Douglas Sampson is the busiest he has been in 25 years working at Missouri State University. The University architect, who is also the director of planning, design and construction, doesn’t expect the pace to slow any time soon. “New construction and renovation have really picked up in the past two to five years,” he said, since campus leaders and deans have expressed … [Read more...] about Phenomenal, powerful, perceptible progress
More than 100 students packed into the Craig Hall Balcony Theatre on Sept. 18, 2015, to participate in a question-and-answer session with alumni Tess Harper and Jack Laufer. The professional actors offered advice on preparing for parts, leveraging talents in a competitive industry and making peace with the turbulence of a career in acting. Harper, an Academy Award … [Read more...] about Tenacity and talent
As he approached the podium at the New Student Convocation, it was easy to tell Kyle Dean Massey, '04, is no stranger to the stage. From his performances on Broadway to his roles in movies and television — most recently as Kevin Bicks on ABC’s musical drama “Nashville” — he’s a veteran when it comes to facing down cameras and crowds. At the Aug. 16 convocation, Massey … [Read more...] about ‘Nashville’ actor, alumnus gives message to newest Bears
Among his personal career highlights: Serving as Springfield mayor from 1995 to 2001, a time of downtown revitalization. He ran the city when new places, such as the Jordan Valley Ice Park, came to life, and older sites — including the Gillioz and the Landers theaters — were renovated. But his greatest achievement, he said, was also one of the most controversial issues of … [Read more...] about Former mayor still goes to work every day
Roller is an integral part of Kauffman Stadium. For four seasons she has been the official in-game emcee for the Royals, which means she is the face and voice associated with the game-day experience. She pumps up the crowd, runs promotions and contests, chooses people to participate in activities and more. She works at all 80-plus home games. “I was part of the All-Star … [Read more...] about 2010 spotlight: Music alumna served as emcee for Royals during World Series