In 2015, the first Ursa Experience - Maroon & White Overnight Program at Missouri State launched. 2020 threw us a curve ball but we're back, stronger than ever, for the sixth Ursa Experience in 2021. Each year, Ursa is more exciting, more fun, and life changing. Yes, life changing for the new Bears that attend Ursa! Abby Falgout, a 2018 Ursa Experience attendee and a … [Read more...] about The Ursa Experience – A High-Impact, Life Changing Program for Our First-Time-in-College and Transfer Students
Exciting things are happening at MO State Lead this fall, but there is one program in particular we are thrilled to begin next Spring. Distinction of Public Affairs is our feature program for juniors and seniors to get more engaged with the Missouri State Public Affairs Mission. Through interactive and immersive activities, students will try to develop ways to meet the … [Read more...] about Distinction in Public Affairs Application Available
For most college students, the first year is a total rush. New place, new space, new friends, new freedom. It goes by in a flash — one long strobe light effect. After the adrenaline of year one, there are very few welcome-back parties for sophomores. Roommates are new. Neighbors have changed. Three more years stretch out ahead; it’s time to get serious. Some students enter … [Read more...] about A 4-part plan for second year success
If the second year in college centers on reflection and decision-making, the third year is one of purpose and preparation. Students have had two years of discovery and growth and many opportunities to sample ideas and academic disciplines. They know their campus and its resources and have formed deep friendships. They are juniors. Now the second half of their college … [Read more...] about Junior year in college — Make it great
Being a U.S. Army Officer is one of the most highly respected and competitive careers in our country today. However, it is one that is achieved and accomplished by less than .01% of our population. Coach Lou Holtz, General Colin Powell, Sam Walton, Justice Samuel Alito and many others have jump-started their civilian careers by becoming an Army Officer through the U.S. Army … [Read more...] about Not For Everyone – Just the Leaders of Tomorrow