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Portrait of Matt and Abby Howard

Alumni couple are social media sensations

The Howards are known to millions of fans as “Matt and Abby.” They strive for authenticity and sharing what they call the “beautifully unplanned” parts of their lives.

Portrait of Mark Dixon

Alumnus’ life is dedicated to “teaching and preaching, community work and helping people”

Mark Dixon, who was first a student in the late 1970s and early ’80s, left before earning a degree. He went on to become a Springfield community leader and champion for local Black history. In 2010, he finished his bachelor’s studies.

Portrait of Kim Becking

Alumna is a best-selling author and motivational speaker

Kim Becking, a serial entrepreneur and an expert in change and resilience, took a cancer diagnosis and turned it into a way to empower others.

Kelsey Meneffee

Alumna makes donors’ intentions become personal connections

Kelsey Menefee oversees donor-funded scholarships, from training selection committees to telling recipients they have earned life-changing financial aid. Kelsey Menefee juggles big responsibilities for a young woman. The 27-year-old is director of donor relations and special events for the Missouri State University Foundation. She oversees donor-funded scholarships. She also helps plan events for supporters and […]

A soccer player celebrates after a winning goal.

Former Soccer Bear is now creating memorable moments as a professional

Kyle Hiebert of St. Louis team says “carrying the banner for Missouri State in (Major League Soccer) is very special.”

Students Take Research Beyond the Classroom at Archaeology Society Annual Meeting

Five students and alumni from Dr. Billie Follensbee’s Basic Conservation of Art and Artifacts class (ART/MST 488) were accepted to present on their research at the Missouri Archaeology Society Annual Meeting. This year, students presented as part of the poster session, Art and Artifacts: Research and Conservation of Art and Artifacts April 14–16 in Camdenton, Missouri. This was not the […]

Tony Michalka

Meet the President of the Missouri State St. Louis Alumni Chapter

Tony Michalka ’04, is a proud Missouri State University graduate. He received his Bachelor of Science in Sociology. Tony is the Director of Communications for the City of O’Fallon, Missouri where he lives with his wife and daughters. He serves as the inaugural Missouri State St. Louis Alumni Chapter president. As president, Tony and the […]

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Portrait of Matt and Abby Howard

Alumni couple are social media sensations

The Howards are known to millions of fans as “Matt and Abby.” They strive for authenticity and sharing what they call the “beautifully unplanned” parts of their lives.

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