Want to know more about the Veteran support services at Missouri State University? Please join the Office of Inclusive Engagement’s conversation with Raeleen Ziegler, the Director of Veteran Services at the Veteran Student Center at Missouri State, as we hear about the various ways Missouri State University supports our Veteran students, faculty, and community members. […]
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The office of inclusive engagement welcomes two new fellows
Dr. Julia Troche is the incoming program development and inclusive engagement fellow for the 2024-2025 academic year. Troche is an associate professor of ancient history and holds a Ph.D. in Egyptology from Brown University. She was awarded the university’s 2022 Foundation Award for Teaching Excellence, as well as the 2022 Missouri Governor’s Award for Excellence […]
Upcoming events
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Tough Talks: What a year!
The media often does the top stories of the year. As a university community our year is a bit different given we have semesters. What are the top stories for Bear Nation and what had the most impact on you? What would you do differently? What changed you? What did you learn? Come join the […]
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EVENT: Bear Aware – Your body is your own
Interpersonal violence prevention and building healthy relationships
Cultural and religious observances
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Black History Month 2023
Black History Month, also known as African American History Month, is a month-long celebration of contributions African Americans have made to American history, as well as a time to recognize their struggle with adversity while fighting for freedom and equality. Black History Month is celebrated in February each year. The Origin of Black History Month […]
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Cultural and religious observances – January 16-22, 2023
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Culture/religion: National observance Date: January 16 The third Monday of each January is dedicated to commemorating the achievements of Martin Luther King, Jr. King advocated the use of nonviolent means to end racial segregation, first coming to national prominence during the bus boycott of African Americans in Montgomery, Alabama in […]
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New course offering this fall
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 that comprise […]
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Student-led initiative encourages connection through conversation
Become Fuse certified and access the toolkit.