Click on the names below to read past spotlight articles.
103 Years and a Lifetime of Service
Fall 2025
Olszewski Brothers
Spring 2025
John Sheppard, Iowa State ’16
Fall 2023
Nathan Willet ’18
Spring 2023
John Qualy ’70
Fall 2022
Kevin Deptula ’01
Summer 2019
Ed Matheny ’43, Jim Polsinelli ’64,
Paul Courter ’73, and Eddie Greim ’99
Spring 2018
Ken Lambert ’60
Fall 2017
Duncan Matteson ’56
Winter 2016
Doug and Sally—House Parents
Summer 2015
Joseph W. Parent ’60
Fall 2014
Jay Shields ’76
Thomas M. Scott ’58, Ph.D.
Fall 2013
Ed Matheny Jr. ’43
Josh Seidel ’02
Spring 2013
George Gale ’53
Ike Skelton ’53
Fall 2011
James Grimaldi ’84
Spring 2011
Bill Beil ’83
Fall 2010
Doug Copeland ’77
Fall 2009
Chris Spencer ’95
John Qualy ’70
Spring 2009
Richard Jensen ’56
Fall 2008
McCanse Brothers: Ray ’39, Andy ’49, and Thad ’49
Spring 2008
Phil Walters ’59
John Walker ’60
Fall 2007
Thomas Scott ’54
Bob Lindholm ’57
Mr. Edward Matheny Jr.
As we mark our 250th anniversary as a country, I’m proud to highlight Tigers who provide extraordinary examples of service and excellence. Few show that dedication more than Mr. Edward Matheny Jr. (BA ‘43), who will turn 103 next month.
Raised in Kansas City, Mr. Matheny was a history major at Mizzou and an active part of our campus community, including as a Sigma Chi fraternity brother, Phi Beta Kappa member, editor of the yearbook, The Savitar, and a forward on the Mizzou Basketball team. He and his teammates were looking ahead to a series of games out West when news broke about the attack on Pearl Harbor, changing the course of his life.
Some of Matheny’s many accomplishments, from left: editor of the 1943 Savitar, distinguished military service and forward for the Mizzou Basketball team.
After graduation, Mr. Matheny went on to serve as an officer under two legendary World War II leaders: Admiral Chester Nimitz, commander in chief of the Pacific Fleet, and Admiral Raymond A. Spruance, commander of the 5th Fleet. Following his distinguished service, he attended Harvard Law School, eventually returning to Kansas City and becoming a managing partner at the law firm now known as Husch Blackwell.
Mr. Matheny remains a fixture of the Kansas City community and has served as a leader supporting a number of important causes and institutions, including Saint Luke’s Hospital. He still enjoys attending events at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library, gatherings at Husch Blackwell and, as a True Son, Tiger basketball games.
We’re thrilled to wish Mr. Matheny a happy upcoming birthday and to show our appreciation for all veterans and active-duty military members who continue Mizzou’s legacy of service.
MIZ!
— Mun
Mun Y. Choi
President