Spring is a perfect time to get outside and garden. But can gardening make an impact on our community? With the support of Missouri State University and the community, Springfield Community Gardens is working to ensure everyone in the Springfield, MO area has access to fresh food. No matter your background or experience in gardening, you can join their mission. Anneliese Kerr, … [Read more...] about Gardening with a purpose
The public affairs mission challenges the Missouri State University community to use its knowledge and skills to better the world. For 11 years, the Board of Governors has recognized faculty and staff members who model the public affairs mission in their academic and on-campus work. This year, Missouri State recognizes three faculty members and three staff members with the … [Read more...] about Board honors faculty, staff members with Excellence in Public Affairs award
Joe Montana Four-time Superbowl-winning quarterback Joe Montana will visit Missouri State University this fall. He will be the 2023 Public Affairs Conference keynote speaker. The conversation will take place at 7 p.m. Sept. 26 at Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts. The keynote event kicks off the conference, scheduled Sept. 26-28. The theme is “Navigating the Now: … [Read more...] about Legendary NFL quarterback Joe Montana headlines fall 2023 Public Affairs Conference
Engagement in campus democracy is important, especially to Zion Riffe-Stevens. Zion Riffe-Stevens A Missouri State University student and graduate assistant for Paws to the Polls, Riffe-Stevens commits his time and effort toward encouraging people to use their voices and vote. Paws to the Polls is a nonpartisan initiative to increase voter turnout and engagement on campus. His … [Read more...] about Empowering MSU to engage students in democracy
Missouri State University’s Citizen Scholars aim to educate and build up new leaders. Protect and serve our country. Advocate for and improve their communities. Amplify the voices of the next generation. Today, Missouri State’s Board of Governors awarded six students with the Citizen Scholar award. The award is given to students who embody the university’s public affairs … [Read more...] about Citizen Scholars plan to impact their communities and beyond