On Sept. 21, the Mizzou Medal of Distinction was awarded to Nobel Laureate George P. Smith, Curators’ Distinguished Professor Emeritus of biological sciences. The medal was designed by Olivia Childs, Katie O’Russa and Jess Nguyen, graphic design majors in the School of Visual Studies in the College of Arts and Science. The medal was modeled on the theme Mizzou Roots: Takes Great Care for Seeds to Grow with guiding principal words botanical, peaceful and harmonious.

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