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Preparing for the Fall Semester: First-Generation Students’ Strategies for Success

July 8, 2021 by Priscilla Childress

As you think ahead to the fall semester, which is quickly approaching, you might find it helpful to start familiarizing yourself with Missouri State’s website and campus (if your schedule permits). Below are a few suggestions: Become familiar with Missouri State. If your schedule permits, spend a couple of hours on campus.  Missouri State will become your new home … [Read more...] about Preparing for the Fall Semester: First-Generation Students’ Strategies for Success

Filed Under: 2021, academics, college life, first generation student

Michael Chapman – Five Reasons Why My Involvement in Student Government Changed My Life

April 30, 2021 by Priscilla Childress

Michael Chapman - Student Body President

A large part of my elementary, middle school, and college experience centered around being involved in some sort of Student Government. Whether it was Student Council or Student Government Association, I have always had a passion for utilizing my voice to create impactful change wherever I go. This past year, I have served on the Student Government Association cabinet as the … [Read more...] about Michael Chapman – Five Reasons Why My Involvement in Student Government Changed My Life

Filed Under: 2021, college life, leadership, SGA, Student Affairs Tagged With: Student Affairs, Student Government Association

Spotlight on Dr. Jerri Arnold-Cook – Career Resources Specialist

April 30, 2021 by Priscilla Childress

Dr. Jerri Arnold-Cook

I met with Dr. Jerri Arnold-Cook, a Career Resources Specialist (CRC) at the Career Center here at Missouri State University. Whether you have dedicated yourself to a stringent 5-year plan or you’ve been living by a sticky note with your finals schedule on it, Dr. Arnold Cook and the Career Resources Specialists are here to help and talk through your future! Dr. … [Read more...] about Spotlight on Dr. Jerri Arnold-Cook – Career Resources Specialist

Filed Under: 2021, academics, career center, college life Tagged With: career center

Spotlight on Dr. Tara Benson – Associate Director of the Plaster Student Union and Director of the Office of Student Engagement

April 22, 2021 by Priscilla Childress

Dr. Tara Benson

This week, I got to meet with Dr. Tara Benson, Associate Director of the Plaster Student Union and the Director of the Office of Student Engagement, to discuss her responsibilities and how she has managed to adjust to Covid this year. Our meeting took place over Zoom, and we quickly began to discuss how she manages to balance both of her positions and what those … [Read more...] about Spotlight on Dr. Tara Benson – Associate Director of the Plaster Student Union and Director of the Office of Student Engagement

Filed Under: 2021, college life, involvement, Plaster Student Union, Student Affairs Tagged With: Office of Student Engagement, On campus involvement, Plaster Student Union

Bears’ Tales a New Series for Students at MSU

April 16, 2021 by Priscilla Childress

Bears' Tales for our new students

My name is Logan Elliott, and I am a second-year graduate student pursuing a Master’s Degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education. I am writing this blog to talk about a new series being put on at Missouri State University through the Office of Orientation & Transition Programs. This series is completely virtual so you can get involved from right where you are! Bears' … [Read more...] about Bears’ Tales a New Series for Students at MSU

Filed Under: 2021, college life, SOAR, Uncategorized Tagged With: Bears' Tales

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