The University of Missouri Alliance of Alumni Associations and Extension recently honored state Rep. Mike Thomson, R-Maryville, for his commitment to higher education and his outstanding service to the university system. Thomson was presented with an award by University of Missouri System Interim President Steve Owens at the alliance's annual awards dinner held on Friday, Nov. 18.
In presenting Thomson with the award, the alliance recognized his support of the university system through his work as chairman of the House Higher Education Committee. Thomson also was recognized for his support of higher education through his work as a member of the House Budget Committee and with several bills he sponsored to benefit the university system.
"As someone who entered into legislative service with a lifetime of experience as an educator, I have made a commitment to doing all I can to improve our system of higher education," said Thomson. "I'm honored to be recognized by the university for the part I've played in trying to help our institutions of higher learning. My hope is that we can continue to work together to provide even more support to all of our public universities."
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