Question: What do an actor and a Yale professor have in common? Answer: The fight for mental health awareness. On May 1, Missouri State University will welcome Sean Astin, actor, and Dr. Nance Roy, professor at Yale University and chief clinical officer for The Jed Foundation, to the 2019 Impact Summit. What is the Impact Summit? The Impact Summit is a day-long conference to … [Read more...] about 2019 Impact Summit welcomes nationally known speakers
The theme of this year’s Black History Month celebration at Missouri State University is “Shades of Blackness.” The university invites the campus and larger community to participate in events that do not only focus on Western culture’s perception of blackness, but are inclusive to all who identify as black. “It’s important that we continue to learn about the history, as … [Read more...] about University community observe Black History Month
When the opportunity to serve others arrived, these students acted. The Missouri State University Board of Governors acknowledged six students with the Citizen Scholar Award Thursday (Dec. 13). The award honors students who exemplify academic success and the university’s public affairs mission. “These young leaders are making their communities better,” said Carrie Tergin, board … [Read more...] about Creating a kinder world: Citizen Scholars radiate service
In past years, Native and Indigenous Heritage Month at Missouri State University was called “Native American Heritage Month.” Missouri State changed it this year to incorporate tribes and nations outside of Native Americans and celebrate the groups more holistically. Events scheduled in November will highlight communities and histories that are not usually included in … [Read more...] about University celebrates Native and Indigenous Heritage Month
Fredi Lajvardi has inspired many worldwide with his story of hope and perseverance with disadvantaged students. He’s bringing his story to the Public Affairs Convocation at Missouri State University on Nov. 5. Underwater dreams In 2004, Lajvardi led an underprivileged high school robotics team to a national competition. There, they beat the top-ranked Massachusetts Institute of … [Read more...] about Inspiring teacher to headline Public Affairs Convocation