Nov. 18, 2025

Developing Study Strategies for the MCAT

Darcy Holtgrave, manager of the MedOpp Advising Office, is teaching a study strategy course for students who are planning to take the MCAT. Story and photo by Logan Jackson The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is widely considered to be one of the most difficult standardized exams due to its format, expansive content and high-stakes nature. The preparation that students must do before the exam is vital, and the Honors College is offering a course to aid students on that journey. The High Impact Study Strategies for MCAT Prep (GN_HON 4070H) course brings together students from across the Mizzou campus…

March 15, 2024

Morgan Davi — An Honors Advisor in Europe

Morgan Davi (pictured right), an Honors College advisor, traveled to Italy last summer with several other Mizzou advisors and staff to visit MU’s campus partner, CEA CAPA, at their Rome and Florence campuses. Davi is pictured with Xander Negozio, an academic advisor for digital storytelling and film studies in the College of Arts and Science. Photo courtesy of Morgan Davi. Last summer, Morgan Davi, a University of Missouri Honors College advisor, along with other Mizzou advisors and staff, went on the experience of a lifetime: they took Mizzou to Italy. The group visited Mizzou’s campus partner, CEA CAPA, at their…

Oct. 19, 2023

Changing Her Personal Narrative

Lauren Pike, an advisor in the MU Office of Global and National Fellowships, participated in the “Politics and Society in Central Asia” study abroad program in Kyrgyzstan this summer. It was the first time that Pike had traveled abroad. Here, Pike is pictured in the Kyrgyzstan Parliament building. Photo courtesy of Lauren Pike. As an advisor in the University of Missouri Office of Global and National Fellowships, Lauren Pike helps match Mizzou students with fellowship opportunities that align with their goals. As students navigate the application process, Pike and her fellow advisors offer support and guidance each step of the…