MIZZOU INFO 10/28/2026 - 11/3/2026

Join your friends and colleagues from the Mizzou and MU Health Care community Nov. 5 as we kick off our drive to help the Heart of Missouri United Way support the health, education and well-being of individuals and families in our area. 

Each year, students, faculty, staff and retirees unite to create lasting change and build an even stronger community. 

Make a gift at the kickoff event and receive a voucher for lunch from one of several local food trucks on site. Join us 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, on the south lawn of Jesse Hall.

Can’t make it to the kickoff and want to support the campaign? Make a gift today.

Join your friends and colleagues from the Mizzou and MU Health Care community Nov. 5 as we kick off our drive to help the Heart of Missouri United Way support the health, education and well-being of individuals and families in our area. 

Each year, students, faculty, staff and retirees unite to create lasting change and build an even stronger community. 

Make a gift at the kickoff event and receive a voucher for lunch from one of several local food trucks on site. Join us 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, on the south lawn of Jesse Hall.

Can’t make it to the kickoff and want to support the campaign? Make a gift today.

Mizzou's popular Saturday Morning Science events aren't your typical science lectures. Expect to be entertained, see demonstrations, learn a lot - and best of all - you'll want to come back for more.

Saturday, Oct. 31
10 a.m.
Room 171 Bond Life Sciences Center

Presented by Dr. Rob Myers, Director of the MU Center for Regenerative Agiculture, this presentation will tie into the Halloween theme with a discussion of how healthy soils are important for growing healthy pumpkins and all kinds of other plants, including the many food plants we eat. Use of cover crops such as crimson clover and rye are one important way farmers are working to improve the health of soil. Did you know that a teaspoon of healthy soil can have more soil microbes than there are people on Planet Earth? Come grow your knowledge on plants and soils!

Free and open to the public. Attendees of all ages are welcome.
Light refreshments will be served. 

Mizzou's popular Saturday Morning Science events aren't your typical science lectures. Expect to be entertained, see demonstrations, learn a lot - and best of all - you'll want to come back for more.

Saturday, Oct. 31
10 a.m.
Room 171 Bond Life Sciences Center

Presented by Dr. Rob Myers, Director of the MU Center for Regenerative Agiculture, this presentation will tie into the Halloween theme with a discussion of how healthy soils are important for growing healthy pumpkins and all kinds of other plants, including the many food plants we eat. Use of cover crops such as crimson clover and rye are one important way farmers are working to improve the health of soil. Did you know that a teaspoon of healthy soil can have more soil microbes than there are people on Planet Earth? Come grow your knowledge on plants and soils!

Free and open to the public. Attendees of all ages are welcome.
Light refreshments will be served. 

Take a musical journey with Mizzou Show-Me Opera’s “Rewind the Curtain: Broadway Now & Then”. From “Hamilton” and “Hairspray” to “West Side Story” and “Oklahoma!” experience more than 80 years of Broadway songs and scenes celebrating the evolution of the American musical.

“Rewind the Curtain: Broadway Now & Then” comes to the Missouri Theatre November 6 and 7 at 7 p.m. Admission is free for MU affiliates and K-12 students and just $6 for the general public. Click here to get tickets.

Take a musical journey with Mizzou Show-Me Opera’s “Rewind the Curtain: Broadway Now & Then”. From “Hamilton” and “Hairspray” to “West Side Story” and “Oklahoma!” experience more than 80 years of Broadway songs and scenes celebrating the evolution of the American musical.

“Rewind the Curtain: Broadway Now & Then” comes to the Missouri Theatre November 6 and 7 at 7 p.m. Admission is free for MU affiliates and K-12 students and just $6 for the general public. Click here to get tickets.

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

How to apply

Prospective applicants must attend an informational session in order to receive an application. During the session, time commitment, expectations and benefits will be discussed.

Summer Welcome Leader Info Sessions

Attend an info session to learn about serving as a SWL during Summer Welcome Orientation 2027. RSVP is not required, but you can sign up to attend through MU Engage and add the session to your calendar. 

• Monday, Nov. 2, 6-7 p.m., Strickland 105 
• Friday, Nov. 6, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Strickland 105
• Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6-7 p.m., Strickland 105
• Tuesday, Nov. 24, 7-8 p.m., Virtual
• Thursday, Dec. 3, 6:30-7:30 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. If you anticipate needing captioning or other accommodations, please submit your request one week prior to the session.

Learn more at newstudent.missouri.edu and follow us on Instagram @summerwelcomemu for updates, announcements and more!

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

How to apply

Prospective applicants must attend an informational session in order to receive an application. During the session, time commitment, expectations and benefits will be discussed.

Summer Welcome Leader Info Sessions

Attend an info session to learn about serving as a SWL during Summer Welcome Orientation 2027. RSVP is not required, but you can sign up to attend through MU Engage and add the session to your calendar. 

• Monday, Nov. 2, 6-7 p.m., Strickland 105 
• Friday, Nov. 6, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Strickland 105
• Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6-7 p.m., Strickland 105
• Tuesday, Nov. 24, 7-8 p.m., Virtual
• Thursday, Dec. 3, 6:30-7:30 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. If you anticipate needing captioning or other accommodations, please submit your request one week prior to the session.

Learn more at newstudent.missouri.edu and follow us on Instagram @summerwelcomemu for updates, announcements and more!

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

Join us for Little Women: The Musical in Rhynsburger Theatre from Nov. 5-15. Based on Alcott’s beloved novel, Little Women, this show follows the four March sisters—Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy—on their journeys of love, loss, growth and independence during the Civil War era. Get tickets!

Join us for Little Women: The Musical in Rhynsburger Theatre from Nov. 5-15. Based on Alcott’s beloved novel, Little Women, this show follows the four March sisters—Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy—on their journeys of love, loss, growth and independence during the Civil War era. Get tickets!

Join the Mizzou community in celebrating the 100th birthday of the Memorial Student Union Tower, a cherished campus landmark and enduring tribute to Mizzou students and alumni who gave their lives in service to our country. 

You are invited to two centennial events: 
 

WHAT: 100th Memorial Student Union Tower Birthday Bash

WHEN: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 

WHERE: Memorial Student Union 

DETAILS: Special student-focused event co-sponsored by the Campus Activities Programming Board (CAPB) featuring free pizza all day, birthday cake at 4 p.m. and special giveaways, games and prizes. 

Find the details on MU Engage. 
 

WHAT: Memorial Student Union Tower Centennial Celebration

WHEN: 2-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 

WHERE: Memorial Student Union 

DETAILS: Short program begins at 2 p.m. followed by an opportunity to peek inside the clock tower and view a commemorative flag display, experience an immersive visual storyboard, watch video highlights and participate in a community art project. 

The first 200 attendees will receive a free commemorative pin. 

Get more details, including parking information, on the Mizzou Events Calendar. 

Questions? Email the Missouri Student Unions.  

Join the Mizzou community in celebrating the 100th birthday of the Memorial Student Union Tower, a cherished campus landmark and enduring tribute to Mizzou students and alumni who gave their lives in service to our country. 

You are invited to two centennial events: 
 

WHAT: 100th Memorial Student Union Tower Birthday Bash

WHEN: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 

WHERE: Memorial Student Union 

DETAILS: Special student-focused event co-sponsored by the Campus Activities Programming Board (CAPB) featuring free pizza all day, birthday cake at 4 p.m. and special giveaways, games and prizes. 

Find the details on MU Engage. 
 

WHAT: Memorial Student Union Tower Centennial Celebration

WHEN: 2-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 

WHERE: Memorial Student Union 

DETAILS: Short program begins at 2 p.m. followed by an opportunity to peek inside the clock tower and view a commemorative flag display, experience an immersive visual storyboard, watch video highlights and participate in a community art project. 

The first 200 attendees will receive a free commemorative pin. 

Get more details, including parking information, on the Mizzou Events Calendar. 

Questions? Email the Missouri Student Unions.  

Are you 18-60 years old with a weight status classified as obese (BMI: 30-45 kg/m2)? If so, you might be eligible to participate in a study examining the effects of grapes on gut and immune health and body composition. This study involves a 1 hr 15 min screening visit, four 2-hr and two 45-minute research visits at MU. Learn more about your gut, immune and metabolic health, body fat and lean mass, bone health and mental well-being and stress levels. Whole grapes are provided in powder form to be consumed as a beverage. Total compensation for the study is $250. For more information, contact Caitlyn Winn in the Department of Nutrition and Exercise Physiology, University of Missouri at NepImmuneHealthStudy@missouri.edu.

Are you 18-60 years old with a weight status classified as obese (BMI: 30-45 kg/m2)? If so, you might be eligible to participate in a study examining the effects of grapes on gut and immune health and body composition. This study involves a 1 hr 15 min screening visit, four 2-hr and two 45-minute research visits at MU. Learn more about your gut, immune and metabolic health, body fat and lean mass, bone health and mental well-being and stress levels. Whole grapes are provided in powder form to be consumed as a beverage. Total compensation for the study is $250. For more information, contact Caitlyn Winn in the Department of Nutrition and Exercise Physiology, University of Missouri at NepImmuneHealthStudy@missouri.edu.

AI is changing how work is done, and accounting is no exception. Join the School of Accountancy for the Orin Ethics Symposium, where EY’s Rick Clark will discuss accountability, ethics and professional judgment in an age of AI.

Friday, Nov. 6 | 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Bush Auditorium, Cornell Hall

Free; no RSVP needed.

AI is changing how work is done, and accounting is no exception. Join the School of Accountancy for the Orin Ethics Symposium, where EY’s Rick Clark will discuss accountability, ethics and professional judgment in an age of AI.

Friday, Nov. 6 | 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Bush Auditorium, Cornell Hall

Free; no RSVP needed.

Are you getting medical care for chronic muscle and/or bone pain in more than one area? Do you think it is important to rate pain for healthcare providers and seem trustworthy while doing so? If “yes,” you may qualify for a research study on mental tasks during pain ratings. Take the screening survey to see if you qualify. The study will consist of online surveys and one laboratory visit. You will not need to change medications, but we will monitor your heart and skin by patches on your chest and palm. Participation will require about 2.5 hours. You may qualify for up to $60 in gift cards. Dr. Erin Dannecker is primarily responsible for the study (email: UMHSSHPdanneckerlab@missouri.edu).

Are you getting medical care for chronic muscle and/or bone pain in more than one area? Do you think it is important to rate pain for healthcare providers and seem trustworthy while doing so? If “yes,” you may qualify for a research study on mental tasks during pain ratings. Take the screening survey to see if you qualify. The study will consist of online surveys and one laboratory visit. You will not need to change medications, but we will monitor your heart and skin by patches on your chest and palm. Participation will require about 2.5 hours. You may qualify for up to $60 in gift cards. Dr. Erin Dannecker is primarily responsible for the study (email: UMHSSHPdanneckerlab@missouri.edu).

In our era of relentless information flood, it can be taken for granted that almost everything you create is protected by copyright. While this protection has been automatic upon fixation since 1978, there are some reasons you may want to consider registering your original work with the United States Copyright Office. This workshop will discuss how to stand up for your (copy)rights as well as how to ensure you are an ethical user of others' intellectual property. 

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026

Time: 1-1:50 p.m.

Register for online workshop.

In our era of relentless information flood, it can be taken for granted that almost everything you create is protected by copyright. While this protection has been automatic upon fixation since 1978, there are some reasons you may want to consider registering your original work with the United States Copyright Office. This workshop will discuss how to stand up for your (copy)rights as well as how to ensure you are an ethical user of others' intellectual property. 

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026

Time: 1-1:50 p.m.

Register for online workshop.

Looking for ways to reduce textbook costs while creating more flexible, engaging course materials? Join us for an introduction to publishing and content-creation tools that can help you develop Affordable & Open Educational Resources (A&OER) for your courses.

This workshop will explore a variety of tools that make it easier to create, publish and share instructional content. Learn about resources already available to you, including Pressbooks and Canvas, as well as additional free and low-cost options that support a wide range of teaching needs and formats.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026

Time: 3-4 p.m.

Register for online workshop

Looking for ways to reduce textbook costs while creating more flexible, engaging course materials? Join us for an introduction to publishing and content-creation tools that can help you develop Affordable & Open Educational Resources (A&OER) for your courses.

This workshop will explore a variety of tools that make it easier to create, publish and share instructional content. Learn about resources already available to you, including Pressbooks and Canvas, as well as additional free and low-cost options that support a wide range of teaching needs and formats.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026

Time: 3-4 p.m.

Register for online workshop

The Center for Applied Statistics and Data Analysis (CASDA) provides expert statistical and data science support to researchers across the University of Missouri. Our services include grant support, experimental design, statistical programming and data analysis, interpretation of results, general statistical consulting, machine learning methods for complex data analysis and predictive modeling and specialized methodological guidance. To request support, please complete the Statistical Support Request Form or visit casda.missouri.edu. For administrative or special inquiries, contact Suhwon Lee, Director of CASDA, at LeeSuh@missouri.edu.

The Center for Applied Statistics and Data Analysis (CASDA) provides expert statistical and data science support to researchers across the University of Missouri. Our services include grant support, experimental design, statistical programming and data analysis, interpretation of results, general statistical consulting, machine learning methods for complex data analysis and predictive modeling and specialized methodological guidance. To request support, please complete the Statistical Support Request Form or visit casda.missouri.edu. For administrative or special inquiries, contact Suhwon Lee, Director of CASDA, at LeeSuh@missouri.edu.

The MU Honorary Degrees Committee invites members of the Mizzou community to nominate persons to be considered for honorary degrees. This is the highest form of recognition offered by the University of Missouri. Individuals selected must be persons of “exceptional distinction” who have provided “meritorious and outstanding service to the University, the State of Missouri, the United States or to humanity at large.” They may be alumni but that is not a requirement. The committee seeks a diverse candidate pool. One-page nominations are due Nov. 13 for priority consideration. Information and instructions for the nomination process may be found on the Honorary Degrees website.

The MU Honorary Degrees Committee invites members of the Mizzou community to nominate persons to be considered for honorary degrees. This is the highest form of recognition offered by the University of Missouri. Individuals selected must be persons of “exceptional distinction” who have provided “meritorious and outstanding service to the University, the State of Missouri, the United States or to humanity at large.” They may be alumni but that is not a requirement. The committee seeks a diverse candidate pool. One-page nominations are due Nov. 13 for priority consideration. Information and instructions for the nomination process may be found on the Honorary Degrees website.

Has cancer-related cognitive impairment impacted your daily life? We are conducting a research study evaluating a new intervention on cognition, activity performance and quality of life in breast cancer survivors. Eligible participants are women between 20-75 years old who completed active treatment for breast cancer between 6 months and 3 years ago. Participation involves two, 2-hour assessment sessions; two MRI scans; and 10 intervention sessions. Sessions for this study will occur on MU campus or over telephone call, depending on group assignment. Participants who complete the entire 12-week study will be compensated $200. For more information, contact the research team at booneae@umsystem.edu or 573-882-7023.

Has cancer-related cognitive impairment impacted your daily life? We are conducting a research study evaluating a new intervention on cognition, activity performance and quality of life in breast cancer survivors. Eligible participants are women between 20-75 years old who completed active treatment for breast cancer between 6 months and 3 years ago. Participation involves two, 2-hour assessment sessions; two MRI scans; and 10 intervention sessions. Sessions for this study will occur on MU campus or over telephone call, depending on group assignment. Participants who complete the entire 12-week study will be compensated $200. For more information, contact the research team at booneae@umsystem.edu or 573-882-7023.

Are you planning on getting a flu shot and DID NOT get one last year, English speaking, 18 years old or older, don’t have contraindications to the flu shot, willing to be randomly assigned egg-based or cell-based flu shot and get a 2nd flu shot about 3 months later? You may be eligible to participate in a study examining how the vaccination influences our body’s immune responses. For the study you will provide 3 to 4 blood samples after each vaccination over 3-6 months and complete short surveys. Participants receive $20 e-gift card per blood sample, for up to 8 blood draws for $160 total. The cost of the second shot will be covered by the research study. For information contact flustudy@umsystem.edu. PI: Dr. Xiu-Feng (Henry) Wan.

Are you planning on getting a flu shot and DID NOT get one last year, English speaking, 18 years old or older, don’t have contraindications to the flu shot, willing to be randomly assigned egg-based or cell-based flu shot and get a 2nd flu shot about 3 months later? You may be eligible to participate in a study examining how the vaccination influences our body’s immune responses. For the study you will provide 3 to 4 blood samples after each vaccination over 3-6 months and complete short surveys. Participants receive $20 e-gift card per blood sample, for up to 8 blood draws for $160 total. The cost of the second shot will be covered by the research study. For information contact flustudy@umsystem.edu. PI: Dr. Xiu-Feng (Henry) Wan.

Visit the Laws Observatory on Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 6–8 p.m. for a fun evening of trick-or-treating and meeting some famous astronomers from history! This free, family-friendly event is open to the entire community. All ages are welcome!

Costumes are encouraged but not required.

(Weather permitting, public telescope viewing will be held from 8–10 p.m, following the trick-or-treating event.)

Visit the Laws Observatory on Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 6–8 p.m. for a fun evening of trick-or-treating and meeting some famous astronomers from history! This free, family-friendly event is open to the entire community. All ages are welcome!

Costumes are encouraged but not required.

(Weather permitting, public telescope viewing will be held from 8–10 p.m, following the trick-or-treating event.)

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 or email mulamplab@missouri.edu.

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 or email mulamplab@missouri.edu.

We are seeking healthy participants, age 40 to 60 years with no history of neurologic problems, to serve in a comparison group for a research study examining cognitive and neurological functioning of individuals who are carriers for PKU, a rare genetic disorder. This research study involves two day-long study visits at the University of Missouri that will last a total of 19 hours. Participants will undergo MRIs, complete questionnaires and cognitive tasks and provide finger prick blood samples. Participants will be compensated $500 for their time. Flexible weekday or weekend scheduling. For more information or to schedule, please contact our research staff at CNLAB@missouri.edu or by phone at (573) 884-8109.

We are seeking healthy participants, age 40 to 60 years with no history of neurologic problems, to serve in a comparison group for a research study examining cognitive and neurological functioning of individuals who are carriers for PKU, a rare genetic disorder. This research study involves two day-long study visits at the University of Missouri that will last a total of 19 hours. Participants will undergo MRIs, complete questionnaires and cognitive tasks and provide finger prick blood samples. Participants will be compensated $500 for their time. Flexible weekday or weekend scheduling. For more information or to schedule, please contact our research staff at CNLAB@missouri.edu or by phone at (573) 884-8109.

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 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 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.