This fall, diners at Missouri State University’s Carrie’s Café can experience flavors from across the globe with two new menu themes. Managed by eight hospitality leadership students in the School of Hospitality and Agricultural Leadership, the restaurant will open on Oct. 1. Its first four-week menu, “European Crossroads,” will feature dishes inspired by German, … [Read more...] about Carrie’s Café takes taste buds around the world
In September 2024, Ramsie Tschappler began her freshman year at Missouri State University working with plants and hydroponic systems in the Karls Hall Greenhouse. Now a junior, she started working as a laboratory assistant for Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) in January. From studying dairy samples at DFA to harvesting herbs for Carrie’s Cafe, Tschappler has jumped at every … [Read more...] about Student grows beyond the greenhouse
For Dr. Victoria Bailey, coming to Missouri State University felt like a natural fit. This fall, she joined the faculty of the School of Agricultural Science and Conservation within the Darr College of Agriculture as an assistant professor. When she saw the job posting, Bailey felt the position was written for her. That feeling only grew when she toured campus and saw how … [Read more...] about New faculty member turns a love for horses into a career
Months before Missouri State University purebred Hereford cattle enter the show ring, students are behind the scenes feeding, washing and walking them. Journagan Ranch makes much of that work possible. In 2010, Leo Journagan and his family donated the 3,300-acre cattle operation to Missouri State. All show cattle are bred and raised on the ranch. Since then, the Beef … [Read more...] about Raising the steaks
Raised in Kansas City, Kansas, Michaela Frye grew up caring for horses every day. By first grade, she knew she wanted to be a veterinarian. Now a senior at Missouri State University, Frye is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science. Although she considered a career in human medicine, she ultimately chose to work with animals. “For some in our community, animals … [Read more...] about Earning an international honor