Jerry Hoover arrived at Missouri State University in 1985. He served as the director of bands for 31 years until he retired in 2016. He directly oversaw the expansion of the band program as it grew into the respected program it is now. He supervised 18 separate student bands, personally directed the Pride Marching Band and oversaw growth in facilities. He also brought … [Read more...] about Award of Appreciation: Jerry Hoover
Alumna Emily Geraghty, ’12, stands behind the camera with vision, execution and zeal. Growing up in St. Louis, she spent hours behind the camera. Her interest in visual media grew as she studied media production at Missouri State. The rarity in a male-dominated industry, she creates and produces professional videos that focus on identity issues for women and marginalized … [Read more...] about A woman behind the camera
From screenwriters to doctors, we honor them all. Missouri State University’s alumni exemplify what it means to be a Citizen Bear. Each year, the Missouri State Alumni Association honors a group of its outstanding alumni. About the 2019 awards ceremony Celebrate with the 2019 alumni award recipients at the Bears of Distinction Dinner and Awards Ceremony. Their … [Read more...] about Alumni Citizen Bears recognized for achievements
Meet this year’s recipients of awards from the Missouri State University Alumni Association. Lifetime Achievement Award Daytime drama writer had long-term success in film and television Kay Alden Nelson Job title Screenwriter MSU degree Master’s in speech and theatre, 1970 Other education Bachelor’s in education, 1967, Emporia State University in Kansas; doctoral … [Read more...] about They have made their Missouri Statements
The Midwest isn't known for its inclusiveness or progressive ideas. For alumnus Andrew Shaughnessy, '07, growing up here had a serious impact on his experiences. "In the early 90's it wasn't the most welcoming environment for LGBT folks. Not only that, there weren't any other LGBT folks in my hometown, but that I was the only one and I was holding that secret inside of … [Read more...] about A point of Pride: “I see you”