Engagement in campus democracy is important, especially to Zion Riffe-Stevens. Zion Riffe-Stevens A Missouri State University student and graduate assistant for Paws to the Polls, Riffe-Stevens commits his time and effort toward encouraging people to use their voices and vote. Paws to the Polls is a nonpartisan initiative to increase voter turnout and engagement on campus. His … [Read more...] about Empowering MSU to engage students in democracy
When you visit or pass by the Springfield Art Museum, it’s hard to miss a large, bright yellow sculpture. It’s a piece called Sun Target II by sculptor John Henry. The sculpture inspired the “Sun Target” dance by guest artist Ilana Goldman. She choreographed it for a group of Missouri State University dance majors and minors. They performed it at the March American College … [Read more...] about Dance students find success at conference
The Jordan Valley Innovation Center (JVIC) at Missouri State University is part of the IDEA Commons in downtown Springfield. Recently, JVIC received $5.4 million from the Missouri Technology Corporation to invest in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Allen Kunkel, the associate vice president for economic development and director of JVIC, explains how they plan to use the … [Read more...] about New grant provides innovation opportunities for JVIC
Each year, the Missouri State University Alumni Association honors a group of distinguished alumni, former faculty and staff and volunteers in an awards ceremony recognizing their exceptional achievements. Their leadership roles and impact on their communities are among the hallmarks of these alumni and friends from around the globe. The 2023 Bears of Distinction Dinner and … [Read more...] about Missouri State honors outstanding alumni
A $600,000 National Science Foundation grant will allow Missouri State University to boost STEM education in southwest Missouri. The funds will be used to implement the Computer Science Research Opportunity for Smart Environments (ROSE) program for the next three years. What’s ROSE? ROSE involves computer science faculty providing a unique summer research experience for middle … [Read more...] about MSU receives grant to train area STEM educators