Eleven years of Ursa! How fun it's been! I've worked at Missouri State for 12 years now, and Ursa is one of my favorite programs I work with throughout the year. It's not just a program to me...it's a labor of love because the students that attend, and the current students that facilitate the program, enjoy it so much, learn so much and start the year off confident! I … [Read more...] about The Ursa Experience – Don’t Miss this Great Experience – Here’s What the Experts Say!
Thanks for asking this question. As we know, beginning college is an exciting adventure. However, our new Bears will have questions like, “How will I meet new people?” or “How will I learn more about campus?” and these questions can provoke a lot of anxiety. Missouri State University’s incoming class will have these same feelings when they arrive on campus in August. How can … [Read more...] about Ask Priscilla! Why should my new Bear attend the Ursa Experience?
Starting college is an exciting time — and a big transition for both students and families. At Missouri State University, we want every new Bear to feel welcomed, connected, and confident from the very beginning. One of the best ways for students to start their journey is by participating in The Ursa Experience. The Ursa Experience is a fun three-day program held just … [Read more...] about Start Strong at Missouri State with the Ursa Experience
Starting college is a scary time for most students. No matter how “grown up” they are or how much they think they want to leave home, they are nervous about not making friends, getting lost, sharing a room with a stranger. It can be overwhelming. . Here at Missouri State, we have a way to combat that and it’s the Ursa Experience – a 3-day, 2-night engagement experience that … [Read more...] about The Ursa Experience – Ten Reasons Students Should Attend