April 7, 2026

Mizzou Honors Distinguished Alumni, Introduces New Philanthropy Award

The University of Missouri recently honored four exceptional alumni with the Jefferson Club Golden Quill Alumni Excellence Award and introduced the inaugural Mizzou Philanthropy Award. The awards recognize leadership, service and the vital role of philanthropy in advancing the university’s mission and impact on communities across Missouri and beyond.

“These honors celebrate the remarkable professional achievements and spirit of service that define Mizzou alumni around the world,” University of Missouri President Mun Choi said. “Our recipients reflect the enduring value of a Mizzou education and the contributions our alumni make across their professions and in their communities.”

Presented by the Jefferson Club, Mizzou’s leadership giving society, the Golden Quill Alumni Excellence Award recognizes alumni whose accomplishments and service exemplify the university’s core values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence. Recipients are selected through nominations from the Mizzou community.