Pursuing a counseling career in the state of Missouri can be a rewarding professional choice. Persistent challenges within the state’s mental health care system will likely sustain robust demand for newly trained professionals for years to come. The 2023 Mental Health America report noted Missouri’s overall ranking as 39th place in the United States. Dr. Karrie Swan, graduate … [Read more...] about Ask an Expert: Advice for counseling students
Ozarks Public Television’s (OPT) newest locally produced history documentary, “Kehila Kedosha: Jewish Heritage in the Missouri Ozarks” will premiere at 8 p.m. May 9. This one-hour presentation will explore the history of Jewish immigration in North America and Missouri, and will bring into focus this community’s influence in shaping the diverse economic and social tapestry of … [Read more...] about “Kehila Kedosha: Jewish Heritage in the Missouri Ozarks” to premiere May 9
In an era marked by economic fluctuations and evolving financial landscapes, the importance of financial literacy cannot be overstated. To mark National Financial Literacy Month, the personal finance website WalletHub recently released its report on the Most and Least Financially Literate States in 2024. Missouri ranked in the middle at no. 24. To determine the rankings, … [Read more...] about Making the case for financial literacy
Each May, our country celebrates Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month. It’s an opportunity to explore and pay tribute to this group of people, who has not only helped to shape America’s history and culture, but also is vital in its future success. In fall 2023, Missouri State University had about 2% of its student population that identified as … [Read more...] about Celebrate APIDA Heritage Month by listening to the experiences of Asian Americans
Following a national search, Dr. Melissa Bledsoe will become the permanent dean of Missouri State University’s William H. Darr College of Agriculture on May 1. Bledsoe has been interim dean since June 2023. “Dr. Bledsoe is the right choice to lead the Darr College of Agriculture as it continues to evolve, offering unique ‘farm-to-fork’ curriculum and learning … [Read more...] about Missouri State names Darr College of Agriculture dean