With a focus on public affairs and diversity, Missouri State University has become a member of the Age-Friendly University (AFU) Global Network. The network includes colleges and universities around the world that have: Endorsed the 10 AFU principles. This includes involving older adults in educational programs and research; promoting and supporting second career and personal … [Read more...] about Meeting the needs of students of all ages, including older adults
Dr. Barri Tinkler will begin as interim dean of the College of Education (COE) on Jan. 3, 2021. She replaces Dr. David Hough, who plans to retire Feb. 1, 2021. Tinkler is currently associate dean of the College of Education, and at the same time has served as interim department head for counseling, leadership and special education since May 2020. “Dr. Tinkler will bring a … [Read more...] about College of Education names interim dean
Recruiting women to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields is a national issue. Once women enter these fields, they face more hurdles and obstacles. A group from Missouri State University recently received a grant to study and promote gender equity in STEM fields. The grant is one of six National Science Foundation (NSF) ADVANCE Catalyst awards given … [Read more...] about Missouri State receives National Science Foundation grant to promote gender equity
Since 2012, Missouri State University has launched two doctoral programs. This effort has not gone unnoticed. Recently, Missouri State received a higher level of classification in the 2018 edition of the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The university moved up from the “master’s colleges and universities” classification to the newly added … [Read more...] about A Carnegie Classification upgrade
One of Missouri State University’s fastest growing colleges will soon be under new leadership. Dr. Letitia White-Minnis will begin as interim dean of the McQueary College of Health and Human Services on Jan. 1. She replaces Dr. Helen Reid, who plans to retire Feb. 1 after serving as dean for 10 years. White-Minnis is currently the associate dean of academic programs for the … [Read more...] about McQueary College of Health, Human Services names interim dean