Springfield businessman and philanthropist Guy Mace donated a remarkable collection of art and artifacts to Missouri State University’s department of art and design. The collection includes African masks, figural wooden staffs and ceremonial knives and spears from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries along with Native American, Asian and Oceanic masks and … [Read more...] about Guy Mace makes significant gift of non-Western art
Dr. Shawn Wahl, interim dean of the College of Arts and Letters, has been appointed to the board of the Springfield Regional Arts Council. Wahl said, “I am grateful to serve on the board of directors of the Springfield Regional Arts Council. Our community arts programs are important connections for our work in Missouri State's College of Arts and Letters. "I look forward … [Read more...] about Shawn Wahl joins board of Springfield Regional Arts Council
The College of Arts and Letters congratulates Lisa Brescia of the department of theatre and dance. Brescia will join the Broadway cast of the Tony-winning musical "Dear Evan Hansen." Brescia is taking an artistic leave to play the role of Heidi Hansen. In a statement, Brescia said, "After I received the offer to join the Broadway company, and Missouri State gave me their … [Read more...] about Lisa Brescia returning to Broadway
Missouri State alumna and writer Kay Alden Nelson (who is credited as Kay Alden for her work in daytime TV), is returning to campus. Her visit will feature a public forum. Key details What: Q&A with Daytime Emmy-winning writer Kay Alden Nelson When: 3-5 p.m., April 16 Where: Plaster Student Union Theatre How: Free and open to the public About her … [Read more...] about Daytime TV legend returning to campus
In the College of Arts & Letters, we're fortunate to have many opportunities to capture engaging imagery. Over the past year, we've taken steps to make sure this imagery is as strategic and accessible as possible. We've transitioned to a photo shelter, which allows users to browse photos available for editorial use. These photos are available by request, at no charge, … [Read more...] about Editorial images available for departmental use