Without trying to be a historical document, novels can reflect the author’s worldview, values and beliefs – either overtly or in between the lines. Dr. Erin Kappeler, assistant professor of English at Missouri State University, talks about using literature as a lens into the past, present and future. “Literature is such a great way to understand more about … [Read more...] about Using literature as a lens into the past
Mohammed Al-Hadhrami’s family is building a Bears tradition. Two of his nephews are the first-ever second-generation students to enter Missouri State’s English Language Institute, or ELI. "We were debating where in the U.S. to take these guys to learn English and go to school,” Al-Hadhrami said. “We did some research into other schools. But I said, ‘We know this place, and … [Read more...] about D.C.-based diplomat helps nephews settle in at Missouri State