Missouri State University will celebrate the inauguration of its 12th president, Dr. Richard B. Williams at 4 p.m. Oct. 17. This is the university’s first inauguration since the 1993 inauguration of former president Dr. John Keiser. Free and open to the public, the event will take place in Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts. “As we mark a new chapter in the proud … [Read more...] about Come to the inauguration of Missouri State’s 12th president
Missouri State University in Springfield set a new enrollment record this fall with 25,038 students enrolled on census day, Sept. 23. The Missouri State system, which also includes Missouri State University-West Plains, also set a new record with 26,874 enrolled at the two campuses. The Springfield campus had a 3.3% increase in first-time students and a 4% increase in … [Read more...] about Missouri State University sets new enrollment records
Missouri State University invites guests to enjoy an inclusive evening of classical music at its sensory-friendly University Symphony Concert Sept. 22. Free and open to the public, the event is from 3:30-5 p.m. in Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts. It is sponsored by MSU’s music department in partnership with Project Access and Burrell Behavioral Health Autism … [Read more...] about Experience music your way
Missouri State University is beginning work on a new 2025-30 Strategic Plan. The planning process will gather input from employees and students, as well as external stakeholders, from alumni to donors to local businesses and legislators. “This new plan will define Missouri State’s priorities, goals and objectives, and move the university forward,” said President Dr. Richard … [Read more...] about Work begins on a new Missouri State strategic plan
Three years ago, the MSU Care Clinic saw an average of 330 patients a month. Today, that number is closer to 85. Beginning Sept. 3, the clinic will make a change that will restore its ability to care for as many underserved patients as possible. The steep drop in patients is the result of Missouri’s expansion of Medicaid. “We saw that expansion happen during the pandemic, and … [Read more...] about MSU Care Clinic expands coverage