They live out Missouri State University’s public affairs mission in their work and personal lives. Missouri State University recognized three staff members and three faculty members for their efforts with the 2020 Board of Governors’ Award for Excellence in Public Affairs. Each winner receives a $1,500 grant for travel and/or projects related to their public affairs … [Read more...] about Recognized for their commitment to public affairs
Missouri State University’s 17th annual Public Affairs Conference explores the importance of listening to others and using your own voice to express yourself and advocate for others. “The Power of Voice” is the theme for the 2020 conference from Sept. 29–Oct. 1. The conference is a live virtual event and includes: A kick-off event with an in-person option. 20 panel … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Conference goes virtual
Missouri State University has once again received the Community Engagement Classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. This recognition is an elective designation that indicates institutional commitment to community engagement. Missouri State is one of 359 U.S. colleges and universities to hold this designation, and one of 119 institutions to … [Read more...] about Missouri State reclassified as a Carnegie ‘Community-Engaged University’
Missouri State University will host the third annual Impact Summit, a mental health conference, on April 29. “The Impact Summit is an informative and important event for Missouri State students and community members,” said Priscilla Childress, director of family programs and student affairs special events. “We want to encourage a culture on campus that openly discusses, combats … [Read more...] about Impact Summit returns to campus April 29
They want to bring gender equality to the world. Improve the lives of children. Teach the next generation of leaders. Use food to help people live better lives. These Missouri State University students have different dreams, but they share one thing in common: A dedication to serve others. The university’s Board of Governors acknowledged six students with the Citizen … [Read more...] about A common thread: Citizen Scholars bring light to service