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Former Missouri State University President Arthur Mallory and his wife, Joann
Former Missouri State University President Arthur Mallory and his wife, Joann, were the recipients of the 2013 Bronze Bear Award. The award includes a framed resolution and an 18-inch tall Bronze Bear that weighs 45 pounds. Former Missouri State art professor Dr. Jim Hill designed the Bronze Bear award, and a 14-foot statue version of the Bear is located just north of Plaster Student Union. Photo by Bob Linder

Past President Mallory recognized with Bronze Bear

Former Missouri State President Arthur Mallory received the 2013 Bronze Bear Award as part of the Dec. 13 commencement ceremonies at JQH Arena.

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Former Missouri State President Arthur Mallory is the 15th recipient of the Bronze Bear, the highest nonacademic award from the University.

President Arthur Mallory
Mallory was president of what was then Southwest Missouri State College from 1964 until 1971. During his administration the campus grew in almost every way, with enrollment going from 4,317 to 9,930 students. A graduate program was started and the evening program was expanded. New facilities were constructed, including Craig Hall, Temple Hall, Taylor Health Center, Baker Bookstore, Woods House and Blair-Shannon House.

Mallory, an MSU alumnus, became the fifth president of Missouri State University in 1964 and served until 1971. He was the youngest president in University history, beginning his tenure at age 31. He left the presidency to become the Commissioner of Education in the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, a position he held from 1971-87. Following his stint as commissioner, Mallory returned to Missouri State as the dean of the College of Education, a role he held from 1991-94.

Mallory currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Parents as Teachers National Center, Inc.

 

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