Driven by the legacy and inspiration of Judith Enyeart Reynolds, Missouri State University is empowered to dream bigger together and expand its destination campus for the arts, social sciences and humanities. An eight-figure gift from the C.W. Titus Foundation will support construction of a state-of-the-art facility named in honor of Judith Enyeart Reynolds designed to enhance … [Read more...] about Largest one-time gift in Missouri State history inspires new ‘front porch’ to campus
About 70% of Missouri’s schools identify as rural, but there is no state-supported office or university-based center focused on rural school needs – until now. Missouri State University will open its new Center for Rural Education June 9. Housed in the College of Education, the center will serve as a hub to organize and promote rural school outreach and partnerships. Dr. Diana … [Read more...] about Serving and supporting Missouri’s rural schools
Missouri State University will confer 2,901 degrees to students at its spring 2023 commencement. Ceremonies will be held at 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. May 19 at Great Southern Bank Arena. First ceremony The first ceremony will recognize students graduating from: College of Humanities and Public Affairs. McQueary College of Health and Human Services. Katie Towns, … [Read more...] about Missouri State to award 2,901 degrees during spring commencement
Dr. Melissa Bledsoe will lead Missouri State University’s Darr College of Agriculture as interim dean beginning July 1, 2023. She replaces the current interim dean Dr. Ken Brown, who has accepted the chief academic strategy officer position in the provost’s office. Bledsoe is currently the college’s interim associate dean. “Dr. Bledsoe is a respected faculty member who exhibits … [Read more...] about Darr College of Agriculture names new interim dean
Each year, the Missouri State University Alumni Association honors a group of distinguished alumni, former faculty and staff and volunteers in an awards ceremony recognizing their exceptional achievements. Their leadership roles and impact on their communities are among the hallmarks of these alumni and friends from around the globe. The 2023 Bears of Distinction Dinner and … [Read more...] about Missouri State honors outstanding alumni