Staff Recognition Week takes place in mid-May, when the University of Missouri highlights, celebrates, and congratulates staff across campus for their hard work, accomplishments, and dedication to our community. The week includes opportunities for professional and personal development, an awards ceremony, a free luncheon, and many other exciting events for Mizzou and UM System staff. We hope to see you there!
May 19th-23rd, 2025
United Healthcare Presentation
Mon., May 19 | 11 a.m.
206 Cornell Hall or Zoom
Join United Healthcare representatives Secily Adams and Caroline Murphy to learn more about the services beyond insurance that United Healthcare provides for you as a staff member.
Staff Resource Fair
Tues., May 20 | 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Basement of the Mizzou Student Center **New Location This Year**
Swing by the Student Center basement before or after the free Staff Lunch! Explore info tables from campus groups and organizations, score some giveaways, and enter to win prizes, exclusively for staff!
Mizzou Store Discount
Tues., May 20 | All Day
Mizzou Store
Get some Mizzou swag! The Mizzou Store is offering a 25% discount on Mizzou Clothing and merchandise. This includes Lululemon apparel! The discount can be used all day on Tuesday, May 20. Remote staff can email us for an online discount code.
Free Staff Lunch
Tues., May 20 | 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Mizzou Student Center
Join us for a free lunch in honor of our hard-working staff! We’ll be serving grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, Beyond Meat burgers, tasty sides, and delicious desserts. Come hungry and ready to celebrate! To ensure everyone gets a plate, we kindly ask that you choose one protein option.
State Historical Society of Missouri Guided Tour
Weds., May 21 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
SHSMO
Join SHSMO art curator Dr. Joan Stack for an exclusive hour-long tour of Missouri’s top art collection, featuring works by Thomas Hart Benton and George Caleb Bingham. Meet in the 605 Elm St. lobby; tour starts at 9:00 a.m. RSVP on Percipio!
Awards Ceremony
Weds., May 21 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
N201 Memorial Union
Check back here for the Zoom link to attend the Staff Recognition Week Award Ceremony online.
During the ceremony, we’ll celebrate outstanding staff members receiving Staff Recognition Week awards and honor colleagues marking milestone anniversaries.
View the 2024-25 Staff Milestone Awardees here.
Virtual Cook Along with Executive Chef Johnna Martin
Weds., May 21 | 6-7 p.m. | Zoom
Must pre-register by May 10th to participate.
Don’t miss out on an exciting opportunity to learn how to make a zesty, delicious Pasta Primavera with Campus Dining Executive Chef Johnna Martin (registration required). After you sign up, you will receive the shopping list, recipe, and Zoom link ahead of time. Everyone who signs up will be automatically entered into a door prize drawing!
Teaching your Teenager to Drive
Fri., May 23 |10 a.m.
206 Cornell Hall or Zoom
First Impact is 90-minute evidence-based traffic safety program that educates parents about Missouri’s Graduated Driver License law. Attendance is perfect for parents of teen drivers, ages 14-19 and new & soon-to-be drivers. The program is delivered by training Facilitators and Law Enforcement Officers who coach parents by presenting key facts and proven strategies to help parents lower their teen’s crash risk by utilizing the Missouri GDL law.
5k Walk/Run
Due Fri., May 23 | Virtual
Walk or run your way to 5K anytime during Staff Recognition Week. You can track your progress with a free digital application, such as “MapMyWalk.” Submit a photo/screenshot of your completed 5k here (link will be active starting 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 17 through 11:59 p.m. Friday, May 23). Participants will be entered to win door prizes.
Mizzou & UM System Trivia Challenge
Due Fri., May 23 | Virtual
Put your black and gold knowledge to the test at our virtual Mizzou & UM System Trivia Challenge! Link will be available on our website through Staff Recognition Week.
Cook Along with Kenny Williams
Fri., May 23 |11:30 a.m.
014 Gwynn Hall
Jen Anderson RD and Chef Kenny will be preparing a variety of recipes using air fryers and other quick cooking techniques. Come join us on Friday for some fun and taste a few new recipes while learning about some of the nutritional benefits of cooking fresh foods in new ways. Register here!
Staff Talent Virtual Showcase
Check out all the talented staff across campus in our online video presentation, which will be available to view beginning May 19. The video will also be shown on screens during the Staff Lunch in the Mizzou Student Center.
Complimentary MizzouRec Access and Group Fitness Classes
All Week | MizzouRec
Stop by the Member & Guest Services desk with your Employee ID to activate your complimentary access to the Student Rec Complex for the week of May 19-23, 2025. Contact membership@mizzourec.com with questions.
TigerX is also excited to offer complimentary group fitness classes during Staff Recognition Week! From group fitness staples like Zumba and Stress Reduction Yoga, to newer offerings such as Personalized Equipment Orientations or Mobility for All Ages, grab a coworker and head to MizzouRec during Staff Recognition Week. Contact tigerX@mizzourec.com with questions.
Thank you, Mizzou and UM System staff, for all of your support and dedication to the University. See you there!