The Chinese New Year this year kicks off Feb. 5. While it may still be the middle of winter in Springfield, the Year of the Pig is coming to commemorate the beginning of spring. Missouri State University has an array of on-campus events planned to celebrate the 15-day festival with students and community members. “Chinese New Year is one of the most important … [Read more...] about The Bears celebrate the Year of the Pig
In past years, Native and Indigenous Heritage Month at Missouri State University was called “Native American Heritage Month.” Missouri State changed it this year to incorporate tribes and nations outside of Native Americans and celebrate the groups more holistically. Events scheduled in November will highlight communities and histories that are not usually included in … [Read more...] about University celebrates Native and Indigenous Heritage Month
Fredi Lajvardi has inspired many worldwide with his story of hope and perseverance with disadvantaged students. He’s bringing his story to the Public Affairs Convocation at Missouri State University on Nov. 5. Underwater dreams In 2004, Lajvardi led an underprivileged high school robotics team to a national competition. There, they beat the top-ranked Massachusetts Institute of … [Read more...] about Inspiring teacher to headline Public Affairs Convocation
While staying silent can be easy, opening dialogue creates a more inclusive community and world. It is worth “shattering the silence.” Developed in 2013, the Shattering the Silences series at Missouri State University facilitates healthy and informative discussions about diversity. Two upcoming discussions will cover language surrounding people with disabilities and the … [Read more...] about University program aims to create dialogue and shatter the silence
Missouri State University will help the community face racism head-on. The Facing Racism Institute, hosted by the division for diversity and inclusion, is a two-day workshop for community members. Its goal is to uncover racism and understand its impact. The upcoming event is from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 4-5 in the Adolos building across from Carrington Hall on … [Read more...] about Join the fight against racism