I’ve probably said “We used to have this event, but we can’t now because of COVID” a thousand times since March 2020. So many things canceled, postponed and changed. It’s been hard for us. We are always on the go, having lots of events in a single day, lots of choices, but now, it’s different. We are having to think outside the box in order to find a new normal. Let’s … [Read more...] about What you can do…Living your Life in a COVID-19 World
University Ambassadors are a diverse group of high-achieving students that promote a positive image of Missouri State through campus tours, large recruitment events, and other university-related activities. Involvement in University Ambassadors requires that members are full-time students with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 each semester, are eligible for employment by the … [Read more...] about Leadership Opportunity – Apply to be a University Ambassador
Students might finish the Fall 2020 semester as they complete their last final exam, but there is more to do before moving on to Spring 2021. Here’s an Academic Advisor’s perspective on successfully finishing Fall 2020 and getting a head start on Spring 2021 success. Students should: Meet with their assigned Academic Advisor to discuss classes for Spring 2021 – this … [Read more...] about An Academic Advisor’s List: 10 Things Students Should do as they Wrap up Fall 2020
Exams, quizzes, term papers, and presentations are all common forms of mid-semester course assessment. Mid-semester can be a challenging time for all students, particularly for first-generation students, as they may not be as familiar with follow up strategies to improve in a course if they are struggling. By this point in the semester, students may have taken one to two … [Read more...] about It’s After Midterms—Now What? – Strategies for First-Generation College Student Success
Take a moment to get to know Anna Pellegrini, 2020-2021 Orientation Assistant. Tell us about yourself. Hello! My name is Anna Pellegrini, and I am a senior from Chicago, IL. I am majoring in Organizational Communication with minors in Psychology and Leadership. I am hoping to attend grad school in fall 2021 and start a master's degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education. … [Read more...] about Student Spotlight – Anna Pellegrini, 2020-2021 Orientation Assistant