According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, more than 90 percent of sexual assault victims on college campuses do not report the assault. Campuses across the country are making efforts to combat the presence of sexual violence. In November 2017, Missouri State University received a grant from the United States Department of Justice to create a program aimed at … [Read more...] about Preventing sexual crimes on campuses
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
The McQueary College of Health and Human Services (MCHHS) at Missouri State University will host a Multidisciplinary Forum on Nov. 8. It will provide healthcare professionals and students strategies to inspire their clients to adhere to treatment plans that will improve patient health. The forum’s theme, “Helping Clients … Stick to it: Learn how to inspire adherences in your … [Read more...] about Forum highlights ways to better help clients
While staying silent can be easy, opening dialogue creates a more inclusive community and world. It is worth “shattering the silence.” Developed in 2013, the Shattering the Silences series at Missouri State University facilitates healthy and informative discussions about diversity. Two upcoming discussions will cover language surrounding people with disabilities and the … [Read more...] about University program aims to create dialogue and shatter the silence
It’s a way to say “Thank you.” Missouri State University will honor U.S. military veterans with a series of Veterans Day campus events in early November. Featured events Nov. 4 “A Musical Salute to Veterans” concert, 4 p.m., Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts The university bands will perform a selection of patriotic music. Football Bears head coach Dave Steckel, … [Read more...] about Commending sacrifice