Achievement

Ben Walters in research lab.

April 2, 2026

U.S. Navy veteran returns to school with new mission to preserve forest ecosystems

Ben Walters is pursuing undergraduate degrees in environmental sciences and natural resource and science management.
Mizzou Plant Science and Technology students compete in the 2026 National Collegiate Landscape Competition.

March 31, 2026

Plant sciences student shares experience at National Collegiate Landscape Competition 

Out of 54 schools, Mizzou solidified their ranking in the top 10 in only their third time competing.  
Playing chess.

March 26, 2026

CAFNR student wins collegiate chess national championship with Mizzou Chess Team

Mahel Boyer helps bring home a national title for the Mizzou Chess Team.
Eric Aldrich: 2026 Kemper Fellow for Teaching Excellence.

March 19, 2026

Eric Aldrich awarded 2026 Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence

Annual awards recognize five outstanding educators at the University of Missouri.
Stephanie Gates holds her Golden Apple Award.

March 5, 2026

Stephanie Gates receives CAFNR Golden Apple Award

Gates is an assistant professor in CAFNR's Division of Biochemistry.
Sonja receiving a plaque.

Feb. 20, 2026

SNR faculty member named Fellow of The Academy of Leisure Studies

Sonja Wilhelm Stanis was named a 2026 Fellow.
Pond at Thompson Research Farm.

Jan. 15, 2026

Kate Nelson named co-director of Missouri Water Center

Nelson is an associate professor in the School of Natural Resources.
NAI fellows portraits.

Jan. 7, 2026

CAFNR’s Henry Nguyen named 2025 NAI Fellow

Henry Nguyen is one of two Mizzou professors receiving the prestigious honor from the National Academy of Inventors this year.
Ron Mittler

Dec. 15, 2025

Ron Mittler selected to represent Mizzou for prestigious 2026 SEC Faculty Achievement Award

Ron Mittler, Curators' Distinguished Professor of Plant Science and Technology, has been selected as the University of Missouri’s 2026 recipient of the SEC Faculty Achievement Award. The purpose of this award is to honor individuals with outstanding records in both teaching and research while serving as role models for junior faculty and students.
Students gather to celebrate their professor's award.

Dec. 3, 2025

Catherine Peterson receives CAFNR Golden Apple Award

Catherine Peterson, associate professor in CAFNR's Division of Food, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences, received the Golden Apple Award Wednesday, Dec. 3, in recognition of her sustained excellence in teaching and mentorship.