Kevin Horner

Kevin running

Belleville, Illinois
Junior, biology

For junior Kevin Horner, an undergraduate education at Mizzou is the first step toward a career in medicine. While he plans a course schedule that will best prepare him for medical school, he also finds time for volunteering with Ronald McDonald House and helping international students develop their English skills.

“I came to campus my freshman year eager to be a Tiger and make the most of everything Mizzou has to offer.”

Kevin eating with friends
Kevin dines with friends in Plaza 900 between classes.
Kevin talking to adviser
Kevin discusses class plans with biological sciences academic adviser Brittony Corneillier.
Kevin checking calendar
Kevin takes advantage of some spare time by going over his calendar before an appointment.

“The friendships I have made and the opportunities and experiences I’ve had the past three years at Mizzou have been the best of my life.”

Kevin working at pantry
Once a week, Kevin volunteers at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mid-Missouri. When supplies are donated, he shelves them in the pantry.
Kevin eating lunch with a friend
Kevin meets with graduate student Nakara Bhawawet in Mort’s Place. The weekly conversations bolster Bhawawet’s English skills.
Kevin at the library
Kevin hits the books in Ellis Library. His biological-sciences studies help prepare him for medical-school entrance exams.

“I couldn’t be happier with my decision to come to Columbia.”

A former high school cross-country runner, Kevin hits the track around Stankowski Field at the Mizzou Student Recreation Complex.

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