Missouri State University awarded 1,509 degrees to students in fall 2021. Crunching the numbers Students earned a total of 1,123 bachelor’s degrees, 370 master’s degrees, 15 doctorate degrees and one specialist degree. Past the standard expectations, the university recognized 19 students for their work with a more rigorous curriculum in Missouri State’s Honors College. Several … [Read more...] about Missouri State releases fall 2021 graduation list
A few years ago, while adjusting the curriculum for the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Missouri State University, faculty and staff identified a need in the Springfield community. A large portion of the Springfield population was uninsured and not able to receive the treatment they needed. In response, the PT department created a pro bono clinic for patients without … [Read more...] about Serving the underserved
Power Wheels and other ride-on toys are a big hit at the holidays and can bring joy all year round. For children with limited mobility, though, these toys present major challenges. Missouri State University’s occupational therapy department has again partnered with Go Baby Go to provide modified, ride-on cars to seven local families. The children will have final fittings … [Read more...] about Adapting dreams into reality
Missouri is facing a teacher shortage. Information from Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) shows that special education teachers rank in the top three certification areas in need of fully certified teachers to fill vacancies across the state. Faculty in Missouri State’s College of Education are striving to create a solution to … [Read more...] about Creating pathways for paraeducators
Missouri State University awarded 643 degrees to students in summer 2021. Crunching the numbers Students earned a total of 419 bachelor’s degrees, 204 master’s degrees, 14 doctorate degrees and six specialist degrees. Past the standard expectations, the university recognized six students for their work with a more rigorous curriculum in Missouri State’s Honors College. Several … [Read more...] about Missouri State releases summer 2021 graduation list