Welcome back to Chit-Chat with Carter! Today, I want to talk about the local coffee spots here in Springfield. If you’re like me, it’s likely you’ve wanted coffee in the morning and checked out the nearby Starbucks and 7 Brew, but today I want to introduce some other local shops that have become my favorites. As a student, I’ve made a list of coffee shops that have plenty … [Read more...] about Chit-Chat with Carter: Getting Your Caffeine Fix
The Duane G. Meyer Library at Missouri State University is more than just a collection of books. It is a place where curiosity grows, ideas develop, and knowledge leads to new opportunities. Whether you want a quiet spot to reflect on or resources to help with research, the library offers an environment where learning goes beyond the classroom. Here, you can pause, explore, ask … [Read more...] about The Bear Compass – Where Knowledge Meets Possibility – Julian Momanyi
Hello! My name is Carter Houdeshell, and I am the Family Assistant for Family Programs this year. Welcome to Chit-Chat with Carter! Chit-Chat with Carter is my blog where I’ll highlight various aspects of the Missouri State University campus, share my experiences as a student, and offer tips on how to be the best Mo State Bear you can be. Today I want to talk about … [Read more...] about Chit-Chat with Carter – Locking in on Midterm Success
Take a moment to get to know Walter Reyes, the Mo State Student Body President. Tell us about yourself. My name is Walter Reyes, and I am from Carthage, Missouri, and that is where most of my family is at! I have an older sister, and she has given me the opportunity to be an uncle to two incredible young men I get to call my nephews! For hobbies, I love music of all sorts! … [Read more...] about Meet Walter Reyes – Student Body President
Take a moment to get to know Carter Houdeshell, the 2026-2027 Family Assistant for Family Programs! Tell us about yourself. Hi! My name is Carter Houdeshell. I am from St. Charles, Missouri, and I’m a sophomore majoring in Marketing with a minor in Strategic Communications. I have a brother and a sister, and two small dogs that keep me entertained when I visit home. In my … [Read more...] about Meet Carter Houdeshell – 2026-2027 Family Assistant for Family Programs