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
Diana Vargas has always been interested in hospitality and travel. Missouri State University’s hospitality leadership program gave Vargas the best of both worlds with a hospitality leadership degree. “I was looking for the best program, and I found MSU,” Vargas said. Finding the right path Vargas grew up in Bogotá, Colombia. She started going to a community college in … [Read more...] about Falling in love with hospitality leadership, Springfield
Dr. Deborah Larson seated at an editing bay in Strong Hall control room. Photo Credit: Conci Nelson, 2019 One year ago this past September, I met Dr. Deborah Larson practically in passing when she was in the throws of post-production for the Season 3 premiere of “Show-Me Chefs.” This was long before I ever imagined I would GoMaroon within the next calendar year by … [Read more...] about One, two, three, four: “Show-Me Chefs” returns once more
The hospitality industry is fast-paced and ever changing. How do hospitality leadership faculty stay current on the latest trends? They complete externships. Hotel Nikko faculty externship Most recently, two faculty spent a week at Hotel Nikko (starting July 15) to observe all operation systems. Their goal was to connect with industry and incorporate the information in their … [Read more...] about Hospitality leadership faculty complete externship
Daniel Zender remembers looking at Communication Arts when he was a student at MSU. The international journal, which covers graphic design, advertising, photography, illustration and media, inspired him. Now, Zender is inspiring others: He has been featured in Communication Arts himself. A story in the November/December 2018 issue showcased his work as a go-to freelance … [Read more...] about Artist becoming a recognized illustrator