National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15 to honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of those whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. How it began In 1968, Congress passed Public Law 90-498 authorizing and requesting the president to issue an annual proclamation … [Read more...] about Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
No, that was not a typo. We now have soul food on Missouri State's campus in the Plaster Student Union food court. Queen City Soul Kitchen, which is Springfield's first soul food restaurant, is open Mon-Friday from 11:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. What's on the menu Fried and Teriyaki Chicken Wings Mac n Cheese, String Beans Kickin Baked Beans Peach Cobbler Banana … [Read more...] about Queen City Soul Kitchen now in the PSU
Remember to sign up for Bear Bridge Faculty Mentoring Program. This is supplemental to any mentoring program you might have in your department, and it is a good opportunity to meet new people, network and learn together with other colleagues. This program seeks to include everyone. If you would like to have a mentor or be a part of the program, please fill out this form: Become … [Read more...] about Bear Bridge faculty mentoring program accepting applications
Since H. Wes Pratt took on the role of chief diversity officer/assistant to the president at Missouri State University in 2016, he has led the institution in improving its culture by focusing on inclusive excellence and valuing the inclusion of diversity. Inclusive excellence is a core value of the university and an integral component of the last two long range … [Read more...] about Wes Pratt announces retirement from Missouri State
This fall, the sociology and anthropology department is offering a new course - SOC 350: Violence and Society in Latin America. Register now for this dynamic understanding of Latin America, including: Historical facts of Latin America violence and its roots Sociological perspectives related to violence in Latin American societies Understand the various regions … [Read more...] about New course offering this fall