Soaring with the Baltimore Ravens: MU, CASE graduate Lauren Purdy

Former CASE marketing intern now Ravens digital web coordinator Lauren Purdy poses for a photo at M&T Bank Stadium ahead of the Ravens matchup with the Bengals in Baltimore, Md., Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022. The Ravens beat the Bengals 19-17. It was June 6, 2022. Less than 2 months since graduating from MU. Lauren Purdy…

Director’s Corner: Over halfway through Fall ’22

Hello CASE scholars, families and supporters, We are over halfway through the fall semester so I wanted to highlight some time sensitive items for you to consider. Academic Resources: At this juncture in the semester, you may be feeling stressed or challenged by one or more of your courses. Utilize academic resources: The MU Learning…

Growing to love a new home: Diversity scholar Kim Arodi

MU freshman Diversity Award scholar Kim Arodi smirks for a photo on MU's campus, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022. (Photo/Braiden Wade) It was Friday, Aug. 19, 2022. Three days before the fall semester would begin at MU. For freshman Diversity Award scholar Kim Arodi, she was 72 hours away from the start of her college journey.  …

Coping with grief and loss in college

A 5-year old Sarah Parisien (left) joyfully sits on her father Patrick Parisien's shoulders while her sister Mikaela Parisien (right) rests upon her grandfather Jean-Claude Parisien's shoulders in Skokie, IL, 2007. As an MU freshman at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, finding the balance between a social life and the preservation of my health…

CASE welcomes new Student Service Coordinator Leo Medal

CASE Student Service Coordinator Leo Medal smiles for a photo on MU's campus, September 2022. (Photo/Braiden Wade) This semester, the Center for Academic Success & Excellence (CASE) welcomes a new face to its team, Leo Medal. He will serve as a Student Service Coordinator for CASE, eventually leading the Summer Bridge Program. In the meantime, as he finds his footing, Medal will focus his efforts on assisting Diversity Scholars. Medal’s career in student success began…

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…