The Missouri Public Affairs Hall of Fame 2024 inductees include a decades-long public servant, a former children’s TV show host, an advocate for agriculture and an entrepreneur and community builder. These four inductees — Roy Blunt, Dr. Norma Champion, Chris Chinn and Annie Malone — were selected as citizens with a connection to the state of Missouri who serve as examples of … [Read more...] about Missouri Public Affairs Hall of Fame 2024 inductees announced
As Missouri State University President Clif Smart prepares to retire on June 30 after more than a decade on the job, the university’s Board of Governors has given him a special honor. At its meeting today, the board approved and presented Smart with the Bronze Bear Award. It recognizes individuals for special support and achievement at Missouri State. “For leading Missouri … [Read more...] about Board of Governors presents Bronze Bear Award to Clif Smart
Missouri State University advancement will soon have a new home thanks, in part, to an anonymous seven-figure donation for a new center on campus. To be located on the northwest corner of National Avenue and Bear Boulevard, the Clifton M. Smart III Advancement Center will serve as the home base for university advancement, the Alumni Association and the Missouri State … [Read more...] about Anonymous donor makes lead gift for new Missouri State advancement center
Missouri State University and Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri will collaborate to make postsecondary education more accessible. Through a new scholarship, troop members can receive financial support for college. The new Missouri State University/Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri freshman scholarship is an annual renewable award of $2,000. “Missouri State University and Girl … [Read more...] about New Missouri State scholarship helps Girl Scouts members pursue college
Missouri State University is saying thank you to the man who helped make the dreams of countless students a reality. The university will honor John Goodman with the Bronze Bear Award during the fall 2023 commencement ceremony Dec. 15. “We’re immensely honored to recognize John as a beacon of generosity and commitment to our university,” President Clif Smart said. “His … [Read more...] about John Goodman to receive Bronze Bear award