The National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students in NSF-supported STEM disciplines who are pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees at accredited U.S. institutions. The five-year fellowship includes three years of financial support including an annual stipend of $34,000 and a cost of education allowance of $12,000 to the institution.

CAFNR awardees include:

• Mason Ward – wildlife and fisheries science (alumnus)
• Kristen Barwick – biochemistry (pursuing the Honors Certificate)
• Melissa Draves – plant, insect and microbial sciences (Honorable Mention)

To see the full list of recipients visit Show Me Mizzou.