Missouri State University will confer 3,078 degrees to students at its spring 2024 commencement. Three ceremonies will take place at 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. May 10 at Great Southern Bank Arena. First ceremony The first ceremony will recognize students graduating from: College of Natural and Applied Sciences McQueary College of Health and Human Services Dr. Brian … [Read more...] about Missouri State to award 3,078 degrees during spring commencement
The Missouri State University community celebrated the eighth annual Fountain Day on April 16, where students, faculty and staff alike came together to turn on the 100,000-gallon John Q. Hammons Foundation for the season. It’s a celebration made possible thanks to the Missouri State Traditions Council. This student-run group, is not only responsible for this spring event, but … [Read more...] about Fountain Day isn’t the only Missouri State tradition – there are 62
Ozarks Public Television’s (OPT) newest locally produced history documentary, “Kehila Kedosha: Jewish Heritage in the Missouri Ozarks” will premiere at 8 p.m. May 9. This one-hour presentation will explore the history of Jewish immigration in North America and Missouri, and will bring into focus this community’s influence in shaping the diverse economic and social tapestry of … [Read more...] about “Kehila Kedosha: Jewish Heritage in the Missouri Ozarks” to premiere May 9
Each May, our country celebrates Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month. It’s an opportunity to explore and pay tribute to this group of people, who has not only helped to shape America’s history and culture, but also is vital in its future success. In fall 2023, Missouri State University had about 2% of its student population that identified as … [Read more...] about Celebrate APIDA Heritage Month by listening to the experiences of Asian Americans
Following a national search, Dr. Melissa Bledsoe will become the permanent dean of Missouri State University’s William H. Darr College of Agriculture on May 1. Bledsoe has been interim dean since June 2023. “Dr. Bledsoe is the right choice to lead the Darr College of Agriculture as it continues to evolve, offering unique ‘farm-to-fork’ curriculum and learning … [Read more...] about Missouri State names Darr College of Agriculture dean