College is an amazing time. You really find yourself, and it allows you to discover things that you may not have found otherwise. It is a time of transition, and you’ll find yourself changing quite a bit during your time there. It can come with its own fair share of challenges, however. It isn’t always easy. That’s why it is so important to know the resources that you have … [Read more...] about Parker’s Post – How to Practice Self-Care as a Bear
Returning Students - It's that time to be thinking about next year's plans. If your student hasn't already signed up to live with us again, now is the time to reapply. Our application process is open and students can fill out a housing application by going to their My.MissouriState.edu and selecting ‘Complete Application’ in the housing channel. If your student is exploring … [Read more...] about January 2020 – Important Housing Updates
One of Missouri State's pillars of public affairs is Cultural Competence, the goal of which "Students will recognize and respect multiple perspectives and cultures." This holiday season, try to recognize the multitude of holidays that are celebrated by your neighbors. It is not only Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. Other holidays celebrated during this time of year … [Read more...] about Consider this…Holiday Festivals and Cultural Competence
My name is Logan Elliott, and I am a graduate student at Missouri State University in the Student Affairs in Higher Education program. I am a Graduate Assistant in the office of New Student and Family Programs and am loving my experience at Missouri State University thus far. As I have reflected on the first couple of months of my graduate program, I have thought back to my … [Read more...] about My Transition to College without my Twin Brother
As your students go off to college they are faced with real-world problems and issues which causes for extra support from their family members at home. For some students, this may be their first time away from home and are having a hard time adjusting to a new environment and for others may struggle with the fast pace day-to-day life of a college student. I know some family … [Read more...] about Talks with Trenell – Supporting Your Student While They’re in College (Mentally, Physically and Emotionally)