Information and Deadlines
October 12-18
Join fellow Missouri State University Bears in celebrating all things maroon and white during #BearsHomecoming weekend: Oct. 16-17, 2015.
Last Day for 25% Credit/Refund – Fall 2015 Full Semester Classes
October 12
The last day to change sections, drop, or withdraw from Fall 2015 Full Semester classes, with 25% refund, is today.
Drops and withdrawals can be processed online at My Missouri State. If you have a hold on your account preventing the use of the web registration system to drop a class, contact the Office of the Registrar prior to midnight on the deadline day. Office hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. After 5:00 pm, email Registrar@missouristate.edu from your University email account, or fax 417-836-6334.
Course adds and section changes can only be processed with academic department approval.
Additional refund deadlines can be found here: http://www.missouristate.edu/registrar/refunds.htm
Last Day for 100% Credit/Refund – Fall 2015 Second Block Classes
October 14
Fall 2015 Second Block classes begin today.
See Academic Calendar for drop, withdrawal, and refund deadlines.
http://calendar.missouristate.edu/viewevent.aspx?eventid=87879&occurrenceid=155545
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Mid-Semester Grades Available Online
October 13
Fall 2015 mid-semester grades available online in My Missouri State.
Flu Shots at Taylor Health and Wellness
Starting September 25
Flu Shots: Starting 9/25/15 at 1pm
Reduce the risk of flu illness and ruining your holidays and finals.
Come to Taylor Monday through Friday, 8am to 4:15pm for your flu shot.
The cost for the seasonal flu vaccine is as follows:
* MSU employees (full and part-time) – No Cost (paid by MSU health insurance plan)
* Household members of employees – No Cost (paid by MSU health insurance plan)
* Retirees – on MSU insurance – No Cost (paid by MSU health insurance plan)
* Retirees on Medicare – No Cost (paid by Medicare) – Check in at the Business Office prior to receiving injection
* Students – No Cost (paid by Student Fees)
* Others – $29.50
* Please note, Taylor Health and Wellness Center does not vaccinate children under 6 years of age. Ages 6-9 years need to bring a copy of their immunization record to determine if the child needs one or two flu vaccines. If you have children less than 6 years of age, please contact their pediatrician for information about the vaccine.
* If you are on Coumadin (warfarin) we must have an INR lab result in the last 3 weeks equal to or less than 3.5.
* Bring your BearPass Card. Dress for easy access to your upper arm.
If you want more information about the vaccine please go towww.cdc.gov/flu/.
For more information about receiving your vaccine at Taylor, please call 836-4000.
Navaratri
October 20-29
Culture/Religion: Hindu
Nine-day festival celebrating the triumph of good over evil. It worships God in the form of the universal mother commonly referred to as Durga, Devi or Shakti, and marks the start of fall.
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Muharram
October 20
Culture/Religion: Islamic
This begins the first day of Muharram of the new year 1432 based on the Islamic lunar calendar. The Islamic lunar calendar dates from the Hijrah, the emigration of the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in A.D. 622. Years in the Islamic lunar calendar are called Hijrah years and are designated as anno Hegirae (Latin for “in the year of the Hijrah”), abbreviated “A.H.” Since Islamic holidays are based on the lunar calendar, a holiday may occur twice in the same Gregorian year.
Islamic holiday observances begin at sunset of the first date listed and end at sunset of the last.
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Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 – October 15
Each year, American observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15-October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988 on the approval of Public Law 100-402. The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September 18, respectively. Also Columbus Day or Dia de la Raza, which is October 12, falls withing this 30 day period.
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Italian American Heritage Month
October
Every year the U.S. president signs an executive order designating the month of October as National Italian American Heritage Month. Coinciding with the festivities surrounding Columbus Day, the proclamation is recognition of the many achievements, contributions, and successes of Americans of Italian descent as well as Italians in America.
Over 5.4 million Italians immigrated to the United States between 1820 and 1992. Today there are over 26 million Americans of Italian descent in the United States, making them the fifth largest ethnic group. The country was even named after an Italian, the explorer and geographer Amerigo Vespucci.
LGBT History Month
October
LGBT History Month is a month-long annual observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. It is observed during October in the United States, to include National Coming Out Day on October 11. LGBT History Month originated in the United States and was first celebrated in 1994. It was founded by Missouri high school history teacher Rodney Wilson. Spectrum, MSU’s LGBT and Ally Alliance, along with the Office of Multicultural Programs provide a month-long series of events on campus to commemorate LGBT History Month. These include dances, panels, film screenings, fundraisers, discussions, art displays, and an annual talent show.
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National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October
In 1988, Congress designated each October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The Office of Disability Employment Policy has the lead in planning NDEAM activities and materials to increase the public’s awareness of the contributions and skills of American workers with disabilities. Various programs carried out throughout the month also highlight the specific employment barriers that still need to be addressed and removed. This effort to educate the American public about issues related to disability and employment actually began in 1945, when Congress enacted a law declaring the first week in October each year “National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week.” In 1962, the word “physically” was removed to acknowledge the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities.
Homecoming Week 2015
October 12-18
Join fellow Missouri State University Bears in celebrating all things maroon and white during #BearsHomecoming weekend: Oct. 16-17, 2015.
October 12 at 1:00 – 4:00, Trottier Plaza
In conjunction with the University Public Affairs mission and Ozarks Food Harvest, participating student organizations will compete in a “can-struction” event to see who can build the most interesting and impressive structures. Spectators can stop by to watch the event and be amazed at the creativity of our students! All building materials will be donated to Ozarks Food Harvest upon completion of the event.
October 13 at 7:00, Hammons Student Center
Rockstar is a beloved Homecoming event and Missouri State’s premiere singing competition. Student performers will amaze all in attendance with their musical abilities in this highly competitive talent show. The Homecoming Committee highly suggests arriving early before show time to ensure you can get a seat!
Homecoming – Maroon and White Night
October 14 at 4:00, North Mall
A casual event that will feature a delicious chili cook off, carnival games and inflatables, and live music performances sponsored by the Student Activities Council. We hope the Missouri State community attends this special evening of Homecoming cheer.
October 15 at 6:00, Hammons Student Center
A Pep Rally will be held to get the Missouri State community pumped up for the Homecoming football game. Immediately following the rally, participating student organizations will perform unique cheering and chanting routines in the Yell Like Hell Competition. If you want to catch the spirit, be sure to arrive early to ensure you have a seat.
Homecoming: Bears on the Square
October 16 all day, Downtown Springfield
Soak in the maroon and white spirit in downtown Springfield! Enjoy special discounts at participating businesses in celebration of Missouri State Homecoming!
October 16 at 4:00, Allison South Stadium
Brains and athleticism will be put to the test in a Homecoming event that will give participating student organizations a flashback to the elementary school playground. Field Day will feature exciting races and challenges that will be exciting to watch and cheer on!
Homecoming- Band of Bears Parade
October 17 at 9:00AM, John Q. Hammons Parkway
The quintessential event of Missouri State’s Homecoming Week. Please join the entire university community along John Q. Hammons Parkway to take in the sights and sounds of our exciting Homecoming parade.
Homecoming – Football vs. Illinois State
October 17 at 2:04, Plaster Stadium
Homecoming football game. http://www.missouristatebears.com
Physics Seminar: Deep learning – Powerful Machine Learning & Data Mining Method
October 8 at 4:00 pm, Kemper Hall 206
Dr. Jianlin Cheng will first introduce fundamental ideas and algorithms behind deep learning, and explain why deep learning is suitable for discovering complex patterns, classes, clusters, and associations hidden in big data sets. He will present recent research on deep learning with respect to its application in predicting distance relationships (i.e. contacts) between amino acids in a protein, which can be used to guide the reconstruction of three-dimensional (3D) structure of the protein.
Dr. Jianlin Cheng is an associate professor in the Computer Science Department, University of Missouri at Columbia. He is affiliated with the University of Missouri Informatics Institute, the National Center for Soybean Biotechnology, the Interdisciplinary Plant Group and the Bond Life Science Center.
Musical: Dogfight
October 8 & 9 at 7:30pm, Craig Hall
It’s 1963 and, on the eve of their deployment to Vietnam, a group of tough-talking Marines spend a last rowdy night on the town in San Francisco. On the agenda: drinking, debauchery and a cruel game called “Dogfight,” in which the players each bet $50 to see who can bring the ugliest date to their party. PFC Eddie Birdlace asks Rose, a shy waitress who is an aspiring folk singer and budding pacifist. When Rose discovers the true purpose of their date, she is crushed and humiliated. But when she sees that Birdlace is genuinely remorseful, she gives him a second chance and an awkward romance unfolds. Winner of the 2013 Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Musical, Dogfight captures the violence and innocence of the era with its energetic dance numbers and wistful ballads.
Music and lyrics by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul
Book by Peter Duchan
Musical adaptation of Nancy Savoca’s 1991 film, “Dogfight”
Directed by Jessica Ryan
Coger Theatre
Study Away Art Exhibition
October 9, Meyer Library Second Floor
The Study Away Art Exhibition in Meyer Library includes student art made while in Study Away programs during the Summer of 2015. Students studied with MSU faculty in Florence, Italy and in multiple locations in New Mexico, including the Acoma Pueblo Reservation. Professor Gwen Walstrand and Professor Jerry Hatch traveled with thirteen MSU students to Florence, Italy where they resided for five weeks in order to study photography and drawing in this Renaissance town. The resulting photographs, drawings and presentations have been exhibited in Florence at the Santa Reparata International School of Art and will be on display in the Meyer Library from October 9th through November 6th.
Professor Steve Willis traveled with 8 students to study the Art of the Native American Southwest. While living on the Acoma Reservation students worked with local artists to learn about making traditional Acoma pottery. After living at Acoma, the students then traveled to Arizona to hike Canyon de Chelly to visit the historically important White House Ruins. While in New Mexico students hiked El Moro, Bandolier and Ghost Ranch to make en plein air images. Students will exhibit journal pages, photographs, drawings and paintings.
Biology Seminar – Pelagibacter mechanisms for surviving phosphate stress
October 9 at 4:00, Temple Hall 003
Dr. Paul Carini earned his PhD from Oregon State University where he studied the metabolism of oligotrophic marine heterotrophic bacteria. After a postdoctoral position studying marine archaea, he turned his attention to oligotrophic soil microbes. Since mid-2015 he has been studying terrestrial microbes residing deep in the soil profile as a CIRES visiting postdoctoral fellow at the University of Colorado Boulder. His seminar entitled “Pelagibacter mechanisms for surviving phosphate stress” will focus on the genetic and physiological adaptations abundant marine heterotrophic bacteria employ to maintain growth in the face of phosphate limitation. In his experiments, abundant Pelagibacter a-proteobacteria were shown to renovate polar phospholipids to reduce phosphorus content and turn to alternate P sources when P starved. When the organophosphorus compound methylphosphonate was utilized, the greenhouse gas methane was produced under oxic conditions, providing a direct link between the metabolism of oligotrophs and climate chemistry.
Dr. Paul Carini, University of Colorado Boulder, Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences
Magna Carta @ The MOXIE: Movie Event: Robin Hood Prince of Thieves
October 10 at 11:00 AM, Moxie Cinema
Robin Hood Prince of Thieves (1991) Rated: PG-13 143m
October 10, 2015
11:00 a.m
Fite Piano Guest Artist Recital
October 10 at 3:00 PM, Ellis 217 B
Guest artist will be performing in Ellis Recital Hall at 3pm
CARNAVAL, First Latino Banquet
October 10 at 6:00 PM, PSU Ballroom and Theater
The Latino students at Missouri State University invite you all for the 1st Annual CARNAVAL Banquet and Cultural show. Join the Latino students on campus and the Latino community in Springfield for an evening of fun and entertainment showcasing the diverse and colorful culture of the Latin American countries. CARNAVAL will happen among other events on campus to commemorate the Hispanic Heritage Month.
The evening will begin with a banquet of authentic Latin American foods prepared by students of Missouri State University and the Latino community in Springfield. It will feature both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. The banquet will be followed by traditional cultural entertainment. The show will include dance routines, musical offerings, skits and other types of performances that highlight the diversity of Latin American cultures.
Magna Carta: Enduring Legacy 1215-2015
Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM October 12-23, Meyer Library B&C
Magna Carta: the great charter of rights and liberties and the world’s most tangible and enduring symbol of the establishment of Rule of Law.
In celebration of the 800th anniversary of the document at the historic heart of English and American Constitutional Law, Magna Carta: Enduring Legacy 1215-2015, a national traveling exhibit, was curated by the Law Library of Congress and produced by the American Bar Association.
Magna Carta: Enduring Legacy 1215-2015 is brought to the State of Missouri by the Springfield Metropolitan Bar Foundation and hosted by Missouri State University at the Duane G. Meyer Library.
Power Lunch: Maj. Stephen Snyder-Hill Meet & Greet
October 12, PSU 400
Join the LGBTQ Association Power Lunch w/ Stephen Snyder-Hill on Monday, Oct. 2 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in PSU 400 (Union Club).
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A Soldier of Change: From the Closet to the Forefront of the Gay Rights Movement
October 12, at 6:00pm, PSU Theater
Author of “Soldier of Change: From the Closet to the Forefront of the Gay Rights Movement,” Stephen Snyder-Hill and his partner Josh Snyder-Hill will discuss what it is like as a LGBT Veteran activist.
Stephen Snyder-Hill is a decorated U.S. Veteran. While serving in Iraq he made a choice that could have risked his career. In 2011, he submitted a video question about Don’t Ask Don’t Tell to a Republican primary debate. He was booed, which led to a media frenzy and spurred national discussion. His story has been featured on news media worldwide.
All Jazz Bands Concert
October 12 at 7:30PM, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Event Details:
All Jazz Bands Concert in Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts at 7:30 pm
Missouri State Improv – Free Show
October 12, Carrington 2018
Every Monday night at 9PM, Missouri State Improv hosts a free improv comedy show in Carrington Auditorium! We play games and create hilarious scenes based on audience suggestions! Open to any Missouri State student/staff/faculty member! Always totally FREE!
Our goal is to provide an environment that encourages the learning, teaching, practicing, and performing of improvisational comedy of any form, both in front of audiences and in open or closed workshop settings.
School of Social Work Open House
October 13 at 9:00, Pummil 1st Floor
Join us for an open house to welcome current students to the School of Social Work, and to welcome back alumni and community members. The School of Social Work is now back at the newly renovate Pummill Hall. Refreshments will be served.
Julia Bullock, Soprano
October 13 at 7:30 PM, Juanita K. Hammons Hall
Julia Bullock has been hailed as an “impressive, fast-rising soprano… poised for a significant career” (The New York Times). Originally from St. Louis, Ms. Bullock integrates her musical life with community activism. Student rush tickets are available one hour prior to the performance for $10 with a valid student i.d.
An Evening with Jake Shimabukuro
Tasting Heaven: Wine and the Afterworld in Some Classic Jewish Texts
October 13 at 3:30 PM, Strong Hall 201
The talk investigates wine as it is represented and employed in relation to the so-called “World-to-Come” in Jewish legal and mystical literature. We will look at the ways in which the rabbis of Late Antiquity and certain medieval and early modern kabbalists pictured and/or used wine and get the intoxicating taste of their perspectives on both the present world and the hereafter in return.
Dr. Vadim Putzu is an assistant professor of Judaism in the Department of Religious Studies
Healthy Bear Bites
October 13, FRC Family Aquatics Classroom
Join us for some Healthy Bear Bites. Fun food talks as it relates to you! Learn healthy eating tips as graduate students and beyond. Designed for the busy graduate student as a part of Graduate Student Week.
October 13 – Snack Attack
October 15 – Fuel for Success
Talks provided by MSU Dietetic Graduate Students
CNAS Public Lecture Series- Peter Plavchan
October 13 at 7:30 pm, Temple 002
More than 1800 exoplanets have been confirmed to orbit other stars over the past 25 years. This revolution in our understanding of our Universe is driven by a multitude of advances in data analysis techniques and engineering to achieve unprecedented precision and accuracy. I will provide an overview of the several different methods we use to detect these distant exoplanets, and what we’ve learned from these discoveries about our Universe. I will conclude with a description of exoplanet research projects at Missouri State University.
Peter Plavchan, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, Astronomy and Materials Science
The 1 Page Diet
October 14 at 5:30 pm, Foster Recreation Family Aquatics Classroom
Join Dr. Tomasi, the Associate Dean of the Graduate College, for an informative and exciting presentation as part of Missouri’s Graduate Student Week.
Dr. Thomas Tomasi, Associate Dean of the Graduate College
The Kings of Pop, Musical Rebellion, and the Elite Music Critic
October 15 at 6:00 pm, The Library Station, 2535 North Kansas Expressway
In a dynamic and interactive presentation for adults, Dr. Richard Schur, Drury University professor of English and Director of the Law & Society, will use Magna Carta as a template to understand how American popular music has developed since the Civil War.
An Evening with Jake Shimabukuro
October 15 at 7:30 PM, Juanita K. Hammons Hall
This young ukulele wizard’s concert includes original compositions and ukulele classics, along with dazzling versions of music such as Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody and Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah. Student rush tickets are available one hour prior to the performance for $10 with a valid student i.d.
Wall of Fame Ceremony
October 16 at 4:00 pm, PSU 300
Join in the celebration and recognition of the 2015 inductees to the Wall of Fame. Honoring outstanding faculty and staff who have contributed to the success of our University.
Reading by Poet Richard Newman
October 16 at 7:00, PSU Theater
Richard Newman will be reading from his most recent poetry collection “All the Wasted Beauty of the World.”
Trombone Guest Artist Recital – Lucas Borges
October 16 at 7:30pm, Ellis Hall 217B
Guest artist, Lucas Borges, will be performing in Ellis Recital Hall at 7:30p.
Performance by alum Jessica Johnson of her one-woman show, Ze
October 16 at 7:30, Craig Hall Coger Theater
ZE: A Thirty Year Old Virgin’s Quest for Healthy Sexuality from A to Ze!
Missouri State University alumna Jessica Johnson’s newest solo show Ze has toured universities nationwide and has been seen at the Out North Contemporary Art Space in Alaska, Matthew Corozine Theatre in NYC, the LA Women’s Theatre Festival, Level Ground Festival in Pasadena and is in pre-production for film development. Ze is a one woman, 15 character dramedy that examines gender construction, sexuality and spirituality, and many other issues regarding the LGBTQ community. The piece centers around Tessa, a 30 year old virgin, who is in love with her transgender best friend, but is in deep turmoil over her feelings due to her religious upbringing.
• This event is sponsored by MSU’s Department of Theatre & Dance, College of Arts & Letters, and the LGBT Resource Center.
• No ticket is required. The event is free and open to the public.
• Johnson’s solo work has been seen in the LA Women’s Theatre Festival, the NYC Samuel French Playwright Festival, the Kansas City Fringe Festival, the NYC International Fringe Festival, the Sola Voce Festival, the Monodrama Thespis Festival in Germany, the Black Magic Women’s Theatre Festival in Amsterdam, and enjoyed an extended run at NYC’s prestigious Theatre Row on 42nd Street.
“Show-Me Chefs” airs on Ozarks Local (KOZL)
October 17 at 1:00, Ozark Local (KOZL)
Enjoy a high-intensity cooking showdown each week, from some of your favorite local chefs. The Media, Journalism and Film Department has turned up the heat in the kitchen with “Show-Me Chefs”, a cooking game show produced and filmed by the students at Missouri State University. Tune in to Ozarks Local (KOZL) every Saturday (September 26 – November 7) at 1:00 PM. Check with your television provider for listings.
Magna Carta @ The MOXIE: Movie Event: Monty Python and the Holy Grail
October 10 at 11:00 AM, Moxie Cinema
10:00 PM – 11:30 PM, October 17, 2015
Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO 65806
Event Details:
Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975) Rated: PG 91m
October 17, 2015
10:00 p.m.
Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO 65806 (directions and parking)
Parking available in College Station Garage at McDaniel and Campbell
Graduate Choral Conducting Recital
October 18 at 6:00 PM, First Baptist Church
Graduate choral conducting recital to be held at First Baptist Church, starting at 6:00pm.
SAC Events
Find out more about SAC films, concerts, and comedy by looking at our SAC Events Blog.
SAC Concerts Presents: Maroon and White Night Concert
October 14 at 5:00 pm, Plaster Student Union North Mall
SAC After Hours Presents: Gift Basket Bingo
October 8 at 9 pm, Plaster Student Union Food Court
Students are invited to a night of bingo, where the prizes are themed gift baskets.
SAC Films Presents: 42
October 11 at 9 pm, PSU Theater
SAC will be presenting student performers during the homecoming festivities. This night also features a chili cook-off and is sure to set a fun environment for all.
SAC Films Presents: 42
October 14 at 9:00 pm, PSU Theater
SAC will present the classic film 42 in the Plaster Student Union Theater. This event is totally free to students and free popcorn will be served before the movie.
SAC After Hours: Headphone Disco
October 15 at 9:00 pm, PSU Ballroom East
A dance during Homecoming Week. Each attendee will be given a pair of headphones with three channel settings, allowing them to chose the music that they are listening and dancing to.
SAC Films Presents: Trainwreck
October 18 at 9:00 pm, PSU Theater
SAC will present the blockbuster film Trainwreck in the Plaster Student Union Theater. This event is totally free to students and free popcorn will be served before the movie.
SAC Campus Events: Rock ‘n Bowl
October 2 & October 9, 7 pm – 11 pm, PSU Level 1 Game Center
Free bowling and games are available every Friday from 7-10PM courtesy of Student Activities Council.
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Opportunities
For more opportunities, subscribe to the Community Opportunities Newsletter.
Become a SOAR Leader
Learn more about becoming a Student Orientation, Advisement & Registration (SOAR) leader by attending one of our two information sessions.
While attendance is not required in order to apply for a SOAR leader position, doing so will provide you with information you may find helpful during the application and interview process.
Topics include:
• Responsibilities, qualifications, requirements, and benefits of the position
• Important dates to note
• Description of the application and interview process
Sessions will be held:
• Monday, October 19 at 5:30 PM in Meyer Library 101
• Tuesday, October 20 at 8:00 PM in Meyer Library 101
Visit www.missouristate.edu/newbears/becomeaSOARleader.htm for more information.
Bear Service Team
Bear Service Team is a student organization dedicated to planning service opportunities for the MSU community. This is a great way to connect with other students, maintain relationships with community agencies, and have fun service our community!
Click here for more information: https://goo.gl/aohIKy #citizenbear #SGFLove #LoveSGF
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Healing Shawls of Springfield
Know how to knit/crochet and want to help provide comfort and solace to others?
Would like to volunteer your time?
Knitting/crocheting Healing Shawls is a great way to relieve stress while giving back to the community.
Healing Shawls of Springfield is looking for volunteers to knit/crochet Healing Shawls and baby hats to donate to those in need during trying times through local churches. Needs include elderly, babies, and seriously ill at home, in
nursing facilities, and in the hospital. Patterns are simple and easy to follow.
Email: healingshawlsofSGF@Yahoo.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/healingshawlsofspringfield
The Venues Downtown
The Venues is a progressive church in Springfield seeking to live out the spiritual and social ambition of Jesus. Seeking truth, following Jesus, and asking questions about faith and spirituality. We provide service opportunities throughout Springfield to help meet the needs of those in our community. The Venues Downtown meets on Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. at Ernie Biggs Piano Bar at 312 S. Avenue. Our south side location meets at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at 2616 E. Battlefield Rd.
*The Venues partners with homeless resource centers Bill’s Place and Veteran’s Coming Home Center to provide weekly meals for the homeless. Positions are needed each Friday to purchase, prepare, or serve food.
*8:15-9:15 a.m. at the Veteran’s Coming Home Center
806 N Jefferson Ave, Springfield, MO 65802
*10:15-11:15 a.m. at Bill’s Place
424 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO 65803
*We also offer various other service projects in the community including providing music for independent living communities and respite nights for families with children who have special needs.
Contact Devin Wright for more information.
Contact: Devin Wright
Email: devinwright@thevenues.org
Phone: 417-887-6962
Location: Varies
Website: http://thevenues.org
Events with an asterisk qualify as approved service.
Equi-librium Therapy Center
The intern position entails finding volunteers to help with the therapy sessions during the week, making the schedules for each therapy night, and other duties as needed. The position requires approximately 20 hours a week. The experience of working at Equi-Librium is one you won’t regret!
Contact: Paula Austin
Email:paustinetc@gmail.com
Phone: 417-830-1409
Location:1148 S Courtney Lane Rogersville, MO 65742
Website: http://etctherapy.org/
Turkey Trot
November 26
Since 2001, Turkey Trot has collected more than 70,000 lbs. of food for Ozarks Food Harvest! Do your part by volunteering or donating food at Turkey Trot, the largest Thanksgiving Day 5K in Missouri, starting at 8 a.m. on Nov. 26.
If you are interested in volunteering at the event, we need individuals to help collect food at the Springfield Expo Center, 635 E. St. Louis St., on Thanksgiving Day. Call Jo at OFH at (410) 865-3411 or go to ozarksfoodharvest.org/volunteer.
Athletics
For a review of events that have already happened, please visit our Athletics Blog Page
- Friday, October 9 at 3:00, Baseball, Hammons Field
- Friday, October 9 at 4:00, Swimming and Diving vs. Evansville, Hammons Student Center
- Friday, October 9 at 4:00, Field Hockey vs. Drake University, Betty and Bobby Allison North
- Saturday, October 10 at 11:00, Swimming and Diving vs. Southern Illinois, Hammons Student Center
- Saturday, October 10 at 3:00, Baseball, Hammons Field
- Saturday, October 10 at 7:00, Men’s Soccer vs. Loyola, Allison South Fields
- Saturday, October 11 at 12:00, Field Hockey vs. Kent State, Betty and Bobby Allison North
- Monday, October 12 at 8:30, Women’s Golf vs. Payne Stewart Memorial, Springfield Mo
- Tuesday, October 13 at 8:30, Women’s Golf vs. Payne Stewart Memorial, Springfield Mo
- Wednesday, October 14 at 3:00, Baseball, Hammons Field
- Thursday, October 15 at 3:00, Baseball, Hammons Field
- Friday, October 16 at 6:00, Swimming and Diving vs. Drury, Hammons Student Center
- Friday, October 16 at 7:00, Women’s Volleyball vs. Loyola Chicago, Hammons Student Center
- Saturday, October 17 at 2:04, Football vs. Illinois State, Plaster Stadium
- Saturday, October 17 at 6:00, Women’s Soccer vs. Illinois State, Betty and Bobby Allison South
- Saturday, October 17 at 7:00, Women’s Volleyball vs. Bradley, Hammons Student Center
Campus Recreation
- Fall Foster Recreation Hours
| Foster Recreation Center Hours | Fall Aquatics Hours | Fall Climbing Hours |
| Mon-Thurs, 6AM-11PM | Mon-Thurs, 7AM-9AM//11AM-10PM | Mon-Thurs, 4-10PM |
| Fri, 6AM-9PM | Fri, 7AM-9AM//11AM-8PM | Friday, 4-8PM |
| Sat, 9AM-9PM | Sat, 9AM-8PM | Sat, 1-5PM |
| Sun, Noon-11PM | Sun, Noon-10PM | Sun, CLOSED |
Coming Soon In The Rec:
- Join Core Fit on Monday’s at 10:30–11 AM to target your abdominal muscles in this 30 minute class focused on strengthening, toning, and stretching the abs, back and core!
- On Wednesday from 4-5pm, join Circuit Training for high-intensity aerobic body conditioning and resistance training. Go the extra mile to get the results you’re looking for by target strength building and muscular endurance with this 1 hour course!
- One of our favorite events of the year is coming up! Join us for the Haunted Trail on October 29 from 9pm-12am. We will be turning the Recreation Center into a haunted house and have music and s’mores on the patio for free. Don’t miss out on the fun!
- Night Light Cycle! Happening October 29 from 5:30-6:30pm. Free to all BearFit members. Come join us for an exciting experience by cycling in neon lights!
- Come to the Climbing Wall at the FRC to participate in Guys Night and Ladies Night every Tuesday and Thursday! Every Tuesday guys will get free shoe and chalk rental and every Thursday ladies will receive free shoe and chalk rental.
- Climbing Wall and office is now open on Sundays from 5pm-8pm!
- Sign up your team for the Dodgeball Tournament and IFC Roller Hockey League before 9/30. Visit IMLeagues.com today!
- Lead Climbing Nights beginning every Monday, Wednesday and Sunday. Outdoor Adventures is excited to introduce lead climbing nights to our climbing community! Lead nights are open to everyone who has completed the lead clinic.
- Outdoor Adventures is heading to Current River for 2 days of canoeing and one night camping along the river. This trip will be departing on October 10th at 8AM. For only $60 OA will provide the canoes, paddles, lifejackets, camping equipment, and transportation! Contact the FRC for more information.
- S.H.A.R.P, Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention is a free course offered to both males and females. This class is meant to prepare you with the mental and physical skills you will need to help protect yourself when put into unexpected situations. Sign up for a session today at http://www.missouristate.edu/recreation/Wellness/SHARP.htm *all sessions are from 6:30-9pm
- Swimming Lessons happening now at the FRC! Join us for private or group lessons for beginners or intermediate swimmers.
Fall Session 1
Tuesday/Thursday classes from 9/15-10/1
Register by 9/11/2015
Beginner Class from 7:30pm-8:15pm
Intermediate Class from 8:30pm-9:15pm
Fall Session 2
Tuesday/ Thursday classes from 10/13-10/29
Register by 10/8/2015
Beginner Class from 7:30pm-8:15pm
Intermediate Class from 8:30pm-9:15pm
- American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification Register online or in person at the FRC. Registration deadline is 2 days before each class. Limited seats are available. CPR/AED and First Aid are held in the Aquatics Classroom. CPR is $55 and First Aid is $40.
Session 1 on September 15th
CPR/AED Session 1: 4-7:30pm
First Aid Session 1: 7:30-9:30pm
Session 2 on October 10th
CPR/AED Session 2: 9am-12:30pm
First Aid Session 2: 7:30-9:30pm
Session 3 on November 18th
CPR/AED Session 3: 4-7:30pm
First Aid Session 3: 7:30-9:30pm
Session 4 on December 15th
CPR/AED Session 4: 9am-12:30pm
First Aid Session4: 7:30-9:30pm
- Does school have you stressed already? Take 30 minutes or 1 hour and stop by the recreation for Massage Therapy and Check out our prices on our website and set up an appointment today.
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Interested in Intramural Sports? Check out the schedule of what will be offered this fall on our website:www.missouristate.edu/recreation
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Experience our Personal Training today and get results you have always wanted! Your first assessment is free
- Don’t forget to join us 8pm-10pm every Wednesday for Moonlight Swim
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Does school have you stressed already? Take 30 minutes or 1 hour and stop by the recreation for Massage Therapy! Check out our prices on website and set up an appointment today. http://www.missouristate.edu/recreation/Wellness/Massages.htm
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Experience our Personal Training today and get the results you have always wanted! Your first assessment is free! Need more information? Visit us online http://www.missouristate.edu/recreation/Wellness/AssessmentsAndTraining.htm
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Don’t forget to join us from 8pm-10pm every Wednesday for our Moonlight Swim!