This spring, Access & Success Programs celebrated strong academic achievement, graduation milestones, and exciting next steps for students and staff alike. From Dean’s List honors to graduate school opportunities, these accomplishments reflect the hard work and dedication of our community.
Academic Excellence
The 413 students served by Access & Success Programs demonstrated strong academic performance during the Spring 2026 semester, earning an overall GPA of 3.3 and a semester GPA of 3.16. 175 students (42%) were recognized on the Dean’s List!
Bears Lead Ambassadors stood out in particular, with a 3.53 overall GPA, 3.38 semester GPA, and 52% earning Dean’s List honors!
We are so proud of our students and the hard work and dedication these accomplishments represent.
Student Spotlight
This May, three Bears Lead Ambassadors reached an important milestone by earning their undergraduate degrees and are continuing their academic and professional journeys at Missouri State University.
Taigen Mitchell graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work and is starting the Social Work graduate program at MSU this summer.
Daniel Paige earned a Bachelor of Science in English Literature and will begin the Student Affairs in Higher Education graduate program at Mo State this fall while serving as a Student Success Coach Graduate Assistant for the CAST office.
Katie Roth graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, has already started the Accounting graduate program at Missouri State, and was hired as a School of Accountancy Graduate Assistant.
These graduates represent the leadership, perseverance, and commitment to excellence fostered through the Bears Lead program.
We also celebrate our graduate assistant, Molly Grellner, who earned her Master of Science in Education Technology with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Molly has made a lasting impact at Mo State through her dedication to student success. We are excited that she will continue supporting students as a part-time success coach with Bears Lead!
Access Programs
Fifty-one students served by Access & Success Programs proudly crossed the graduation stage this May, marking a major milestone in their academic journeys. Their achievement reflects not only their hard work and determination, but also the power of support systems that help students overcome barriers and stay on the path to success. We celebrate each graduate and look forward to seeing the impact they will make in their communities and beyond!
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