September 5, 2025

Mizzou Launches Historic Campaign to Address Global Challenges and Improve Lives

The University of Missouri has launched the largest fundraising campaign in its 186-year history. Uniting alumni, friends and partners, the transformational initiative will shape the future of Mizzou’s campus, impacting education, research, community engagement and health care.

University of Missouri President Mun Choi joined the University of Missouri Board of Curators, faculty, staff and guests today to kick off the campaign at a public celebration.

“This is a pivotal moment in Mizzou’s history and a generational opportunity to expand our contributions to society,” Choi said. “With this campaign, we are advancing a bold vision to transform lives, fuel research innovations, compete for championships and strengthen Missouri communities.”

With a landmark goal to raise $2 billion, the initiative, “Power the Roar,” ranks among the largest campaigns ever undertaken by a U.S. public university.