As we begin the new academic year, we’re eager to greet 170 talented faculty joining our University of Missouri community. On Tuesday, we held a welcome reception at the Chancellor’s Residence on Francis Quadrangle.

During the reception, they were introduced to many university leaders and encouraged to reach out with any questions about our campus or Columbia.

These new faculty are joining us at an exciting time. With MizzouForward, we are investing in researchers to ensure they have the tools and interdisciplinary partnerships necessary to create more discoveries. We’re committed to providing the additional support they need to have long, productive careers at Mizzou.

Welcome back activities continue on Thursday evening with an open house in Jesse Hall.

— Mun