20 gift card per blood sample, up to $160 total compensation. The annual vaccine will not be provided by the study. For more information contact flustudy@umsystem.edu or submit your contact information through the baseline survey.

PI: Dr. Xiu-Feng (Henry) Wan.

Are you planning on receiving a flu shot, are English speaking and over 18 years old? You may be eligible to participate in a study examining how the vaccination influences our body’s immune responses. Participants will complete a baseline survey and provide a blood sample before their vaccination, with follow-up surveys and blood draws at one week and one, three and six months at University of Missouri Health Care. Participants receive a $20 gift card per blood sample, up to $160 total compensation. The annual vaccine will not be provided by the study. For more information contact flustudy@umsystem.edu or submit your contact information through the baseline survey.

PI: Dr. Xiu-Feng (Henry) Wan.

Learn the skills you need to build a thriving partnership. ShowMe Healthy Relationships offers a free 6-week series for single Missouri adults to build communication confidence, explore partnership dynamics and focus on personal growth.  

Choose your start date:

• Monday, Oct. 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
• Monday, Nov. 9, 1-3 p.m.
• Tuesday, Nov. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Ready to invest in your future?

Contact Kara at 573-882-4325 or kara.duke@missouri.edu.

Learn the skills you need to build a thriving partnership. ShowMe Healthy Relationships offers a free 6-week series for single Missouri adults to build communication confidence, explore partnership dynamics and focus on personal growth.  

Choose your start date:

• Monday, Oct. 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
• Monday, Nov. 9, 1-3 p.m.
• Tuesday, Nov. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Ready to invest in your future?

Contact Kara at 573-882-4325 or kara.duke@missouri.edu.

Participants are needed for research on attention that involves performing cognitive tasks while eye movements and brainwaves are recorded. The cognitive tasks measure aspects of attention and involve making manual responses to stimuli that are presented on a computer screen. We will record the speed and accuracy of your responses and brainwaves to study attention and perception.  
 
Payment is $60 per experimental session which takes 3 hours. We also have 1-hour sessions for $20 payment. Participants must be 18 to 35 years of age, have normal or corrected-to-normal visual acuity, normal color vision and no history of neurological problems. 

For more info, please contact us at attentionlab@missouri.edu.

Participants are needed for research on attention that involves performing cognitive tasks while eye movements and brainwaves are recorded. The cognitive tasks measure aspects of attention and involve making manual responses to stimuli that are presented on a computer screen. We will record the speed and accuracy of your responses and brainwaves to study attention and perception.  
 
Payment is $60 per experimental session which takes 3 hours. We also have 1-hour sessions for $20 payment. Participants must be 18 to 35 years of age, have normal or corrected-to-normal visual acuity, normal color vision and no history of neurological problems. 

For more info, please contact us at attentionlab@missouri.edu.

The Nutrition and Exercise Physiology Department is recruiting healthy women who are non-nicotine users between the ages of 30-55 for a research study. This project examines how blood flow changes in women during pre- and perimenopause. This study has one 30-minute informational Zoom meeting, one 60-minute in-person screen visit and one 7-hour research visit at the MU Campus. Participants will be compensated up to $250 for their time and effort. Please contact limberglab@missouri.edu or visit the NEP Research Volunteers webpage to complete a short questionnaire and find out if you qualify!

The Nutrition and Exercise Physiology Department is recruiting healthy women who are non-nicotine users between the ages of 30-55 for a research study. This project examines how blood flow changes in women during pre- and perimenopause. This study has one 30-minute informational Zoom meeting, one 60-minute in-person screen visit and one 7-hour research visit at the MU Campus. Participants will be compensated up to $250 for their time and effort. Please contact limberglab@missouri.edu or visit the NEP Research Volunteers webpage to complete a short questionnaire and find out if you qualify!

We're seeking participants for a University of Missouri study on blood flow and oxygen in women experiencing menopause and perimenopause. Join us for one 60-minute, in-person screen visit and three 5-hour research visits at Gwynn Hall. Participants receive body composition and blood panel results, plus up to $250 for their time. To learn more and check if you qualify, contact limberglab@missouri.edu or visit the NEP Research Volunteers webpage to complete a short questionnaire. 

We're seeking participants for a University of Missouri study on blood flow and oxygen in women experiencing menopause and perimenopause. Join us for one 60-minute, in-person screen visit and three 5-hour research visits at Gwynn Hall. Participants receive body composition and blood panel results, plus up to $250 for their time. To learn more and check if you qualify, contact limberglab@missouri.edu or visit the NEP Research Volunteers webpage to complete a short questionnaire.