Food insecurity is a growing concern in Springfield, Missouri. More and more families are not able to meet basic needs. One study showed that, “in 2022, 15.5% of households in Springfield were food insecure, up from 12.8% in 2021.” In response, local organizations are prioritizing meaningful partnerships in hopes of alleviating the most pressing issues. […]
By Shayla Vance The office of Citizenship and Service-Learning welcomed Bear Power (Promoting Opportunities for Work, Education and Resilience) as a new signature project this semester. Bear Power is a new, two-year inclusive program at Missouri State University designed to provide higher education to students age 18-26 with intellectual disabilities. Bear Power will provide these […]
The Office of Citizenship and Service-Learning (CASL) is pleased to announce that for the fourth consecutive year, Missouri State University has been named to the 2013 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) for commitment to community service through academic service-learning and volunteerism. This award celebrates the […]