A $10 million federal grant expands efforts to close reading and writing gaps in rural Missouri classrooms. At the University of Missouri, researchers are using artificial intelligence to help teachers close childhood literacy gaps and empower elementary students who struggle with reading and writing, particularly in rural parts of Missouri.
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, Kale Monk offers 10 tips on strengthening relationships. He notes that relationships have a big impact on our mental and physical health. A strong relationship means more than a harmonious household: Social connections can affect how long we live. Researchers found that the impact of social isolation is equal to or stronger than factors like smoking, lack of exercise, and pollution.
Kimber Auerbach’s journey to the 2026 Winter Olympics shows how thoughtful leadership and quiet attention can make all the difference in high-pressure moments.
At the University of Missouri, research is a key part of how undergraduates learn, ask questions and prepare for what comes next.
Studying or teaching abroad is one of the most meaningful ways students can learn beyond the classroom. Whether you’re interested in education, human development, counseling, or community-based work, global experiences offer the chance to step into new cultures, challenge assumptions, and grow in ways that last long after you return home.
The University of Missouri College of Education & Human Development is ranked among the nation’s top online graduate education programs, according to the 2026 Best Online Programs rankings released by U.S. News & World Report.
Students taking online courses leave behind a trail of data, from page views and clicks to navigation patterns. Now, a University of Missouri researcher has analyzed that digital footprint, comparing how students behave online with what motivates them to learn.
As principal of Grant Elementary School, Jen Wingert approaches leadership the same way she approaches education: with attention, intention, and a deep respect for the people doing the work.
Gary Smith, director emeritus of admissions and registrar, has brought the cases of lawyer Clarence Darrow to life through a Mizzou Honors College seminar course over the past 30 years.
When juniors at Mizzou step into the Tiger Reading Buddies classroom, they’re not just learning about literacy. They’re living it.
The program, part of LTC 4211 Literacy Assessment and Development…