According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), more than 75 percent of all mental health conditions begin before age 24. That’s one reason why college is such a risky time for students’ mental health. To shine a light on this issue, Missouri State University will host its first ever Impact Summit: College Student Mental Health Conference on campus this spring. It … [Read more...]
Most restaurants have a specialty item they are known for. At Missouri State University’s Carrie’s Café, that item is the Moroccan Roll. Based off a Greek dish called spanakopita, the Moroccan Roll was created when Carrie’s Café first opened 20 years ago. “It’s a mixture of spinach and cheese served in a phyllo pastry. We’ve modified it a bit so it’s more of a handheld pastry … [Read more...]
The topic of racism will take center stage at Missouri State University’s Collaborative Diversity Conference this year. Themed “Facing Racism in 2018 and Beyond: A Changing Dynamic,” the conference will take place from April 25-27 in the Plaster Student Union on campus. Wes Pratt, chief diversity officer and assistant to the president at MSU, offers more information about the … [Read more...]
Asian culture embodies much more than traditional foods of Asian nations, and Asian Heritage Month seeks to celebrate that. Asian Heritage Month brings together cultures from across Asia to highlight the important contributions these groups have made to the United States. Events for the month include discussions, talks and an Art Walk exhibit. “More than just a celebration of … [Read more...]
Sustainability – that’s the focus of Missouri State University’s spring 2018 Public Affairs Conference. Free and open to the public, the conference will take place April 10-12 on campus. Presenters will share their views on the theme of “Sustainability in Practice: Consensus and Consequences.” Joining me today to talk about the conference are Dr. Michael Burton, MSU professor … [Read more...]