Student Success

Thomas Schwent

April 7, 2026

Senior Spotlight: Environmental sciences major forecasts a future in meteorology 

From broadcast to undergraduate research, Thomas Schwent has made his mark in atmospheric science at Mizzou.

Oscar Bomgaars smiles and stands next to research poster.

April 2, 2026

Junior studying food science awarded prestigious national scholarship for undergraduate research 

Oscar Bomgaars is one of five students across the U.S. awarded the American Dairy Products Institute (ADPI) Educational Scholarship in 2026.

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.

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.

Abigail Dowell with research poster at State Capitol.

March 25, 2026

Animal sciences student brings research that could revolutionize pork industry to State Capitol

Abigail Dowell's research focuses on finding a more efficient way to feed pigs.

Eva Ruterschmidt

March 19, 2026

From patient to future physician: Senior biochemistry major turns childhood experience into medical calling

Eva Ruterschmidt's medical history has sparked her passion to pursue a career in medicine.

Austin Wilson repairing a lawnmower.

March 5, 2026

AST Club president makes his mark through leadership, lawnmowers and more 

Austin Wilson is president of CAFNR's Agricultural Systems Technology (AST) Club.

Gentrie Davis

March 4, 2026

Transfer student tackles involvement in student organizations 

Gentrie Davis has dived into the CAFNR community headfirst since starting at Mizzou in the fall.

Ben Laizerovich looking out window.

Feb. 27, 2026

Italy study abroad program cooks up unique opportunity for CAFNR student

As a senior studying hospitality management at the University of Missouri, making the choice to study abroad opened the door to possibilities Ben Laizerovich didn’t even know existed.  

McKenna Kramer

Feb. 26, 2026

CAFNR student scores opportunities for a career in nutrition

McKenna Kramer works with Mizzou Athletics while exploring different career paths.