Father-son duo David and Derek Fraley know the value of hard work. When they were growing up, David’s father, David Fraley Sr., taught them a work ethic that has stayed with them throughout college and their careers. “He taught us to do it all,” Derek said, “and if you think you’ve finished your job, you haven’t looked around to see what else needs to be done.” Making … [Read more...] about A legacy that establishes opportunities for others
Bill Noonan can see the Las Vegas Strip from his office. It’s a view that has changed enormously since 1990, when he was first recruited to the city. Noonan has been a part of the entertainment destination’s past and present, and he’s helping shape its future. Founding a fraternity, finding his style Noonan’s natural tendencies as a leader were evident to his friends in … [Read more...] about Alumnus’ move to Las Vegas was a good career bet
They met at Homecoming in 2011. He was in Theta Chi. She ran with Alpha Chi Omega. It wasn't how loud she cheered at 'Yell Like Hell' or how well she roller skated at the skating rink. Kory Lower fell in love with a girl in a Tune Squad jersey. "It was right before Halloween, so my sorority sisters and I decided to wear our Halloween costumes. My choice was a … [Read more...] about Forever proud to be Bears
Alumna Kari Mishler, an art history major and museum studies minor, has been working in Haines, Alaska, on a museum internship at the American Bald Eagle Foundation. During this internship, she works on maintaining and modifying their natural history dioramas and helping them to organize their Native American art and artifact collections. Stay warm and dry, Kari! Find … [Read more...] about Alumna Kari Mishler at the American Bald Eagle Foundation
Mark Campbell had a question for all of the Missouri State students gathered around him: “How have you grown as a person since first stepping onto campus?” Alison McClean, an exercise and movement science major, was the first to respond: “That’s a heavy question!” “Well, this is going to get heavy!” Campbell said with a laugh. This was one of the opening discussions at … [Read more...] about A new alumni program lets you host Dinner with Eight Bears