Missouri Gov. Mike Parson announced two new members to the Missouri State University Board of Governors: Travis Freeman of Chesterfield and Dr. Melissa Gourley of Mountain Grove. The duo will join their first board meeting – a Zoom special meeting – on Sept. 20. “I thank the governor for these two excellent appointments,” Missouri State President Clif Smart said. “I’m confident … [Read more...] about Parson appoints new members for MSU Board of Governors
The Missouri State University Board of Governors once again noted President Clifton M. “Clif” Smart III’s outstanding performance and leadership as president of Missouri State in fiscal year 2023. Smart presented his self-assessment to the board in an executive session at its June meeting. The board began the process via an electronic survey that evaluated Smart in nine major … [Read more...] about Board praises Smart for strong performance over the last year
The public affairs mission challenges the Missouri State University community to use its knowledge and skills to better the world. For 11 years, the Board of Governors has recognized faculty and staff members who model the public affairs mission in their academic and on-campus work. This year, Missouri State recognizes three faculty members and three staff members with the … [Read more...] about Board honors faculty, staff members with Excellence in Public Affairs award
Bradley Cooper Bradley Cooper of Willard, Missouri, is the newest member of Missouri State University’s Board of Governors. Cooper replaced Briar Douglas, whose term expired May 2022. He is grateful to be appointed as the next student governor. “I’m ready to get to work for the students of MSU,” Cooper said. “I look forward to working with President Clif Smart, university … [Read more...] about MSU Board of Governors announces new student member
Missouri State University’s Citizen Scholars aim to educate and build up new leaders. Protect and serve our country. Advocate for and improve their communities. Amplify the voices of the next generation. Today, Missouri State’s Board of Governors awarded six students with the Citizen Scholar award. The award is given to students who embody the university’s public affairs … [Read more...] about Citizen Scholars plan to impact their communities and beyond