A “once-in-a-lifetime” opportunity led the two to purchase and revive the classic venue near campus, which closed in 2024. What’s your Ebbets story? Did you watch a game, have a burger, meet up with friends? It’s likely you did. After all, many generations of Bears have fond memories of Ebbets Field. More than 40 years […]
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Alumnus and his daughters make a gift that will elevate teaching, learning and mentorship. In February, Missouri State announced a new name in the College of Business: The Pendleton Family School of Accountancy. “This milestone moment — the university’s first named school — was made possible thanks to a significant seven-figure gift from alumnus Dick […]
Missouri State inducted seven former athletes, an iconic sportswriter and a national championship team as part of its 2025-26 Athletics Hall of Fame class. FORMER ATHLETE HONOREES Chenille Bayless Gaumer, volleyball, 2000-03 The standout setter was a four-year All-MVC performer and remains Mo State’s career assists leader (5,431). Bayless helped lead the Bears to an […]
Ian Platz has a thriving career in defense and antiterrorism initiatives. He says it wouldn’t have happened without a unique Missouri State school and an internship facilitated by a faculty member. At 2 a.m. one night in February 2024, Ian Platz was in his hotel room in Ukraine when his phone alerted him to suspected […]