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2026-07 Eunjin Tracy

July 27, 2026

Mizzou researchers find simple habit to improve physical, mental health

University of Missouri researchers have identified a simple, effective way to improve quality of life. A new study found that maintaining a consistent daily routine can reduce physical pain and ease symptoms of depression, demonstrating how everyday habits can have a meaningful impact on well-being, particularly for older adults with insomnia.

Jesse Hall during summer

July 21, 2026

From Missouri to the world: CEHD honors faculty advancing research, teaching and human impact 

Effective July 1, three faculty members have been named to endowed faculty appointments, recognizing sustained excellence in research, teaching and leadership. In addition, six early-career researchers have been selected to receive the 2026-27 Nentwig Faculty Excellence Awards, honoring faculty whose innovative scholarship is shaping the future of education, health and human development.

David Mason is awarded a check from the Milken Family Foundation

July 19, 2026

Mizzou alumnus Dave Mason’s positive leadership transforms lives — and earns one of education’s highest honors 

When Dave Mason walked across the stage to receive one of the nation’s most prestigious honors for educators, he wasn’t thinking about himself.  He was thinking about his students. 

Jesse Hall surrounded by blooming flowers

July 14, 2026

PK-12 Educational Leadership and Administration programs receive national recognition 

The University of Missouri College of Education & Human Development’s PK-12 educational leadership programs have earned national recognition for meeting the highest standards in preparing future school principals and superintendents. 

Summer Welcome Leaders Gracie Cortez, Jacob Woods, Kynnedi Miller-Colbert

July 7, 2026

Summer Welcome Leaders rally the next generation of Tigers  

Student leaders from the College of Education & Human Development are helping welcome hundreds of incoming Tigers this summer, creating meaningful connections while developing the leadership, communication and relationship-building skills that will serve them in future careers as educators and human services professionals.

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June 30, 2026

Helping students climb the stairway to algebra success

Proficiency in algebra is a gateway to future academic opportunities. But for middle school students who struggle with math, those opportunities can feel out of reach.  For the past eight years, researchers at the University of Missouri, the University of Texas at Austin and Southern Methodist University have been working to change that.

Jesse Hall

June 29, 2026

CEHD Announces Inaugural Cohort of Dean’s Faculty Fellows

The University of Missouri College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) has selected its first cohort of Dean’s Faculty Fellows, launching a new leadership development initiative designed to engage faculty in advancing the college’s strategic priorities. 

a group photo of Sandra Gautt, Dean Kui Xie, and early career mentees

June 21, 2026

A legacy of impact: gift from Dr. Sandra Gautt helps early-career faculty thrive at Mizzou and beyond

When new faculty members begin their academic careers, they face more than the challenge of launching a research agenda. They must learn to navigate the complexities of academic life, establish professional networks and identify opportunities to grow their scholarship and influence. At the University of Missouri College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the Early Scholars Field Mentoring Program is helping new faculty do exactly that.

Sam von Gillern in front of Jesse Hall

June 9, 2026

Fulbright scholar Sam von Gillern to advance global learning and AI literacy 

Dr. Sam von Gillern, an assistant professor of literacy education in the Department of Learning, Teaching and Curriculum for the College of Education & Human Development, has been selected for the highly competitive Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program, earning an opportunity to spend four months at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile and the National Center for Artificial Intelligence (CENIA) in Santiago.  

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June 7, 2026

The power of partnership: program pairing educator mentors with student teachers has statewide impact

From rural elementary classrooms to suburban secondary schools, a growing partnership between the University of Missouri and school districts across the state is helping strengthen Missouri’s future teacher workforce — one mentor relationship at a time.