The free event featured outdoor field games and activities, including an inflatable obstacle course, a mechanical bull and other amusements. Graduates enjoyed BBQ, drinks, a live DJ and photo booth opportunities to capture the memorable event. Assistant Director of Student and Young Alumni Engagement Arianna Gardner, along with her colleagues on the Alumni Relations team, … [Read more...] about Alumni Association Welcomes the Class of 2023
Tony Michalka '04, is a proud Missouri State University graduate. He received his Bachelor of Science in Sociology. Tony is the Director of Communications for the City of O’Fallon, Missouri where he lives with his wife and daughters. He serves as the inaugural Missouri State St. Louis Alumni Chapter president. As president, Tony and the volunteer leadership team are charged … [Read more...] about Meet the President of the Missouri State St. Louis Alumni Chapter
On Feb. 13, Jean Norbury-Miller’s 100th birthday, family members presented her with a GrandBear medallion. That’s a recognition from the MSU Alumni Association for alumni who earned a degree 70 or more years ago, and/or have reached 90 years of age. They also gave her a big surprise. They were taking her from her home in Norfork, Virginia, back to her roots and alma mater … [Read more...] about One of the oldest living Bears visits campus
Sometimes, it’s not love at first sight. The way they talk about each other makes it seem like Nii Kpakpo Abrahams and Rachel Maddock have been in love forever. In reality, it took years to feel the butterflies of a budding crush between these two Bears. “What I appreciate about Rachel is that she isn’t concerned or impressed by what I do – she loves me for who I am … … [Read more...] about Nii and Rachel Abrahams: Love is one big adventure
Sarah Davidson will give you extra. “You know how some people wear one statement necklace? I’ll stack three on top of each other.” Does that say something about her personality? “Oh, it’s super-fitting. I go big. I go a million miles an hour. I’m a direct person, but a kind and caring person. I just like to be competitive and successful while wearing many … [Read more...] about Alumna directs human resources at one of the fastest-growing companies in St. Louis