The holiday season is a time of giving gifts and Americans spend a lot on gifts. In 2022, the National Retail Federation reported that the average American plans to spend $826 on gifts, food and decorations for the holidays. Of that amount, around $500 go toward gifts for family members. With such a large quantity of gifts being given away, it’s important to consider: What’s … [Read more...] about Practice sustainable gift giving during the holidays
Missouri State University’s College of Education (COE) will host the grand opening of the Global Education Lab (GEL) Nov. 13. The GEL is a collaborative place for teaching and learning about the world and its people. “Students in the COE have long benefitted from their professors’ global engagement,” said Dr. Jennice McCafferty-Wright, assistant professor in the School of … [Read more...] about MSU opens the Global Education Lab
November is National Native American Heritage Month paying tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans. At Missouri State University, the Multicultural Resource Center has an array of events planned – ranging from guest speakers to a powwow. On the Springfield campus, just 2.5% of undergraduate students are of Native American heritage. Chante Falcon, a … [Read more...] about Missouri State student rekindles Native American group
All veterans in the greater Springfield area are invited to join in a celebration Nov. 10-11 at Missouri State University to appreciate veterans for their military service. “It’s an honor for Missouri State to recognize our veterans. This is a special day for them, our university and our veteran alumni and friends,” said Brent Dunn, Missouri State vice president for university … [Read more...] about MSU hosts tribute to honor veterans
The Missouri State University Board of Governors elected new officers during its regular meeting Oct. 20. Lynn Parman, Kansas City, was elected chair. Tim Francka, Bolivar, was elected vice chair. Parman is the chief operating officer of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. Previously, she served as the vice president of business development for McCownGordon … [Read more...] about Board of Governors elects new officers for 2024