Published on Nov. 6, 2018
Updated on Feb. 26, 2020
Nov. 6, 2018
Dear Mizzou community,
For nearly 180 years, Mizzou has been committed to public service. Our long tradition of honoring our veterans through Memorial Union and Crowder Hall continues to grow through our tremendous ROTC program. Our values also help shape our leaders of today and tomorrow, who ensure that the university’s global impact can be felt across many walks of public life — from military service to civil service to community service.
It’s extraordinary to see our community serving others in so many ways. Thank you all. Your stewardship enables Mizzou to fulfill its broad responsibility to the public good.
Alexander N. Cartwright, PhD
Chancellor
University of Missouri
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