CAFNR

Nick and his girlfriend pose for a photo. His girlfriend holds up some fish that she caught.

Jan. 18, 2023

Q&A with Nick Wesslak

What do you do in your current role with the University of Missouri? I am an agronomy field specialist based in Marion County. I cover the eight northeast counties of Missouri. How long have you worked in this position? I have worked in this position since April 2022. What is your favorite part about the work you do? It is hard for me to pick one favorite part, so I will list a few. I thoroughly enjoy working with my Extension team. It is very much an all-for-one, one-for-all environment. I also appreciate my…
Katie Ogan (Barthel) and Laura Friedrich (right) serve as academic advisors for the agriculture degree programs.

Dec. 16, 2022

CAFNR Advisor Spotlight: Katie Ogan (Barthel) and Laura Friedrich

Ogan and Friedrich serves as academic advisors for the agriculture degree program.
A white woman with long, brunette hair smiles while wearing a blue lab coat. Behind her are various medical equipment in a research laboratory.

Dec. 14, 2022

Making Connections

Exercise and physiology faculty use strong collaboration at MU to learn more about body systems.
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Dec. 12, 2022

Senior Spotlight: Remi Levinson

Levinson will graduate with a degree in hospitality management.
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Dec. 12, 2022

Senior Spotlight: Michael McLaughlin

McLaughlin will graduate with a degree in plant sciences.
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Dec. 12, 2022

Senior Spotlight: Marlon Guzman

Guzman will graduate with a degree in parks, recreation and sport.
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Dec. 12, 2022

Senior Spotlight: Caitlin Kimes

Kimes will graduate with a degree in biochemistry.
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Dec. 12, 2022

Senior Spotlight: Adam Slayton

Slayton will graduate with a degree in agriculture.
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Dec. 12, 2022

Senior Spotlight: Paige Williams

Williams will graduate with a degree in animal sciences.
Hailey Douglass got involved right away as a freshman, joining a few different CAFNR clubs. Once she saw all of the good that those organizations were doing across mid-Missouri, she realized that she wanted to dive in deeper. Douglass joined the CAFNR Student Council, serving as the secretary during her junior year. Now, as a senior, Douglass leads the group as president.

Dec. 11, 2022

Finding the Right Fit

As a former CAFNR Student Council president, Hailey Douglass encourages students to get involved.