Missouri is facing a teacher shortage. Information from Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) shows that special education teachers rank in the top three certification areas in need of fully certified teachers to fill vacancies across the state. Faculty in Missouri State’s College of Education are striving to create a solution to … [Read more...] about Creating pathways for paraeducators
Assistant Professor Andrew Twibell has been involved in filmmaking for over 20 years—first as a student, then a professional, before becoming a professor. “Prior to coming to Missouri State I was based in Austin, Texas, where I worked professionally in documentary, narrative, music video, and commercial production. These days, my work as a filmmaker is focused on … [Read more...] about Faculty Spotlight: Andrew Twibell
Missouri State University is saying thank you to the family that made the largest scholarships gift in school history. Missouri State will honor Tim Reynolds and Judith Enyeart Reynolds with the Bronze Bear Award at a fall 2021 commencement ceremony. “The Bronze Bear weighs 45 pounds, but Tim and Judy’s contributions to the university are worth their weight in gold,” President … [Read more...] about Missouri State awards Bronze Bear to the Reynolds family
Key details What: Homecoming 2021 When: Oct. 15-16, 2021 Where: Across campus and in downtown Springfield Who: Missouri State University alumni, students, faculty, staff and community members Sponsors: The Alumni Association and Student Homecoming Committee In-person events Band of Bears Homecoming Parade Bears Basketball scrimmage (JQH Arena, 10 … [Read more...] about Social media kit: #BearsHomecoming2021
As polarized perspectives and heightened tensions threaten common ground, the 2021 Public Affairs Conference seeks to create space for understanding. Bridging the Divide is the theme of the conference at Missouri State University, scheduled for Sept. 27-30. It includes: Two pre-conference special events. A keynote speech from John Quiñones. Three plenary speakers. A total of … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Conference seeks to bridge divides in a world of differences