Contrary to popular belief, Mexican Independence Day does not fall on May 5th. While Mexico won a battle that day, it did not win its independence. That wouldn’t happen until September 16th, 1810, which is the nation’s actual birthday. The celebration starts on the night of September 15th, when the current president gives “El Grito de Dolores” at 11 p.m. And of course, the day … [Read more...] about Consider this…Mexican Independence Day, September 16th
Take a moment to meet Kayla Andres, the New Student & Family Program new student employee! We are excited to have Kayla on our team! Be on the look-out for her bi-weekly blog. Tell us about yourself. Hello! My name is Kayla Andres. I’m from Montgomery City, MO. I am a first generation student and a transfer student as well. For the last two years, I attended school at … [Read more...] about New Student & Family Programs Spotlight – Kayla Andres
Labor Day Weekend has passed and Missouri State is full of students again. Labor Day Weekend typically is when most students go home for the first time since coming to college. It is a nice break for us students from our responsibilities here in Springfield. It is always good for us to go home and catch up with our family and friends and spend some quality time with … [Read more...] about Seth Says…Visit Missouri State during Family Weekend
Take a moment to get to know Grace Walker, one of two 2018-2019 student orientation specialists in the Office of New Student & Family Programs. Tell us about yourself. Major, hometown, future goals, etc. My name is Grace Walker and I am a senior from Saint Louis, Missouri! For those who automatically think, ‘what high school?’ I am a proud graduate of Marquette High … [Read more...] about Meet Grace Walker – Student Orientation Assistant
Parent & Family Programs is excited to welcome Seth Templeman to the Family team! Seth will be working on our family events, blog, family orientation plus much more. Take a moment to get to know him! Tell us about yourself.Major, hometown, future goals, etc. My name is Seth Templeman, and I am from Lee’s Summit, Missouri. I am a Business Administration major with a … [Read more...] about Meet the 2018-2019 Family Assistant – Seth Templeman