TRiO supports Mizzou freshman’s future in medicine

“I always knew I wanted to be a doctor but realized that I wanted to be a family doctor,” Ahrens said. “And then seeing the health disparities that people face in my town made me want to become a rural family doctor.”

Digital Storytelling major is ready for New York with TRiO SSS

Despite being a Columbia native and having an older sister who is an alumna, Latrell Hickem initially dismissed the University of Missouri. 

In honor of TRiO Week, Mizzou sophomore shares experience as first-generation student

Maddie Elder, a nursing major, now serves as secretary of the TRiO Student Organization.

A Week in North Carolina with TRiO

Accompanied by advisors and staff, 29 students explored graduate schools and potential career paths. 

Mizzou TRiO students earn Educational Opportunity Association Awards

Nahomi Gonzalez, Jacob Phillips and Lindsey Roberts each received awards from the Educational Opportunity Association (EOA)

Production Value

MU TRiO alumna is the associate producer on a film premiering at Sundance

Sigma Lambda Gamma Raises Funds for TRiO Students Facing Emergencies

Earlier this semester, the TRiO Student Support Services program was able to increase their emergency fund thanks to the help of the Associate Chapter of Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. at the University of Missouri.

Advocate for Inclusion

Amos Jaimes came to Mizzou with the goal of becoming involved, but decided to go above and beyond in making others feel included. He spent his time here at Mizzou participating in the LGBTQ Resource Center and Multicultural Center, where he was able to learn about many identities both similar and different to his own - and to educate his peers while promoting a deeper understanding of how to be inclusive of all people.