When Dan Shelley began interning at local radio station KTTS in the early 1980s, he knew he'd found the place for him. "I was only supposed to be there six hours a week, but just hearing the sound of the UPI news ticker and the national weather service wire," he remembers. "I just couldn't leave. If someone rushed out the door to cover a breaking news story, I'd jump in the … [Read more...] about Digital pioneer recognized with Outstanding Alumni Award
Missouri State alumna and daytime TV legend Kay Alden Nelson recently returned to campus to share her expertise with students. Nelson, who is credited for her writing as Kay Alden, has a decades-long career writing for "The Young and the Restless" and "The Bold and the Beautiful," including several years as the head writer for "The Young and the Restless." Awards … [Read more...] about Daytime TV legend returned to campus for master classes
Dr. W.D. Blackmon, English department head, co-authored Inside Syria -- A Phyisician's Memoir with the book's subject, Dr. Tarif Bakdash. This collaboration became the foundation for a multimedia, interdisciplinary project that now includes faculty, students and alumni from the department of media, journalism and … [Read more...] about Interdisciplinary team filming in Jordan
The Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art in Overland Park, Kansas, recently opened its exhibit “Domestic Seen,” focusing on seven artists who employ domestic interiors and objects in their work. Sean Lyman, associate professor in art and design, has several pieces showcased in the exhibit. Shedding light on the mundane According to Lyman’s website, his “body of work deals … [Read more...] about Art professor’s work featured in Kansas art museum exhibit
The fifth reunion for the Spicer Debate Forum will be celebrated with a series of events May 13 and 14. Participants will be able to visit with past and present coaches, meet current team members and mingle with former teammates. Schedule of events Friday, May 13 6 p.m. Welcome reception with past and present debate coaches Home of Don and Vicki Stanton in Nixa. … [Read more...] about Reunion to bring current and former MSU debaters together