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Football alumni navigate the currents of the Mississippi River

November 30, 2023 by Kayla A. Guilbault

The sun sets on the banks of the Mississippi River at the transition from upper to lower.

In the blazing July heat of Lock and Dam 1, former Missouri State University Football Bears Neil Strader and Jonah White embarked on an extraordinary adventure. The idea of traversing the length of the Mississippi River took shape when White approached Strader with a unique proposition. The inspiration was rooted in the works of Mark Twain and the tales of river adventures … [Read more...] about Football alumni navigate the currents of the Mississippi River

Filed Under: Alumni Spotlight, Feature, Features, Headlines Tagged With: alumni, Alumni Accomplishments, Alumni Adventures, Alumni Assocation, alumni feature, Alumni News, Featured Alumni, Football, football Bears, Missouri State University Alumni Association

Alumna strives to support every foster child in Greene County

November 20, 2023 by Savannah Keller

Portrait of Laura Farmer by Kevin White

Laura Farmer had never heard the term "social work" before attending Missouri State University. She planned on another major. But after the first lecture of her introduction to social work course, she had found her calling. Seventeen years later, she has helped change the lives of hundreds of foster children and families. As executive director of Court Appointed … [Read more...] about Alumna strives to support every foster child in Greene County

Filed Under: Alumni Spotlight, Feature, Features Tagged With: alumni, Alumni Association, alumni feature, Alumni Spotlight, Social Work

MSU Bears ready to celebrate Homecoming

October 16, 2023 by

It’s time for alumni and friends to embark on a journey of nostalgia and celebration as Missouri State University hosts this year’s Homecoming Oct. 20-22.  “This is a wonderful opportunity for alumni to return to campus to celebrate and see how Missouri State has evolved,” Greg Fansler, MSU executive director of engagement and alumni relations, said.  “The Alumni Association … [Read more...] about MSU Bears ready to celebrate Homecoming

Filed Under: Faculty News, Feature Tagged With: alumni, Alumni Association, Faculty and Staff Page, Feature, Greg Fansler, Homecoming, maroonation, missouri state journal, University Life

#BearsHomecoming2023 Social Media Kit

October 9, 2023 by Kayla A. Guilbault

MSU Homecoming 2023 Facebook cover with couple

Missouri State University alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends are invited to celebrate all things Maroon and White at Homecoming 2023. This social media kit includes everything you need to invite your social circle and plan an unforgettable weekend. Key details What: Homecoming 2023 When: Oct. 20-21, 2023 Where: Across campus and in downtown Springfield … [Read more...] about #BearsHomecoming2023 Social Media Kit

Filed Under: Events, Headlines, News Tagged With: alumni, Alumni Association, alumni reunion, Bears Homecoming, BearsHomecoming, Homecoming, Homecoming 2023, Homecoming reunion, Homecoming weekend, reunion, Young alumni reunion

Young alumni to reunite at the first-ever BeAR Crawl

September 27, 2023 by Kayla A. Guilbault

Bears gather at a local bar.

Reunite with young alumni during Homecoming weekend for the first-ever BeAR Crawl on Saturday, October 21.  The crawl will visit several local bars, each with their own distinct atmosphere.  Attendees can experience live music, play a variety of indoor and outdoor games, hit the dancefloor and enjoy an array of beverages from award-winning local brews to one-of-a-kind … [Read more...] about Young alumni to reunite at the first-ever BeAR Crawl

Filed Under: Events, Feature, Features, News Tagged With: alumni, Alumni Assocation, Alumni News, alumni reunion, BeAR Crawl, Bears Homecoming, Homecoming, Homecoming 2023, Young alumni, Young alumni reunion

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