(Left) Matt Sanford, Congressman Sam Graves, President Choi and Michael Hoehn II. (Center) Congressman Wesley Bell and President Choi. (Right) Congressman Bob Onder and President Choi.

I was recently in Washington, D.C., to meet with members of Missouri’s Congressional delegation, including Senator Eric Schmitt, Congressman Mark Alford, Congressman Wesley Bell, Congressman Sam Graves, Congressman Bob Onder and Congressman Jason Smith. I shared the incredible impact of Mizzou and the UM System, including our proven momentum in student success, research excellence and community engagement. I was joined by MURR Executive Director Matt Sanford and NextGen MURR Program Director Michael Hoehn II to discuss the growth of our research reactor program and its ongoing importance to cancer research and treatment in the United States.

This week, our students were also at the State Capitol in Jefferson City to present their own groundbreaking research and to share with lawmakers how their work on campus can improve lives around Missouri. Ten Mizzou undergraduates displayed a range of projects, including innovative research into power grid security and improving the well-being of veterans.

Mizzou makes a difference in each of Missouri’s 114 counties and in communities across the nation and beyond. I am always proud to share our impact and to discuss ways we can continue to support our state’s workforce needs while delivering incredible value for all Missourians.

— Mun