From Small Town to Springfield Missouri State University’s Public Affairs mission is often something that is overlooked by both prospective and current students. While it is an extremely important aspect of the university, it is easy to be hidden underneath all of the other beautiful amenities Missouri State has to offer. This week, students are encouraged to focus on one … [Read more...] about Making a Difference Behind the Scenes
Bear Blitz is this year's Public Affairs Signature Event, an event that really puts students out there to learn more about the issues Springfield faces as a community, how those affect the state, country, and world, and how they also affect each and every person in their daily walk. Bear Blitz is the University sending students to the streets of Northwest Springfield, referred … [Read more...] about It Takes a Community
On Monday I had the opportunity to volunteer at one of the 19 community gardens in the city of Springfield. This was my first experience serving with the Springfield Community Gardens, but I can confidently say it won’t be my last. The Springfield Community Gardens, established in 2010, has distributed over 100,000 pounds of produce to families in need. This impact would not … [Read more...] about Join the Homecoming Queen in Service!
The start of a new month brings exciting new opportunities and a sense of energy to campus. November is no different, bringing with it Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month. The Center for Community Engagement is hosting several events throughout the month to spotlight four focus areas: Youth Veterans Chronic Families To kick off the month, on October 26th … [Read more...] about Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month
Serving with a Purpose Missouri State students serve the community Missouri State University students donate a substantial amount of time to the community. Since the beginning of the 2016-2017 academic year, students under university scholarships, students in Fraternity and Sorority Life organizations, and students in First-Year Foundations courses, have completed over … [Read more...] about Citizen Servant: Volunteering with a Purpose