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Jason Muchow '06, '08 Missouri State Alumnus

Alumnus is a leader in orthopedics and sports medicine

Jason Muchow of Mercy St. Louis considers technology and convenience for all patients. He also maintains relationships with the St. Louis Cardinals and other sports teams. At work, Jason Muchow frequently poses the question: OK, what’s next? It’s a common mindset in the athletic training field, he said: “None of us are really ever truly […]

Pediatric occupational therapist is an advocate for children

Dr. Ashlea Cardin and her students conduct research to help babies in intensive care, as well as the local Amish population. Dr. Ashlea Cardin came into the world as an infant with many bone and joint abnormalities. This meant surgeries, therapies and rehab in her childhood. While she received high-quality care, it was not geared […]

Former soccer standout is a GOAL GETTER

SOME SPORTS MOMENTS ARE UNFORGETTABLE FOR ATHLETES AND FANS ALIKE – AN UNDERDOG VICTORY, A BUZZER-BEATING PLAY, A SENSATIONAL FINAL PERFORMANCE BY A FAN FAVORITE And then there are moments we would prefer to forget, like an unexpected pop, an unfortunate pull or a nagging pain — an injured athlete leaving the game. Those not-so […]

Portrait of Laura Farmer by Kevin White

Alumna strives to support every foster child in Greene County

Laura Farmer discovered her passion for social work at Missouri State. She is now leading CASA, or Court Appointed Special Advocates, through an expansion.

Portrait of Matt and Abby Howard

Alumni couple are social media sensations

The Howards are known to millions of fans as “Matt and Abby.” They strive for authenticity and sharing what they call the “beautifully unplanned” parts of their lives.

Portrait of Mark Dixon

Alumnus’ life is dedicated to “teaching and preaching, community work and helping people”

Mark Dixon, who was first a student in the late 1970s and early ’80s, left before earning a degree. He went on to become a Springfield community leader and champion for local Black history. In 2010, he finished his bachelor’s studies.

Portrait of Kim Becking

Alumna is a best-selling author and motivational speaker

Kim Becking, a serial entrepreneur and an expert in change and resilience, took a cancer diagnosis and turned it into a way to empower others.

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Bryan Magers to receive Bronze Bear award  

The Springfield developer has a lifelong history of supporting Missouri State. 

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