Missouri State University’s 19th annual Public Affairs Conference explores turning words into actions to build collaborative communities. “From Words to Deeds: Creating Collaborative Communities” is the theme for the 2022 conference. It will be a mix of in-person and live-streamed events Sept. 20-22. “This year’s Public Affairs Conference is based on the premise that … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Conference seeks to create collaborative communities
When students arrive on the Missouri State University campus for move-in this August, about 400 of them will live in a highly anticipated, brand-new residence hall at 811 S. Holland Ave. Today, the Missouri State University Foundation announced the property’s name: Heitz House. The university closed on the property, taking full ownership from Bryan Student Housing LLC, on … [Read more...] about Welcome to Heitz House: Missouri State announces new residence hall name
The Missouri State University community mourns the loss of long-time supporter and friend Kenneth E. Meyer, who died July 17 at the age of 94. “Ken Meyer was an icon in Springfield,” Missouri State President Clif Smart said. “He started as a Missouri State student and grew a radio empire in the area. He always supported his alma mater.” Meyer graduated from Missouri State in … [Read more...] about Missouri State remembers supporter and friend Kenneth E. Meyer
The Missouri State University Foundation continues its record-breaking tradition, this year to the tune of $32 million. “Our supporters have seen how the needs continue to grow, and they have blown us away with their generosity yet again,” said Brent Dunn, executive director of the Missouri State University Foundation. In Fiscal Year 2022 (July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022), nearly … [Read more...] about Foundation gifts surpass $32 million in record-breaking year
Award-winning actress, New York Times bestselling author and activist Marlee Matlin will visit Missouri State University this fall. She will be the 2022 Public Affairs Conference keynote speaker. Her speech will take place 7 p.m. Sept. 20 at Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts. The keynote event kicks off the conference, scheduled Sept. 20-22. The theme is … [Read more...] about Oscar-winning actress Marlee Matlin headlines fall 2022 Public Affairs Conference