At its spring 2024 commencement on May 10, Missouri State University will award an honorary bachelor’s degree to David Trottier. The university’s Board of Governors approved the nomination on Dec. 14, 2023, following recommendations from the Faculty Senate. “The thing that impressed me, and, I believe, the rest of the selection committee the most was the sheer number of years … [Read more...] about MSU selects David Trottier to receive honorary bachelor’s degree
In honor of Gabe Gore’s support of Missouri State and exceptional contributions through public service, the university will award him the 2023 Government Excellence Award. As voted by the Board of Governors, Gore will receive the award at the fall 2023 commencement ceremony on Dec. 15. About Gore Gore has a long history of government service. He’s served as the assistant … [Read more...] about Gabe Gore awarded the Government Excellence Award
It’s time for alumni and friends to embark on a journey of nostalgia and celebration as Missouri State University hosts this year’s Homecoming Oct. 20-22. “This is a wonderful opportunity for alumni to return to campus to celebrate and see how Missouri State has evolved,” Greg Fansler, MSU executive director of engagement and alumni relations, said. “The Alumni Association … [Read more...] about MSU Bears ready to celebrate Homecoming
Missouri State University in Springfield set several enrollment records this fall. The freshmen class at Missouri State saw the biggest fall-to-fall increase in history. Total freshmen enrollment is 2,782, up 504 students or 22.1%. The university also set a new enrollment record for graduate students, with 4,295 enrolled, up 71 students or 1.7%. Fall enrollment on the … [Read more...] about Missouri State University sets multiple fall enrollment records
Missouri State University’s 20th annual Public Affairs Conference will reflect on tradition, celebrate innovation and explore a variety of ways to both embrace change and to exercise strength in the face of struggle. “Navigating the Now: tradition, innovation and wisdom in a world of change” is the theme for the 2023 conference. It will be a mix of in-person and live-streamed … [Read more...] about 20th annual Public Affairs Conference seeks to ‘Navigate the Now’