Each summer the Pat Walker Missouri Public Affairs Academy brings talented high school students from throughout the state together to develop their understanding of public affairs. The Academy combines presentations by guest speakers with discussions, activities and service projects, and gives students the opportunity to learn from talented and accomplished political and … [Read more...] about Working for the Greater Good: Pat Walker Missouri Public Affairs Academy went virtual in 2020
Julia Wilks is an Early Childhood Education major who hopes to one day serve as a Peace Corps Volunteer, working with children in primary grades. Julia joined Missouri State's Peace Corps Prep program in 2019! Building core competencies Peace Corps Prep participants build four core competencies through through interrelated coursework, hands-on experience, and … [Read more...] about Connecting to Public Affairs through leadership and Peace Corps Prep
Bear Service Team is a student-led organization at Missouri State focused on connecting students with meaningful service, education about community issues, and meeting new people. Open to all MSU students, Bear Service Team plans a wide variety of service opportunities throughout the year. To join or learn more about Bear Service Team, email … [Read more...] about Bear Service Team puts Public Affairs Mission into action
Missouri State University alumna and owner of Indiana-based The 715 Company, Tennille Bernard, gave support to the Bear Pantry in 2020 with bath and body products. Tennille's products are featured in the Bear Pantry's hygiene section and are available to members Monday-Friday, 10a.m.-2p.m. We reached out to this Citizen Bear with a few questions: What is your connection to … [Read more...] about #CitizenBear Alum gives back to Bear Pantry
The Bear Pantry and the Nutrition and Dietetics department are partnering to promote healthy eating choices, while decreasing food insecurity on campus. Missouri State University Dietetic Intern, Nicole, demonstrated how to utilize food from the Bear Pantry to make good, healthy snacks. In her recipe, Nicole used staple Bear Pantry items to make PB&J Energy … [Read more...] about Bear Pantry Hosts First Virtual Food Demo