RISE

Maya Johnson has taken part in two different internship opportunities during her time at MU, including one with ICL Food Specialties. Johnson has also conducted undergraduate research during her time in the food science and nutrition degree program. Photo courtesy of Maya Johnson.

Feb. 15, 2022

An Important Degree Program

In May, Maya Johnson will graduate with a food science and nutrition degree from the University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR). It will actually be Johnson’s second Mizzou graduation ceremony. Johnson is a graduate of the Mizzou Academy High School program. She spent her senior year of high school in the program, earning her diploma during a ceremony at Memorial Union. “This program gave me a lot of freedom and allowed me to set my own pace as I completed my high school degree,” said Johnson, who is also minoring in hospitality…
The accelerated master’s coordinated program in dietetics within the nutrition and exercise physiology (NEP) degree program offers students a unique opportunity to earn two degrees in just five years. Students who complete the program come away with a bachelor’s degree in nutrition and exercise physiology, with an emphasis in nutrition and foods; a master’s degree in dietetics; and all of the internship hours necessary to take the registration examination for dietitians (RD Exam). It’s a program that Samantha Tracy, a master’s student in dietetics, said she is thrilled to have found. Photo courtesy of Samantha Tracy.

Feb. 6, 2022

Preparing Students for Success

The accelerated master’s coordinated program in dietetics within the nutrition and exercise physiology (NEP) degree program offers students a unique opportunity to earn two degrees in just five years.
Ellen Phillips, a senior by credits, has been incredibly involved during her time on campus. Phillips serves as the philanthropy chair for the Sigma Alpha sorority, the fundraising chair for the Swine Club and a member of the Conservation Leadership Corp. Phillips also serves as the vice president of communications for the CAFNR Ambassadors. Phillips is interested in pursuing a law degree after she earns her undergraduate degree in agriculture. Photo courtesy of Ellen Phillips.

Feb. 6, 2022

Finding the Perfect Fit

In high school, Ellen Phillips gained an appreciation for law and policy through the local YMCA’s youth and government program.
When Emily Meyer made the decision to attend the University of Missouri, she knew the personal financial planning degree program would allow her expand on her passions. As Meyer, a senior, finishes her final semester as a Tiger, she has definitely made the most of her time in Columbia. Meyer has already accepted a full-time job with J.P. Morgan, which she will begin in July. Photo courtesy of Emily Meyer.

Feb. 4, 2022

A Home Away From Home

Emily Meyer served as a bank teller in her hometown of Bowling Green, Mo., for nearly three years while in high school, developing a passion for numbers and for helping others. When she made the decision to attend the University of Missouri, Meyer knew the personal financial planning degree program would allow her expand on those passions. As Meyer, a senior, finishes her final semester as a Tiger, she has definitely made the most of her time in Columbia. Along with increasing her knowledge base related to finances, Meyer has been very involved, including an internship that has…
Senior Jacob Wolken said the environmental sciences degree program features multiple topics related to agriculture, giving a well-rounded view of the discipline. He was able to add to his experiences through a job at the Soil Health Assessment Center (SHAC), as well as the soil judging team. Photo courtesy of Jacob Wolken.

Feb. 4, 2022

A Deeper Connection to Agriculture

While he was plenty familiar with everything the University of Missouri had to offer, when Jacob Wolken transferred to Mizzou he said there was still a bit of a learning curve. That’s where Laura Hertel’s expertise came in to play. Wolken said Hertel, senior student service coordinator in the School of Natural Resources, helped make the transfer transition go much more smoothly. “I made the decision to transfer to MU a bit late, and she helped make the transition much easier,” Wolken said. “I was comfortable with the switch, but it was nice to have someone in…
Funded by a series of grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Freshman Research in Plants (FRIPS) Program at the University of Missouri allows first-year/first-time undergraduate students an opportunity to get a first-hand look at the exciting plant research taking place at MU. Not only do these students have the chance to experience cutting-edge plant biology research, they are also able to learn from esteemed Interdisciplinary Plant Group (IPG) faculty. Photo by Kate Preston.

Nov. 28, 2021

Sparking an Interest in Research

FRIPS Program allows first-year students an opportunity to get a first-hand look at plant research at MU.
For several years, the Block and Bridle Club at the University of Missouri has held their own version of the American Royal – the Little American Royal. The Little American Royal is a student-led livestock show that allows students of all backgrounds to experience the caring of a livestock animal, as well as preparing it for a show environment. Students compete in a live show at the end of the weeklong program.

Nov. 28, 2021

Ready for the Ring

Little American Royal event allows students to train and care for a variety of livestock animals.
girl with short blonde hair and glasses in a blue and white gingham shirt standing in a field of sunflowers

Nov. 28, 2021

Q&A With Emma Critchfield

Critchfield is a junior in plant sciences.
Through his job with MFA Incorporated, Charlie Ebbesmeyer helps producers improve their crop health and growth. He meets with growers in the offseason to build plans for the upcoming growing season and then makes in-season fertility and chemical recommendations based off of the plans. His goal is to make sure the grower’s crop reaches its full potential. Photo courtesy of Charlie Ebbesmeyer.

Nov. 28, 2021

Plant Sciences Degree Helps CAFNR Alum Connect with Producers

Charlie Ebbesmeyer puts his plant sciences degree to use each day through his job with MFA Incorporated.
Each November, the University of Missouri Equine Teaching Facility, part of the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) Division of Animal Sciences, offers a select group of horses for sale. All of the proceeds from the sale benefit the MU Equine Program, as well as support student activities at the facility. In preparation for the sale, the program will offer a horse sale preview and silent auction from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6, at the facility (4400 E. New Haven Road) in Columbia, Mo.

Oct. 31, 2021

Supporting Student Activities

female students training a young bay horse, desensitizing it by tossing a blue ball over the horse