Transforming Ideas Into Powerful Impact
We're revolutionizing higher education and research through our $300 million foundation. Your partnership helps us develop tomorrow's innovators, advance cutting-edge technologies, and strengthen Missouri's economic future.
Our Work
Research Centers
The three centers leverage academic-industry connections to focus learning and research in areas with economic and industry impact Learn more
STEM Outreach
Providing equal access to STEM-related fields and experiences for PK-12 students and education professionals. Learn more
Kummer Student Programs
Offering scholarships and fellowships to highly qualified and deserving students through two specialized programs. Learn more
Get involved today. Make an impact on tomorrow.
The Kummer Institute for Student Success, Research and Economic Development is working toward a brighter future locally, throughout the state of Missouri and across the nation.

Honoring a Legacy
Fred. S. Kummer (1929-2021)
The business Fred and June Kummer launched in the basement of their suburban St. Louis home was ultimately responsible for the creation of 1,012 hospitals and health care facilities, financial institutions, the Adam’s Mark Hotel chain, a ski and golf resort, and more. Shortly before Fred’s death in 2021, building on their long history of supporting Missouri S&T, where Fred earned his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering in 1955, the Kummers made a gift that has transformed the university and the communities it serves.
News and Highlights
Have a Question?
Kummer Institute
106 Parker Hall, 300 W. 13th Street, Rolla, MO 65409
Phone: (573) 341-6103
Email: ki@mst.edu
Operating Hours
Monday:8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday:8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday:8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday:8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday:8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed