Jerry Hoover arrived at Missouri State University in 1985. He served as the director of bands for 31 years until he retired in 2016. He directly oversaw the expansion of the band program as it grew into the respected program it is now. He supervised 18 separate student bands, personally directed the Pride Marching Band and oversaw growth in facilities. He also brought … [Read more...] about Award of Appreciation: Jerry Hoover
If there’s one thing Aaren (Williamson) Muex knows how to do, it’s coordinate large-scale projects and events. She coordinated computer networks for her first corporate jobs after college, and now coordinates weddings and special events through her own business, Divine Events. And alumni may see some of her special touch at Homecoming this year: She’s helping coordinate … [Read more...] about Professional event planner invites you to Homecoming
Pride Band alumni, return to Springfield to reconnect with bandmates and take the field at Plaster Stadium once more during the Pride Band Reunion Sept. 11-12. Special message from Jerry Hoover Heels: Together! Toes: Apart! Jerry Hoover has a message for alumni returning for the Pride Band Reunion: https://youtu.be/lpO1HIRUxLM Reunion festivities Don’t miss this memorable … [Read more...] about A special message for Pride Band alumni
When they were students, William and Stefanie’s school spirit ran deep. William was on the Missouri State cheer squad, and Stefanie was a drum major for the Pride Band. It was their love for Missouri State — and some mutual friends — that brought the couple together. “As a member of the cheer squad and a member of the Pride Band, we used football and basketball games as our … [Read more...] about Stefanie and William Buscher: School-spirited soulmates
Elementary music teacher Veronica Baker Hatton, '98, was motivated to teach her students about patriotism following the events of Sept. 11, 2001. To commemorate Veterans Day that year, Hatton organized a concert to honor veterans in St. Charles, Mo., where she teaches at Harris Elementary School. “Each year since 2001, we have put on a Veterans Day assembly,” Hatton said. … [Read more...] about Veronica Baker Hatton