Bears L.E.A.D (Leadership, Empowerment, Achievement, and Diversity) is an initiative created out of Missouri State University’s commitment to providing a welcoming environment for all students. This program serves to immerse underrepresented and first-generation students into the college experience while enhancing their academic success. This year-long program is designed for … [Read more...] about Bears L.E.A.D. and TRIO – Two Life-Changing Programs
Tell us about yourself. Hi! My name is Ijeoma Okorie, and I’m from Louisville, KY. I graduated with my Bachelors of Arts in Psychology in 2017. In August, I’ll be a second year Masters Student in the Higher Education Administration program at the University of Louisville. Hopefully, post-graduation, I’ll be able to obtain a position at a college or university working with … [Read more...] about Spotlight on Ijeoma Okorie – New Student and Family Programs Intern
Tell us about yourself. Where are you from? What did you major in? Do you have siblings? My name is Matthew Call. I am originally from Springfield, Missouri. I graduated from Glendale High School in 2013 and enrolled at Missouri State in the Fall of that year. I originally wanted to pursue a Medical route at Missouri State, but found myself fascinated with business after … [Read more...] about Spotlight on 2nd LT Matthew Call: Missouri State Graduate and United States Army Officer
Is your student interested in learning more about Fraternity & Sorority Life at Missouri State? Here is information on how to register: For Panhellenic Recruitment: Panhellenic recruitment offers an opportunity to meet chapter members while learning about each sorority. Participating in the recruitment process does not require a person to join a chapter, but enables her … [Read more...] about Learn more about Fraternity & Sorority Life
With the school year coming to a close, it is important to remember that cultural competence does not end once you leave Missouri State. There are many historical and cultural events that take place during the summer which means our passions for diversity and inclusion do not need to come to complete stop until August. For example, one historical day that takes place during the … [Read more...] about Consider this…Cultural Competence does not end once you leave Missouri State!