Kummer Student Programs

Dear friends and supporters,

As we reflect on the past year, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude. This year marks a historic milestone for the Kummer Vanguard Scholars and Kummer Innovation and Entrepreneurship Doctoral Fellows as the first cohorts of these students transition into the next phase of their lives. Congratulations to the Class of 2025 — your dedication, resilience and achievements have set a high standard for future generations!

Since the launch of our student programs, our mission has been to support student engagement beyond the classroom and provide opportunities that prepare students for success after graduation. Over the past four years, we have fostered a dynamic environment where students have gained hands-on experience in high-impact programs, built connections with industry professionals and benefited from mentorship among peers and alumni.

It has been inspiring to see how students have embraced these opportunities to grow academically, professionally and personally. Our graduates have secured exciting opportunities in graduate schools, competitive job placements and entrepreneurial ventures, showcasing the value of involvement with Kummer Student Programs.

Our programs will continue to evolve to support student engagement beyond the classroom, and we are committed to providing students with enriching experiences that will prepare them for their future successes.  

Thank you to the supporters: faculty, staff, alumni and partners of our programs who have played a vital role in shaping the success of our students. Your mentorship and dedication have been instrumental in their journey, and we deeply appreciate your contributions.

As we celebrate this momentous occasion, let us look forward to another year of possibilities, progress and success. Here’s to our students — past, present and future — who make Kummer Student Programs known for its support and cultivation of students' innovation and achievement!

With pride and appreciation,

Dr. Rachel Kohman
Director, Kummer Student Programs; Assistant Dean of Entrepreneurship Education

Abigail Richner is one of the first students set to complete all five components of the Badges of Entrepreneurial Excellence program. 

Duncan Bannon always had a business-oriented mindset and sought a career with a mix of business and STEM. He now works as a sales engineer at Timken. He now works as a sales engineer at Timken and credits his participation in the Kummer Vanguard Scholars program for helping lead him to this role.

As an undergraduate student at S&T, Caleb Moellenhoff was a Kummer Vanguard Scholar and participated in the Opportunities for Undergraduate Research Experiences program. He is now a Ph.D. student in chemical and biological engineering at Princeton University and works in the Maravelias Lab.

Two students won first place at Missouri S&T’s Micro Grand Challenge on March 9.  This year, the event challenged students to rethink carbon dioxide capture and sequestration technologies, which are methods used to catch carbon dioxide emissions before they enter the atmosphere. 

Students in the Kummer Vanguard Scholars program hosted a Fireside Chat with Peter Heerboth, a 2003 S&T alumnus and software engineer for Apple. Heerboth discussed his experiences in the industry, as well as his personal views on problem-solving, innovation and navigating the career field at the top level.

He is credited as a co-inventor of the AirDrop function of Apple devices and has been awarded 15 patents. 

Kummer Student Programs is now on the hunt for our next semester of speakers to share their empowering and motivating insights with students. If you are interested in being a speaker, submit this form.

Kummer Student Programs hosted a Kummer Vanguard Scholars Dinner on Feb. 12. The event was filled with camaraderie, networking and friendly competition as the Kummer Vanguard Scholars gathered with S&T alumni, faculty and staff. It was a night of connection, mentorship and fun, reinforcing the strong community that defines the Kummer Vanguard Scholars Program.

If you are interested in joining Kummer Student Programs for future events, submit this form.

All Missouri S&T students are invited to participate in the Badges of Entrepreneurial Excellence program to be recognized for their achievements beyond the classroom. The badges are an iconic celebration of participation in experiences designed to develop an entrepreneurial mindset.

Celebrate 1870 minutes of giving

Join us for S&T Giving Days on April 10-11! In honor of our founding year, we’re aiming to raise support over 1,870 minutes of giving — a tribute to our rich history and an investment in the future. A gift of just $18.70 is all it takes to make a meaningful difference for the students and leaders of tomorrow.

Here’s how you can make an impact:

Every gift makes a difference. Whether large or small, your donation plays a crucial role in building a brighter future for Missouri S&T.

Support the Kummer College. As a vital unit on campus, your support for the Kummer College helps ensure continued growth and success for students in this college.

Help spread the word. Encourage others to join in to unlock challenge gifts and help Kummer College reach its fundraising goals.

How to get involved:
Between 10 a.m. Thursday, April 10, and 5:10 p.m. Friday, April 11, visit our Giving Days website when it goes live to make your gift. Whether you’re giving $18.70 or $1,870, your participation is part of the collective effort that will shape the future of Missouri S&T.

Ready to be a Giving Days ambassador for Kummer College?
Email Megan Fowler at roarkme@mst.edu.

Support Kummer Student Programs further by following Kummer Vanguard Scholars and I&E Doctoral Fellows on LinkedIn.

Kummer Student Programs

Missouri University of Science and Technology

600 W. 14th St. 223 Engineering Management Building
573-341-6600
ksp@mst.edu
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