Over the past year, Missouri State University expected to see a decrease in enrollment as large as 1,500 students. But enrollment at Missouri State increased this fall despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and a statewide downturn in the number of students graduating from high school. “This is a huge achievement for the university,” said President Clif Smart. … [Read more...] about Campus, system enrollment increase this fall
A record number of Americans applied for unemployment compensation this year due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Lawmakers passed the CARES Act in March, which boosted unemployment benefits across the country and expanded eligibility for benefits. With many new terms and guidelines, taxpayers should prepare for the upcoming tax season to avoid unexpected bills on their tax … [Read more...] about What you need to know about your unemployment benefits
Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean’s list. For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment in at least six credit hours during the summer semester and at least a 3.50 grade point average (on a 4.00 scale). The lists Missouri State University dean’s list summer 2020 (sorted alphabetically) Missouri … [Read more...] about Missouri State releases summer 2020 dean’s list
When classes began yesterday (Aug. 17), 19,733 students were enrolled in the Missouri State University Springfield campus. Overall enrollment is down 2.9%. However, degree-seeking graduate student enrollment set a new record, increasing by 10.7%. Enrollment picture is stronger than expected The number of students graduating from high school is down both in Missouri and … [Read more...] about Opening enrollment exceeds early expectations
External grants and contracts worth $29.7 million in fiscal year (FY) 2020 made hundreds of research, education and service projects possible at Missouri State University. Faculty and staff submitted 348 proposals to address the needs of communities, schools and businesses in southwest Missouri and beyond. Federal agencies remain the top funder, followed by state and nonprofit … [Read more...] about Research thrives at university