Last semester, the College of Arts and Letters helped the Missouri State University Foundation kick off its new fundraising initiative, MSU Crowdfunding. Students and faculty within the college completed four online campaigns, raising a combined $5,517. And while not all reached their goals, each group was able to put the money they did raise toward its intended purpose. Here’s a breakdown of each campaign.
Short Film: Greene County
Media, journalism and film faculty and students raised $3,125 — exceeding their goal — to complete the film, “Greene County.” The project, led by instructor Andrew Twibell, will give students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience that can be put toward a resume. Donations will be used for production and exhibition costs, as well as set catering, props, costumes, equipment and festival entry fees.
Let’s Dance! MSU Dance Program Travels to ACDA
Dance students raised $946 to send 10 students and two faculty members to the American College Dance Association (ACDA) 2015 regional conference at Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau. The donations will be used for registration, fees, transportation and lodging costs.
MSU Opera’s National Scene Competition Project
Opera students raised $111 to help with costs to compete in the undergraduate scenes program at the National Opera Association’s 2015 convention in Greensboro, North Carolina. Funds will be used for the flight and four-night stay for the Jan. 8-11, 2015, trip.
Missouri State Winter Guards Spring 2015 Season
Students in the PRIDE Color Guard raised $1,335 to support the spring competitions around the country through Winter Guard International. Donations will help fund registration fees and traveling expenses.
Post your project to MSU Crowdfunding
Missouri State students, faculty and staff are encouraged to use MSU Crowdfunding to gain financial support for their projects or initiatives. All donations will be retained by fundraisers regardless if goals are met. To begin the approval process, visit the website or email crowdfunding@missouristate.edu.