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Office of Information Services support the Bear Pantry in a big way

December 15, 2020 by Alex Johnson

The Information Services Division at Missouri State University conducted a food drive at the end of the Fall 2020 semester to support the Bear Pantry.  Collection bins were set up on campus, and the Bear Pantry's Amazon Wishlist was promoted. Information Services staff donated 186 lbs of food and hygiene items through this drive.  These items directly support MSU … [Read more...] about Office of Information Services support the Bear Pantry in a big way

Filed Under: Bear Pantry, Community Engagement Tagged With: #citizenbear, community, Food, Information Services, public affairs

Public Affairs Mission: A blueprint for how we can work for the greater good

November 12, 2020 by Alex Johnson

The Pat Walker Missouri Public Affairs Academy brings talented high school students from throughout the state together to develop their understanding of public affairs.  Judith Rowland, a 2005 Academy graduate and Missouri State University alum, was inducted into the Missouri Public Affairs Hall of Fame in 2017.  She us an insight to how Public Affairs plays a role in her life … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Mission: A blueprint for how we can work for the greater good

Filed Under: Community Engagement, Missouri Public Affairs Academy Tagged With: Citizen Bear, community, Ethical Leadership, leadership, public affairs

Bear Pantry uses hydroponics to provide fresh food

November 12, 2020 by Alex Johnson

Darr College of Agriculture graduate students, Scott Cooley and Korey Harper, developed a hydroponics system and germination system for the Bear Pantry in Fall 2020.  In addition to designing the systems, these students trained the Bear Pantry staff on maintenance and food production. These systems allow the Bear Pantry to provide consistent fresh produce to MSU community … [Read more...] about Bear Pantry uses hydroponics to provide fresh food

Filed Under: Bear Pantry Tagged With: Agriculture, Citizen Bear, community, Darr, Hydroponics, produce, public affairs

MSU Campus Garden supports Bear Pantry with fresh produce

October 14, 2020 by Alex Johnson

The Bear Pantry and the MSU Campus Garden are working together to provide healthy food to the Missouri State University community.  As a key partner the Bear Pantry, MSU Campus Garden has provided more than 350 lbs of fresh produce.  Bear Pantry members can choose from a variety of produce from the garden through in-person shopping or online orders. Serve. Educate. … [Read more...] about MSU Campus Garden supports Bear Pantry with fresh produce

Filed Under: Bear Pantry Tagged With: #citizenbear, Community Engagement, Garden, public affairs, Sustainability

Putting a spin on ramen: Southwest ramen noodles

September 28, 2020 by Alex Johnson

The Bear Pantry and the Nutrition and Dietetics department are partnering to promote healthy eating choices, while decreasing food insecurity on campus. MSU Dietetic Intern, Kelsey, demonstrated how to put a healthier spin on ramen noodles with ingredients found in the Bear Pantry. Ingredients 1 packet of ramen instant ramen noodles  ¼ cup black beans, drained … [Read more...] about Putting a spin on ramen: Southwest ramen noodles

Filed Under: Bear Pantry, Community Engagement Tagged With: Bear Pantry, Community Engagement, Dietetics, Food, Nutrition, public affairs

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