In the spirit of service that was the cornerstone of the 1839 founding of the University of Missouri, the Mizzou Alumni Association Student Board presents the Mizzou ’39 Award to 39 outstanding seniors each year.
Chosen for their academic achievement, leadership and service to Mizzou and the community, the honorees represent a variety of majors, activities and organizations from across campus. Each winner also chooses a faculty or staff member to recognize as their adviser throughout their college career.
CAFNR students include:
Daniel Daugherty
Environmental Science & Political Science
St. Louis, Missouri
Mentor: Kenna Cornelius
Photo by: Lainey Hogg
Q: What does winning this award mean to you?
A: Being a part of Mizzou ’39 feels so surreal! Looking back on my five years at Mizzou, I’m so incredibly grateful for all the amazing opportunities I’ve had the chance to experience. ’39 is such a great group of students, and I will always look back on that night with so much pride and excitement.
Q: What you plan to do after graduation?
A: After graduation, I plan to serve in the AmeriCorps US Forest Service program and continue my education in environmental policy!
Madilyn Schott
Animal Sciences & Journalism
Joliet, Illinois
Mentor: Allison Scheel
Photo by: Lainey Hogg
Q: What does winning this award mean to you?
A: I am incredibly honored to have been selected for Mizzou ’39. As I finish my senior year at Mizzou, this award will be one of my highlights and it adds to my amazing experience at Mizzou. Being a Mizzou ’39 Recipient recognizes my leadership and service to this university, and I am so grateful for the support and honor from the Mizzou Alumni Association.
Q: What you plan to do after graduation?
A: After graduation, I will be attending graduate school at George Mason University for a master’s degree in higher education and student development. My rich undergraduate experience has inspired me to continue my work providing students with opportunities through outdoor recreation. I will serve as the Graduate Professional Assistant at GMU’s The EDGE, the high ropes and experiential learning program at Mason Recreation.
Hannah Shanks
Agribusiness Management
Vienna, Missouri
Mentor: Linda Sowers
Photo by: Lainey Hogg
Q: What does winning this award mean to you?
A: This award is a humbly accepted and appreciated bookend to my undergraduate Mizzou experience. I think it not only speaks to my accomplishments and dedication to Mizzou and the community, but it is also an ode to the college, professors, and staff who have made a great commitment to students within Mizzou and CAFNR. I am grateful for each and every opportunity, experience, and relationship built during my time in CAFNR that set me up for success in receiving this honor.
Q: What are your plans after college?
A: Upon graduation, I will transition into a full-time lending position with The Maries County Bank. I plan to focus in agricultural lending to better serve farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness with their financing needs.
Find the full list of Mizzou ’39 recipients on the Mizzou Alumni Association website.