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Alumnus Has Been a Part of the NFL Rams Since Graduation

February 17, 2023 by Giovanny Canales-Rueda

Building a football career means training and dedication, whether your job is on the field or off. Mike O’Keefe, 1998 alumnus, knows about hard work from decades as part of the Los Angeles Rams organization. He has earned two Super Bowl rings and played a key role in the team’s transition from St. Louis to Los Angeles in 2016. RISING FROM TICKET SALES TO BECOME A VICE … [Read more...] about Alumnus Has Been a Part of the NFL Rams Since Graduation

Filed Under: Alumni Spotlight, Athletics, Feature

Petrino Accepts Position at UNLV

December 16, 2022 by Strategic Communication

The University of Nevada at Las Vegas (UNLV) has named Bobby Petrino as its next offensive coordinator, the university announced Thursday (Dec. 15), ending Petrino’s three-year stint as head coach at Missouri State. “Coach Petrino did what we thought he would do,” said Missouri State Director of Athletics Kyle Moats. “He was able to turn our team around … [Read more...] about Petrino Accepts Position at UNLV

Filed Under: Athletics, Headlines Tagged With: Athletics, University Life

Missouri State announces multi-year contract for athletics director

May 19, 2022 by Strategic Communication

Missouri State University has awarded a four-year contract to Kyle Moats, its current director of athletics. The extension will begin June 1, 2022, continuing through May 31, 2026. Moats has been the MSU director of athletics since 2009. “Kyle has elevated athletics at Missouri State since his arrival in 2008. His most recent successful hires in football and men’s and women’s … [Read more...] about Missouri State announces multi-year contract for athletics director

Filed Under: Athletics, Headlines Tagged With: Athletics, board of governors, Clif Smart, Headlines, Kyle Moats

Foundation announces gift to name facility the Great Southern Bank Arena

April 21, 2022 by Web Strategy and Development

Next time you watch the Bears or Lady Bears dribble down the home court (or attend a concert or special event), you’ll be in Missouri State University’s Great Southern Bank Arena. The naming, which was confirmed during a closed session of the Board of Governors yesterday, takes effect immediately. “Missouri State is a pillar in southwest Missouri and beyond, providing our … [Read more...] about Foundation announces gift to name facility the Great Southern Bank Arena

Filed Under: Athletics, Feature, Headlines Tagged With: Athletics, Feature, missouri state foundation

Missouri State golf programs receive significant gift

July 21, 2021 by Strategic Communication

Pam and Bernie Burrier at the 2017 Lady Bear Gala. The Missouri State University men’s and women’s golf teams will be the recipients of a significant gift, courtesy of Pam and Bernie Burrier, the MSU Foundation announced today. The gift is an endowment for both programs and will be used to support the overall budgets of the teams. The Burriers have previously established … [Read more...] about Missouri State golf programs receive significant gift

Filed Under: Athletics, Headlines, Onward Upward Tagged With: Athletics, Headlines, Missouri State University Foundation, Onward Upward

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