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Delving into modern Ozarks

February 15, 2022 by

What comes to mind when you think about the Ozarks? Perhaps it is its unique geographic features or rich history. It may be the hillbilly stereotype or story of the Baldknobbers. With the goal of presenting the region’s most complete portrait, historian Dr. Brooks Blevins started to write a comprehensive history of the Ozarks a few years ago. It resulted in a trilogy. The first … [Read more...] about Delving into modern Ozarks

Filed Under: Faculty News Tagged With: Brooks Blevins, College of Humanities and Public Affairs, Discovery, faculty, Faculty and Staff Page, history, missouri state journal, ozarks studies, research

Explore a trail to the past

February 8, 2022 by

In light of Black History Month in February, it’s a good time to check out the Springfield-Greene County African American Heritage Trail. The trail winds its way throughout neighborhoods in midtown and downtown Springfield. It marks several sites highlighting formerly unrecognized contributions made by people of African descent to the history of the community. One of the trail … [Read more...] about Explore a trail to the past

Filed Under: Faculty News, Headlines Tagged With: College of Humanities and Public Affairs, Diversity, faculty, Faculty and Staff Page, Headlines, lyle foster, missouri state journal, research, sociology and anthropology

Anthropological studies across the world contribute to understanding at home

December 7, 2021 by Strategic Communication

Happiness, respect and safety: These among our core human needs and desires that cannot be purchased. Dr. Erin Kenny, a cultural anthropologist at Missouri State University, specializes in economic anthropology. In her career, she has focused on a few different African nations and cultures. It began in Mali during her Peace Corps years, where she forged relationships that … [Read more...] about Anthropological studies across the world contribute to understanding at home

Filed Under: Faculty News Tagged With: Anthropology, College of Humanities and Public Affairs, Discovery, Erin Kenny, faculty, Faculty and Staff Page, missouri state journal, research

Make room for all during the holidays

December 6, 2021 by

If peace on Earth and goodwill toward men is the goal this holiday season, Missouri State University’s Dr. John Schmalzbauer believes it starts with displaying tolerance, acceptance and inclusion. That includes recognizing holidays and holy days from a variety of faiths and cultures, Schmalzbauer said. It also means understanding how diversity helped form many American … [Read more...] about Make room for all during the holidays

Filed Under: Faculty News Tagged With: College of Humanities and Public Affairs, Discovery, faculty, Faculty and Staff Page, John Schmalzbauer, religious studies, research

What can you do with an anthropology degree?

November 11, 2021 by

What’s anthropology? What skills will you gain by studying it? What types of career options are available to those with an anthropology degree? Dr. Elizabeth Sobel, professor of anthropology at Missouri State University, answers these questions and more on The Muse.       … [Read more...] about What can you do with an anthropology degree?

Filed Under: Faculty News Tagged With: Anthropology, College of Humanities and Public Affairs, Elizabeth Sobel, faculty, Faculty and Staff Page, In the News

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