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Summer Bridge Scholar Spotlight: Jeremiah Gantt

Throughout the Summer Bridge Program we will be highlighting our incoming freshman scholars. Jeremiah Gantt  Freshman  Hometown: Grandview, MO Major: Computer Science - Cyber Security Why Mizzou? "I chose Mizzou because of the location and the different opportunities they provide." Interest/Hobbies: Basketball, Football, Tennis, Golf, Chess, Computers Aspiration(s): "I want to start a cyber security firm…

Summer Bridge Scholar Spotlight: Breyony Allen

Throughout the Summer Bridge Program we will be highlighting our incoming freshman scholars. Breyony Allen Freshman  Hometown: Kansas City, MO Major: Administration, Women and Gender Studies Minor Why Mizzou? "Whenever I would come for a campus visit, I always felt at home!" Interest/Hobbies: Writing, Running marathons Aspiration(s): "I aspire to become an entrepreneur while publishing a book and investing…

Summer Bridge Scholar Spotlight: Chris Alverson

Throughout the Summer Bridge Program we will be highlighting our incoming freshman scholars. Chris Alverson Freshman  Hometown: Lee's Summit, MO Major: Accounting Why Mizzou? "I chose Mizzou because it has a great academic record and nationally recognized college of business." Interest/Hobbies: Listening to music, Playing basketball Aspiration(s): "I hope to become an accomplished CPA." Fun fact: "I used to live…

Summer Bridge Scholar Spotlight: Jasmine Maqsood

Throughout the Summer Bridge Program we will be highlighting our incoming freshman scholars. Jasmine Maqsood Freshman  Hometown: Kansas City, MO Major: Undecided Why Mizzou? "I chose Mizzou because of the KC scholarship program." Interest/Hobbies: Traveling Aspiration(s): "I aspire to have a job that I like and make enough money to be able to travel." Fun fact: "I was able to…

Summer Bridge Scholar Spotlight: Talli Cannon

Throughout the Summer Bridge Program we will be highlighting our incoming freshman scholars. Talli Cannon  Freshman  Hometown: Lee's Summit, MO Major: Business Administration - Marketing Why Mizzou? "Mizzou offers academic and social opportunities that not every college has. It's the perfect fit for me in many ways." Interest/Hobbies: Competitive Dance, Volunteering, Arts and Crafts Aspiration(s): "I…

Summer Bridge Scholar Spotlight: Taylor Iverson

Throughout the Summer Bridge Program we will be highlighting our incoming freshman scholars. Taylor Iverson Freshman  Hometown: Kansas City, MO Major: Biomedical Engineering and Black Studies Why Mizzou? "I chose Mizzou because of its wonderful undergraduate research opportunities!" Interest/Hobbies: Tumbling, Exploring nature Aspiration(s): "One day, I hope to lead a team of researchers in treating and creating solutions…

Summer Bridge Scholar Spotlight: Hannah Gates

Throughout the Summer Bridge Program we will be highlighting our incoming freshman scholars. Hannah Gates  Freshman  Hometown: Kirkwood, MO Major: Secondary Education Why Mizzou? "I chose Mizzou within the first 30 minutes of my tour. I instantly loved the school, the atmosphere and the people." Interest/Hobbies: Traveling, Learning about new cultures Aspiration(s): "My goal is to…

Summer Bridge Scholar Spotlight: Anthony Moses III

Throughout the Summer Bridge Program we will be highlighting our incoming freshman scholars. Anthony Moses III  Freshman  Hometown: Kansas City, MO Major: Biochemistry Why Mizzou? "I chose Mizzou because I felt that the Biochem program was the most balanced and would prepare me the most for the path that I am choosing after undergrad." Interest/Hobbies: Traveling, Painting, Putting…

Summer Bridge Scholar Spotlight: Diamond Hammons

Throughout the Summer Bridge Program we will be highlighting our incoming freshman scholars. Diamond Hammons   Freshman  Hometown: Kansas City, MO Major: Health Sciences - Pre-Professional Why Mizzou? "Mizzou provides many opportunities I wouldn't get at another university." Interest/Hobbies: Eating food, Shopping, Hanging with friends Aspiration(s): Becoming an OB/GYN Fun fact: "I'm shy, but also goofy."

After 16 Years, Donell Young Says Goodbye to MU

After 16 years of serving the students and MU community, Donell Young has accepted a position at the University of Houston as Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students. He will begin in August. Donell Young, Director of the Center for Academic Success & Excellence and Assistant Vice Chancellor…