How can college help YOU?

That's a good question. For me, college has offered up a variety of experiences to prepare me for a full-time career. From the life lessons to the friendships, and all of the professional connections I've made in between, I'm not scared of the future.

There are so many resources like organizations, internships and other opportunities to help students find the path they want to take in life.

Find out how several CAFNR students, including myself, have taken advantage of some special programs offered to us as we continue searching for success. Click here to read more.

Who wants a popsicle?

CAFNR Career Services is giving away FREE popsicles to promote professional development among students. Click here for more fun pictures and some career advice from the experts!

Making Dreams Come True

Starting your first day of college, or maybe your very last year of high school? If so, I bet you were excited and anxious as you went to bed the night before classes began! It's kind of like a little kid going to Disney World, a quarterback getting ready for the big game, or a singer thinking about performing in front of hundreds of people.

I know just how it feels...in fact I had that same problem last night, even though I've been a college student for almost 1,100 days! So why am I still tossing and turning before the first day of class? Find out here!

CAFNR graduate starts local restaurant

Hands-on experience in the Hotel and Restaurant Management department helped Brian Coley start his own restaurant at the age of 23.

A recent article in the Columbia Missourian features the young restauranteur's new venture, Coley’s American Bistro.

Jeffrey Guinn, a resident instructor in the hotel and restaurant management program at MU, had the chance to work closely with Coley as his teacher at MU.

“When it comes to food, Brian has a very creative imagination and comforting palate,” Guinn said. “He has the ability to put together complimenting and contrasting flavors and textures, resulting in wonderful plates.”

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