In March, the Missouri State University campus closed due to COVID-19. But by Aug. 9, the campus will be fully open again and ready for students to move in. While campus will look and feel a little different, one thing will not change – ensuring students have a positive experience. “Our faculty members will still offer classes that will educate and challenge students. Our staff … [Read more...] about University announces return to campus plans for fall
Dr. Shirley Lawler is stepping down as chancellor of Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) on June 30, 2020, to focus on health issues. Missouri State University President Clif Smart and Lawler made the announcement today, June 10, to MSU-WP faculty and staff in a virtual town hall meeting. “I have had health issues that I have been dealing with for over a year, and … [Read more...] about MSU-WP chancellor to step down, citing health reasons
A national leader in helping black and Latino young men thrive in college is moving its office to Missouri State University. The Student African American Brotherhood (SAAB) and Missouri State recently signed a 2-year agreement to house the operation in the Park Central Office Building in downtown Springfield. The university will provide the space and utilities to SAAB at no … [Read more...] about Student African American Brotherhood moves headquarters to Springfield
The Missouri State University Foundation has started two scholarship funds in memory of George Floyd and David Dorn. Floyd died in May while in Minneapolis police custody. Dorn was a retired St. Louis police captain who died during looting in early June. “We share the pain and horror of the death of George Floyd. And we’re saddened by the death of David Dorn,” Missouri State … [Read more...] about Missouri State starts scholarships in memory of George Floyd, David Dorn
Missouri State University (MSU) and St. Charles Community College (SCC) are partnering to create a joint Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant. The schools signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Jefferson City on March 4. The non-binding agreement signals the intent of the institutions to work toward creating this degree. “Missouri State University is … [Read more...] about Missouri State, St. Charles Community College enter partnership