MU Info is a weekly list of announcements published by MU’s Division of IT and Digital Service sent to all faculty, staff and students. To submit an entry visit muinfo.missouri.edu. |
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Orin Ethics Symposium - Dr. Patrick M. Walsh on November 8 |
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Please join us in welcoming Dr. Patrick M. Walsh, Admiral U.S. Navy (Retired), Former Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet and current President of Christo Rey Dallas, to discuss “Ethical Leadership: Insights from the Command Center to the Boardroom” on Friday, November 8 from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m., in 201 Bush Auditorium located in Cornell Hall. The Richard M. Orin Ethics Symposium focuses on the intersection of ethics, accounting and business. Held annually, this lecture series has been hosted by the School of Accountancy at the Trulaske College of Business since 1997. More information on our speaker can be found here. Please email accountancy@missouri.edu with any questions. Announcement sponsored by School of Accountancy, Trulaske College of Business |
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First-Generation Celebration Week |
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National First-Generation College Celebration Week is November 8-16. We will be celebrating 5,000+ First-Gen students, faculty, staff and alumni at our 20+ events campus wide. Please visit our website and register today! Announcement sponsored by The Office of First-Generation Initiatives |
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President's Distinguished Lecture | Thursday, Nov. 14, 10 a.m. - Monsanto Auditorium |
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Join Dr. Mun Y. Choi, University of Missouri President, at the 2024 President’s Distinguished Lecture featuring Dr. Harriet Kung, Acting Director of the Office of Science, U.S. Department of Energy on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 10 a.m. in Monsanto Auditorium. Her lecture, titled “Science for Energy”, will discuss the 21st century’s staggering challenges for more advanced energy technologies that are abundant, clean and sustainable. Transforming the ways we generate, supply, transmit, store and use energy are the paramount opportunities for the world in the coming decades. More info here: mizzou.us/PDL. Announcement sponsored by Office of the President |
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Research Participants Needed |
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We are recruiting participants for a research study on cannabis and alcohol use. You may be eligible if you are 1) age 18 to 45, 2) are interested in quitting or cutting back on alcohol use (including if you are in treatment for alcohol) and 3) use cannabis regularly (3+ times per week). Participation involves a brief survey and a 10-minute pre-screening call to determine eligibility, a 1-hour meeting at our lab or on Zoom plus completing smartphone app surveys for three weeks. This study will not provide treatment. You will be compensated up to $170 for your participation. If you are interested in participation please complete this screener or for more information contact Dr. Wycoff and project staff at sudllab@missouri.edu. Announcement sponsored by Department of Psychiatry |
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Hiring Today for Spring 2025 with MU Adventure Club’s Before & After School Program |
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Don’t wait until January to apply for the Spring 2025 semester as we are interviewing and hiring NOW. MU Adventure Club is a before & after school program located in elementary schools in Columbia. Available shifts are 2:25-5:45 p.m. for one set of schools and 6:40-8:05 a.m. and 3-5:45 p.m. at another set of schools . The available ten shifts are Monday-Friday and can work 2-10 shifts per week, with your schedule staying consistent for the semester. Starting pay is $15. Application available here. If hired, you will need physical forms of ID in Columbia; please take the necessary steps to secure the forms listed in the link. Announcement sponsored by College of Education and Human Development |
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Seeking Men and Women with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus for a Metabolism Study |
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Are you 18-45 years old, not taking a medication for cholesterol/triglycerides and exercising <90 minutes per week? If so, you might be eligible to participate in a study examining the way lipids (fats) are processed in the body. This study involves a screening visit (~4 hours), body imaging visit (~3 hours), overnight metabolic testing visit with feeding through nasogastric tube (~36 hours) and two brief (30 minutes) blood draw visits. Study measures include body composition imaging and blood tests. For more information contact Heather McHatton with Dr. Mittendorfer's lab at heathermchatton@health.missouri.edu. Participants will be compensated up to $1,060 for completing all study time points. Announcement sponsored by School of Medicine |
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Unlocking Global Opportunities with IIE |
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Explore the academic and professional opportunities available through the Institute of International Education at 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, in Stotler Lounge III, Memorial Union. Jason Czyz, IIE co-president, will share trends in U.S. student international mobility, opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to live and study abroad, Fulbright opportunities for students and faculty and programs for students of critical languages. Register on MU Engage. Announcement sponsored by MU International Programs |
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Go beyond the Columns and study abroad this summer! |
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Gain a global perspective while earning credit toward your degree this summer. Mizzou Study Abroad is hosting info sessions for summer 2025 faculty-led programs Nov. 4–14. Learn how you can study elephant conservation in Thailand, architecture in Scandinavia, politics in Central Asia, public health in Greece and so much more! Check out the lineup on MU Engage. Announcement sponsored by Mizzou Study Abroad |
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Free Relationship Education Classes for Singles - Oct./Nov. Start Dates |
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Join us over Zoom to learn strategies and tips to strengthen your communication skills, discover qualities of a good partner and enrich your own personal well-being in this eight week class. Earn gift cards for class and survey completion! Participants must be single or not in a committed relationship, and living in Missouri. For more information or to set up your enrollment meeting, contact us at 573-882-4325 or email kara.duke@missouri.edu. Class series beginning: Oct. 30-Dec. 18, Wednesdays 6:30-8:30p.m.; or Nov. 25-Jan. 13, Mondays 12-2 p.m. Announcement sponsored by ShowMe Healthy Relationships |
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Research Participants Soon Turning 21 Needed for Study Investigating Alcohol Use |
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We are recruiting participants for a 12-month research study investigating alcohol use. Individuals that turn 21 years old within the next 4 months and regularly drink alcohol (at least once a week) may be eligible. Participation includes at least one 3-hour session and two 5-8 hour alcohol administration sessions in the lab, and two online follow-up questionnaires. You will be compensated up to $640 for your participation. Please contact Dr. McCarthy and project staff at tldrstudy@missouri.edu for more information. Announcement sponsored by Psychological Sciences |
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Adults, Ages 60-80 are needed for a research study on Empagliflozin and vascular health |
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The Department of Medicine is seeking individuals between 60-80 years of age who do not have diabetes or heart disease to participate in a research study. This study includes use of the medication empagliflozin and studies its effect on vascular health. Monetary compensation is available. Study will last about 5 months. If you are interested in participating, please contact Andrea Atkins by email at MUENDOManriqueLab@health.missouri.edu. Announcement sponsored by Department of Medicine |
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Applications Now Open: Join the Translational Biosciences PhD Program Today! |
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Interested in advancing biomedical research and improving clinical outcomes? The Translational Biosciences PhD program offers the opportunity for comprehensive graduate education, bridging basic science discoveries with real-world health impacts. Based in the School of Medicine and supported by various departments and colleges, the program provides interdisciplinary training and flexibility to rotate through labs and choose mentors from diverse fields. Backed by NextGen Precision Health, this program equips you to become a leading biomedical scientist. Application requirements: 3.0 GPA, a bachelor's degree, three (3) recommendations, a personal statement and CV. No GRE required. Apply by Dec. 1. MUSOMDeanGrad@umsystem.edu. Announcement sponsored by School of Medicine - Graduate Research Education Office |
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CarFit Event Set For Oct. 31 at Columbia Mall |
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Students and faculty members from the Department of Occupational Therapy will host free CarFit checkups for area residents from 8-11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31, in the parking lot of the Columbia Mall, 2300 Bernadette Drive. CarFit is a program created by AAA, AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association to help older drivers learn to fit their personal vehicles to promote driver safety and community mobility. Interested parties can register for a free 20-minute checkup by emailing MUOT@health.missouri.edu or by calling 573-882-3988. Announcement sponsored by Department of Occupational Therapy |
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Join Us To Laugh Your Way to Wellness at the Missouri Health Symposium on Dec 6th. |
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We are so excited to announce that a TEDx speaker and Humorist is coming to Missouri to offer her insights on caregiving and humor at the Missouri Health Symposium on Dec. 6th! The FREE event is offered online and in-person, and speakers include Karyn Buxman, MU School of Nursing graduate, an international neurohumorist, inductee in the Speaker Hall of Fame, and TEDx presenter, Dr. Katryna Sardis, Assistant Director for Inclusive Engagement at MU, and Zac Burden, Assistant Director of Resident Life at Truman.To register clink on: https://extension.missouri.edu/events/2024-health-symposium. In-person participants will have access to a networking lunch, and Continuing Education Credits available upon request. Announcement sponsored by Health and Human Sciences |
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