CASE visits Ireland for Global Advisers Immersion Program
CASE Student Service Coordinator (middle back row) poses for a photo with other MU faculty members at the Quadrangle at NUI Galway during their Global Advisers Immersion Program trip to Ireland, July 2022. The Quad was the original building for NUI Galway, built in 1885. Today, it is where the university's President and Vice President's Offices…
Director’s Corner: Week 6 of Fall ’22
Greetings Tigers, Supporters and Mizzou Family. During this edition of the Director’s Corner, I wanted to accomplish three goals: Draw attention to Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15—10/15)Provide information about Sickle Cell DiseaseProvide study tips to get you ready for your first round of exams of the semester Hispanic Heritage Month Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated…
Meet and greet displays success of KC Scholars Program
CASE Student Service Coordinator Ana-Maria Fernandez chats with KC Scholar Peer Mentor Debora Paez Perez ahead of the KC Scholar Meet & Greet at the Heidelberg, Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022 (CASE Photo/Sophia Scheller) There are many meanings of success, so it’s difficult to define what it looks like for one individual to the next. The…
CASE scholars, URM students celebrate culture and opportunity at 2022 GOBCC Fall Fest
Crowd cheers as an MU student shows off her dance moves during the GOBCC Fall Fest at MizzouRec on Friday, Sept. 9, 2022. (Photo/Braiden Wade) Imagine walking into a venue full of young, beautiful Black and Brown students congregating, showcasing, and celebrating everything they offer to their campus. Imagine minority student-led service organizations and local…
Director’s Corner: First of Fall ’22
Welcome, newest CASE Scholars (Class of 2026), returning scholars, families and supporters, Congratulations on completing your first two weeks of classes. We are delighted that you have joined or rejoined us this year! I wanted you to know, when you visit us this semester, you may notice some changes to our team. Ms. Angie Vick…
CASE Kickoff gives class of 2026 scholars a sense of belonging from the start
Freshman CASE Scholars gather for a photo during the CASE Kickoff event in room 111 inside the Anheuser-Busch National Resources Building, Friday, Aug. 19, 2022. (Photo/Braiden Wade) The Center for Academic Success & Excellence’s new freshman scholars met one another for the first time at the 2022 CASE Kickoff on Friday, Aug. 19. Enthusiasm and…
CASE takes on Jamaica for Summer ’22 Study Abroad
Jamaica Prime Minister Andrew Holness (middle) graciously takes a photo with CASE Director Dr. Andre Thorn, Dr. Daive Dunkley and his family, along with four MU students at the Jamaica House, June 2022. This was made possible by MU’s Study Abroad Office, the College of Arts and Sciences, the Black Studies Department and the Peace…
MU honors Fall 2021 Brazil recipient: Brooks scholar Mariam Morafa
As the 2022 Brazeal interviews finish up, let’s get to know the 2021 recipient! Mariam Morafa, a Memphis native, is the 2021 Brazeal Scholar. Morafa is pursuing a degree in biomedical engineering. Coming from a very STEM-focused environment, her family has served as her “hugest inspiration.” “[My family] became such a strong sense of representation…
Royals host KC Scholars and CASE
On Sunday July 10, 2022, the Kansas City Royals hosted the KC Scholars Senior Send-Off. Over 300 scholars came to enjoy a game before they head off to college. In attendance was our very own CASE Director Dr. Andre Thorn. He met with some prospective Mizzou Tigers and discussed how CASE will assist them throughout…
Director’s Corner: 2021-2022 academic year is a wrap
CASE Scholars and supporters, We have arrived at the end of the 2021-2022 academic year. This year will undoubtedly be remembered for some pretty significant reasons. Most notable, it was another year of a global pandemic. However, I wanted to inform you of a sample of the great accomplishments/achievements for us in the Center for Academic Success…