Student Column: How to Honor Black History Beyond February

As Black History month comes to a close, Black History is not ending with it. As a Black woman, I take pride in celebrating and learning more about my history. Each year I discover unsung heroes and difference makers I was never taught about in school. While I swell with pride, I am also overcome…

Director’s Corner: A Season of Renewal

Hello CASE Scholars and Supporters! As we transition into the month of March, I am mindful that change is on the horizon. We may have recently endured many personal and collective trials and tribulations. Whether you or a loved-one experienced the loss of electricity, heat and water during some of the coldest temperatures in recent…

Note From CASE Director Dr. Andre Thorn

Hello CASE Scholars, At this point in the semester, you should be encountering the first round of exams, papers or quizzes in many of your classes. Therefore, I wanted to take the time to let you know that the CASE office is encouraging our scholars to engage in a process we call the Mid-Semester Progress…

Black Men in White Coats Documentary Film and Discussion

You’re Invited to an Exclusive Viewing of Black Men in White Coats February 12-17 and two post-film discussions February 17. Spots are limited, register now! How to Sign Up Presented by the MU School of Medicine Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Black Men in White Coats will be available to view February 12-17. Because spots are…

Determination and the Dean’s List: How CASE Scholar Jarame Crawford Defied the Odds

MU Senior Jarame Crawford likes being a problem solver. He likes knowing how to fix things for others. That trait is what led him from his home in St. Louis to…

Student-Ready, Set, Go

Collaboration with national author aims to improve underrepresented minority student success at the College of Engineering

Note From CASE Director, Dr. Andre Thorn

Hello CASE Scholars and supporters, As we begin the month of February, it marks what is commonly known as Black History Month, although I believe every month is Black History Month! I wanted to bring you greetings and to acknowledge and recognize this time where we annually celebrate and commemorate the struggles, stories, accomplishments and…