Alexis Deane-Downing started at Missouri State as a dentistry student. After taking anatomy, she decided that wasn’t the right fit for her. Next, she tried communications. That wasn’t right either. Her adviser asked her what she liked to do. Deane-Downing said she liked to stay in hotels. The rest is history. Deane-Downing met with Dr. Melissa Dallas, now faculty emeritus of … [Read more...] about Finding the right fit: Hospitality leadership
What does an Oscar-winner, a Dora the Explorer game-creator, and a Visual Effects Compositor have in common? They all began their path to creative discovery in the Electronic Arts Program at Missouri State University. The Electronic Arts (EA) Program, spearheaded by three distinct academic departments – Music; Art + Design; and Media, Journalism, and Film – produces students … [Read more...] about 20 Years of the Award-Winning Electronic Arts Program
Finding the perfect degree In 2014, Polowy chose MSU to play basketball. “I wanted to be a Lady Bear,” she said. “Missouri State let me play the game I love, while preparing me for a successful professional life.” In high school, Polowy discovered interests in engineering and pharmacy. However, these fields lacked the human interaction she desired in her … [Read more...] about Building a path to success
Kasey Eberth was 15 when he started working in hospitality. He hasn’t stopped since. Eberth started as a line cook. He wanted to find what was his best fit in the restaurant industry. Fall in love with Missouri State After a tour of Missouri State University, Eberth knew this was the place for him. “I automatically fell in love with the campus and just knew this was my home,” … [Read more...] about Managing your hospitality leadership career
Bethanie Funderburk has hiked ice-laced mountains in Alaska. Trekked through fields of snow in Canada. Reeled in fish from cold waters in Montana. And climbed rust-colored boulders in Colorado. She’s done it all as a traveling physical therapist. It’s a degree Funderburk earned from Missouri State University in 2017. While a student at MSU, this Nixa … [Read more...] about MSU degree pays off for this Bear