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
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
Missouri State University President Clif Smart announced today (Sept. 6) that he will retire in the summer of 2024. Smart has served as the 11th president of Missouri State since June 27, 2011. “It has been my greatest honor to serve as president of Missouri State University,” Smart said. “I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the unyielding dedication and the remarkable … [Read more...] about Missouri State University President Clif Smart announces retirement