Information and Deadlines
African American Heritage Month
February
Black History Month, or National African American History Month, is an annual celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of African Americans in U.S. history. The event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating black history.
COB Canned Food Drive
February, Glass Hall Room 400
The College of Business is sponsoring a canned food drive to benefit The Kitchen. Beta Alpha Psi members, an international honors organization for accounting, finance and information systems students, are assisting with this event.
Collection boxes can be found in all COB department offices in Glass Hall.
Flu Shots at Taylor Health and Wellness
Starting September 25
Flu Shots: Starting 9/25/15 at 1 pm
Reduce the risk of flu illness and ruining your holidays and finals.
Come to Taylor Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:15 pm 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.
Sustainability Newsletter
http://www.missouristate.edu/assets/Sustainability/September2015Newsletter.pdf
The Sustainability@MSU newsletter lets students, faculty, staff and community members stay up-to-date on what is happening on campus related to sustainability. The newsletter includes exciting announcements, updates on current programs and upcoming events as well as resources for how to live more sustainability.
Haven
Haven is a required online course for all in-coming freshmen and transfer students to complete to initiate understanding of consent, sexual assault, relationship violence, and bystander intervention. If this course is not completed by the student prior to the student’s spring registration date within the student’s first year at Missouri State University, a Registration Hold will be placed on the student’s account. This hold will be lifted from the account once completion of Haven has occurred.
Events
Hallowed Grounds: Sites of African American Memory
February, Park Central Branch Library
A slide show/exhibit celebrating African American heritage and history.
Images and Books of African Cultural and Art
February, The Library Station
An exhibit honoring Black history and heritage.
WellFit
February, Foster Recreation Center
A month long event which promotes and engages healthy, multidimensional wellness options offered by Campus Recreation for Foster Recreation Center student, staff and faculty members. Many prizes are available throughout the program. A one-time fee of $5 is required, but that will give the participant a level one punch card, a drawstring bag, a Frisbee, and a coozie. After completing the level one punch card they can turn that in for a free level two punch card and blender bottle. After completing that, they can turn it in for a level three punch card and either chapstick or a paracord bracelet. Finally, after completing that punch card they can turn it in for a phone arm band. All completed punch cards will also be entered in a drawing to win even bigger prizes!!
Student Affairs in Higher Education Assessment Symposium
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM, February 18, PSU 3rd Floor
The SAHE Assessment Symposium is dedicated to showcasing the assessment work that has taken place by the students in the Student Affairs in Higher Education (SAHE) program at Missouri State University. The Assessment Symposium provides a learning opportunity for staff, faculty and students at Missouri State University as well as varying institutions in the Springfield area. Come support our students and learn about various program assessments that have taken place on Missouri State University’s campus.
CNAS Student Expo
3:00 – 5:00 PM, February 18, PSU Ballroom West
Student Organizations within the College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) will be having a joint Expo on Thursday, February 18th from 3 to 5pm in PSU Ballroom West.
This is a social event organized by CNAS student organizations and open to ALL students that would like to learn more about these student organizations, and are looking for opportunities to connect with other students with similar interests. There will be games, pizza, drinks, raffles, and an opportunity for everyone to win one of three $50 gift cards!!
PLAY – Uncle Vanya
7:30 PM Feb. 18-19, 22-26 & 29
2:30 PM Feb. 21 & 28
Craig Hall Balcony Theatre
Originally published in 1897, Chekhov’s classic existential comedy is resonating with contemporary audiences, thanks to this fresh new translation in everyday English. Vanya and his niece Sonya have devoted their lives to managing the family’s country estate. A large share of the proceeds has gone to support the urban lifestyle of Sonya’s father, Professor Serebryakov, whose late wife was Vanya’s sister. Now retired, the self-absorbed professor has returned to the estate with his beautiful, much younger second wife, Yelena. Their arrival disrupts the work of the farm and unleashes a torrent of long sublimated emotions. Both Vanya and his friend Astrov, the village doctor, fall under the spell of the sensuous Yelena, while Sonya confesses her unreciprocated love for Astrov, and all must face their regrets and unfulfilled dreams. Uncle Vanya plumbs the depths of the human psyche with insight, wit and compassion.
Written by Anton Chekhov
Translated by Paul Schmidt
Directed by Melanie Dreyer-Lude
SPSS “Ask the Experts” Open Session
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM February 19, Meyer Library 205
Every Friday between 10:00 am – 12:00 pm in Meyer Library 205 Technology Training Center, any faculty, staff, or student can get walk-in assistance from an SPSS Expert. No appointment necessary! Just come and go at your convenience.
“Ask the Experts’ SPSS Open Session can help with anything SPSS, from basic to advanced! Just drop in at your convenience and receive assistance with your SPSS questions and issues.
These sessions are brought to you by RStats Institute and Computer Services Help Desk.
Click to view all Ask the Experts Open Session opportunities.
“Always Being Now” Photography Exhibition
starting 11:00 February 19, Studnet Exhibtion Center
Showcasing the work by Missouri State University Art+Design photography students. This exhibition is a complement to the Smithsonian “Searching for the Seventies: DOCUMERICA Photography Project” being exhibited in the Brick City Gallery from March 4 through April 19.
Teach English Overseas with Cambridge CELTA
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM February 19, Morris Center room 500
If you are interested in teaching English overseas, come to this information session to find out more about the Cambridge CELTA offered at Missouri State University.
Jennifer Johnston, ELI Teacher Training Programs Director
“Ask the Experts” Blackboard Open Session
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM February 19, Meyer Library Room 205
Computer Services hosts “Ask the Experts” Blackboard Open Sessions every Friday afternoon from 1:30 – 4:30pm to assist all Learning Management System users on a variety of features and tools.
Registration is not required – Simply stop by any Friday that the University is open, and a Blackboard expert will be available for one-on-one assistance.
Attend Virtually – Log in to Ask the Experts Virtual Office Hours to get help from a Blackboard Expert online via Collaborate.
The Participant Quick Reference Guide will walk you through downloading and using Collaborate to ask your questions.
Geography, Geology and Planning Seminar
3:30 AM – 4:30 PM February 19, Temple Hall Room 345
Sedimentary Records of Human-Induced Landscape Change since the Neolithic in the Western Pyrenees Mountains of France
David Leigh is a professor of Geography and the Director of the Geomorphology Laboratory at the University of Georgia, where he is an associate member of the Centers for Archaeological Sciences, Latina American and Caribbean Studies, and the River Basin Center. He teaches geomorphology classes on all levels (freshman to graduate-level). His research focuses on geomorphic and stratigraphic records of environmental change during the late Quaternary period (past 130,000 years) with complementary emphasis on geoarchaeology. His main interests involve fluvial, eolian, and soil systems. Dr. Leigh is a Fulbright Scholar (2009 award for study in Uruguay and Argentina). Also, he received the 2008 G.K. Gilbert Award for Excellence in Geomorphic Research from the Association of American Geographers. He currently conducts research in the Mixteca highlands of south-central Mexico, the Pyrenees Mountains of southern France, and the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, where he examines geomorphic expression of natural and human-induced environmental change. David enjoys the outdoors, including gardening, hunting, fishing, hiking, and of course field work in geomorphology. Dr. Leigh has the following degrees: B.A., University of Colorado, Geography, 1982; M.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison, Geography, 1988; and Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison, Geography, 1991.
Cultural Corner
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM February 19, Morris Center Lobby
Cultural Corner is an activity run by the Office of International Programs in which American and International students get together to discuss various topics. It is a great way for International students to practice their language skills and for all involved to broaden their knowledge of the world.
“Darkness and Light” – Faculty Recital
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM, February 19, Ellis Hall 217b
This program will feature works that explore the themes of darkness and light as they relate to the perception and rhetoric of music and the arts over the last 400 years
Dr. Jason Hausback, bass trombone with special guest Dr. Natalyia Sukhina, piano, Texas Tech University
Jazz at the Q
8:00 pm – 10:00pm, February 19, 308 W. Commerical St. Springfield MO
Chris Burnett, a prominent alto saxophonist, jazz musician and composer, who began his active career at 18 years old as a performing artist with the US Army Bands Career Program, is performing live starting at 8pm located at the Q Enoteca (308 W Commercial St, Springfield, MO 65803)
Chris Burnett is an alto saxophonist, composer, recording artist and educator who began his active career at the age of 18 years old when he was selected by audition and accepted for musical service as a performing artist with the US Army Bands Career Program, where he performed and toured with several noteworthy professional US military band organizations for audiences at numerous locations in the continental United States and overseas. Subsequently, Mr. Burnett has continued as a life-long learner while performing music professionally for over three decades.
Born in Olathe, Kansas, he was ultimately raised in Paola after his family had traveled extensively in early childhood and lived at such places as: France, Michigan and Colorado. His studies in instrumental music began seriously under clarinetist, James R. Fuchs. Mr. Fuchs was the local school band director who exposed him to professional saxophone players like Charles Molina and Gary Foster during those formative years. He has studied with numerous significant teachers and at the Armed Forces School of Music, Webster University, Columbia College, Berklee College of Music, and American University.
Mr. Burnett is a former director of the Jazz Ensemble Program at Missouri University of Science and Technology (formerly University of Missouri-Rolla); a former director of the NATO Jazz Ensemble; and, a former featured performing member of the Faculty Jazz Ensemble of the Armed Forces School of Music that was under the direction of Maurice Williams, Jr. (former leader of the Army Blues Jazz Ensemble).
As a composer, Mr. Burnett is the 1995 5-Star Award of Merit Winner of the National Federation of Music Clubs for his original composition and arrangement for big band, titled “Daedalus”. “Daedalus” was initially recorded by the award-winning Engineer Center Jazz Ensemble and published on the highly acclaimed compact disc recording by the 399th US Army Band, titled “Essayons” – which was also the first-ever CD recording released in that particular military band’s history. Today, Chris Burnett has established a credible reputation as one of the finest alto saxophonists of his generation and is considered among Kansas City’s most respected jazz artists. He has two commercial CD recordings available on the Artists Recording Collective label.
TRIO/MRC MLK Day of Service
9:00 am – 1:00pm, February 20, Meyer Library Room 109
The Office of TRIO Programs and Multicultural Resource Center will host a day of service on February 20, 2016. We invite students to join in the events of the day by participating in service events held at the following sites across the city of Springfield:
• Habitat for Humanity (15 people)
• Ronal McDonald House (15 people)
• Ozarks Food Harvest (25 people)
• Harmony House (6 people)
• Springfield-Greene County Library (5 people)
Please contact myself at 417.836.5652 or Bretticca Moody at 417.836. 6110 for questions. Any assistance would be much appreciated.
Contact Dominiece Hoelyfield, Asst. Director for the Office of Multicultural Programs at 417.836.5652 and/or Bretticca Moody, TRIO Academic Advisor/1st Year Exp Coordinator at 417.836.6110.
“Always Being Now” Photography Exhibiton
11:00 – 6:00 February 22, Student Exhibition Center
Showcasing the work by Missouri State University Art+Design photography students. This exhibition is a complement to the Smithsonian “Searching for the Seventies: DOCUMERICA Photography Project” being exhibited in the Brick City Gallery from March 4 through April 19.
Communication Week:
Starting 11:30 – 1:00 February 22, PSU Ballroom East
Communication Week Guest Scholar: Dr. Sandra Petronio
Sandra Petronio, Ph.D.
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, February 22
Petronio (PhD. University of Michigan) is currently a Professor in the IU Department of Communication Studies at IUPUI (Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis) and in the IU School of Medicine. She is also Senior Affiliate Faculty in the Charles Warren Fairbanks Center for Medical Ethics, IU Health, and an adjunct faculty in the IU School of Nursing and Informatics. Recently, she has been appointed Director of the newly formed, Communication Privacy Management Center. Petronio’s areas of expertise are in interpersonal, health, and family communication. She studies privacy, disclosure, and confidentiality and developed the evidenced-based “Communication Privacy Management” (CPM) theory over the last 35 years. Her book on CPM theory, published in 2002 entitled, “Boundaries of Privacy: Dialectics of Disclosure” won the Gerald R. Miller Award from the National Communication Association and the book award from the International Association of Relationship Research. Her work on CPM theory has been used across a number of cultures, in many contexts, including social media, health, family, business, and the in legal domain. Petronio has published five other books, including one co-authored on HIV/AIDS and disclosure, numerous articles in scholarly journals and chapters, served as a journal editor and special issues editor for several communication journals. She received the National Communication Association’s Bernard J. Brommel Lifetime Award for Excellence in Family Communication and the National Communication Association’s Mark Knapp Award in Interpersonal and recently received the WSCA Distinguished Scholar Award. She also served as President of the International Association of Relationship Research and the Western States Communication Association.
Communication Week: Foundation (Dr. Kory Floyd)
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, February 23
Kory Floyd, Ph.D.
Kory Floyd is a professor of interpersonal communication and the author of 12 books, including The Loneliness Cure: Six Strategies for Finding Real Connections in Your Life.
Raised near Seattle, Kory earned an undergraduate degree in English at Western Washington University. He then received his masters degree in communication from the University of Washington and his PhD in communication from the University of Arizona. His work as a college professor at the University of Arizona focuses on how people show affection for each other in their close relationships and on the problems we face when we don’t have enough intimacy in our lives.
http://koryfloyd.com/Dr._Kory_Floyd/Welcome.html
Communication Week: Foundation (Dr. Jeffrey Q. McCune, Jr.)
Communication Week Guest Scholar: Dr. Jeffrey Q. McCune, Jr.
Dr. Jeffrey Q. McCune, Jr.
Ph.D Performance Studies, Northwestern University
(Focus: African-American Studies and Gender Studies)
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, February 24
Research Interests:
Research interests include popular culture; masculinity; critical/race/gender/sexuality theory; performance studies; queer theory; contemporary African-American Literature, Culture and Media communication.
Selected Publications:
Sexual Discretion: Black Masculinity and the Politics of Passing,forthcoming 2014 – University of Chicago Press
Journal Articles
“A Good Black Manhood is Hard to Find: Toward a Transgressive Reading Practice.” Spectrum: A Journal on Black Men (2012) 121-140.
“Out’ in Da Club: The Down Low, Hip-Hop, and the Architexture of Black Masculinity.” Text and Performance Quarterly (2008) 298-314.
“Transformance: Reading the Gospel in Drag.” Journal of Homosexuality(2004) 151-167.
Awards:
Beta Omicron Distinguished Alumni, Cornell College, 2009-2010
University of Maryland General Research Book Support Award, 2008-2009
University of Maryland General Research Board Summer Award, 2008.
Communication Week: Foundation (Dr. Larry Frey)
Communication Week Guest Scholar: Dr. Larry Frey
Dr. Larry Frey
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, February 25
Professor and Associate Chair of Graduate Studies in the Department of Communication at the University of Colorado Boulder. At the undergraduate level, Dr. Frey teaches quantitative communication research methods and a senior seminar on communication and human relations. At the graduate level, he primarily teaches communication research and theory (introduction to graduate study), applied communication, and qualitative methods.
Dr. Frey’s research seeks to understand how participation in collective communicative practices (especially by those who are marginalized and oppressed) makes a difference in people’s individual and communal lives, and how communication researchers can use their theories, methods, pedagogies, and other practices to promote social justice. Dr. Frey is the author or editor of 17 books and 90 other publications, with that work receiving 19 distinguished awards, including the National Communication Association’s (NCA) Gerald M. Phillips Award for Distinguished Lifetime Applied Communication Scholarship and NCA’s Group Communication Division’s Career Achievement Award. Dr. Frey served as president of the Central States Communication Association and is a recipient of the Outstanding Young Teacher Award from that organization, as well as a recipient of the Master Teacher Award from the Communication and Instruction Interest Group of the Western States Communication Association.
Resume Madness Events – Spring 2016
Résumé Madness is held each semester at various locations around campus. Bring a printed copy of your résumé to receive a quick review and tips for your résumé. Employers often are assisting with résumé critiques as well.
Students: Please bring your BearPass Card to check-in.
Please note: You also may receive assistance with your résumé in the Career Center in Carrington 309. No appointments are necessary during walk-in hours (Monday – Friday from 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM – when classes are in session).
College of Natural & Applied Sciences
Monday, February 22, 2016
Temple Hall First Floor (study pit area)
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
College of Health & Human Services
Monday, February 29, 2016
Professional Building, Fourth Floor
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Wellness Expo
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM February 22, Foster Recreation Center
The purpose is for students, both graduate and undergraduate, to understand and feel comfortable accessing the resources that are offered on campus which will contribute to their overall health as they engage in activities that foster community, environmental, spiritual, occupational, financial, physical, intellectual, mental, and emotional well-being. Several organizations and departments from across campus will be in attendance. Participants of the WellFit program (separate event happening February 1-March 1) will received double points on their punch cards this day as well. All attendees of the Wellness Expo will be entered into drawings for awesome prizes.
Voice Recital with Dr. Mitra Sadeghpour
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM, February 22, Ellis Hall 217b
A Voice Recital with Dr. Mitra Sadeghpour will be held in the Ellis Recital Hall at 4pm on Monday, February 22nd.
Psychology Club Presents: Movie Night with ‘Advocates for Disabilties’
4:00 PM – 6:30 PM, February 22, Hill Hall room 400
For more information regarding Psychology Club, please stop by Hill 101 or visit our websitehttp://organizations.missouristate.edu/psychclub_psichi.
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All Bands Concert
7:30 – 9:30 PM, February 22, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
All Bands Concert
Choices for Sustainable Living Discussion Course
3:00 – 4:00PM, February 24, Meyer Library room 209
“The term “sustainability” is used so freely, it’s difficult to understand what it can mean. At its essence, sustainability embodies hope for a healthy, just and bright future for us all. Choices for Sustainable Living provides participants a powerful opportunity to explore sustainability more deeply and learn its unique meaning from individual, societal and global perspectives. Choices for Sustainable Living helps you discover new ways of living and together, make change more possible and powerful.”
Participants of this course will meet for six, one-hour sessions to:
• Explore the meaning of sustainability
• Consider the ties between lifestyle choices and their impact on Earth
• Learn about steps that can be taken to move toward ecologically sustainable organizations, lifestyles, and communities
These courses are completely FREE, open to all MSU students, faculty, and staff and do not require any prior knowledge or experience with the topic.
We only have space for 12 people, sign-up today to reserve your spot.
To sign-up, contact Jordan Schanda, Sustainability Coordinator
Or fill out the online interest form
Ethics Bowl Competition Information Meeting
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM, February 23, Glass Hall 429
Professors Merrigan, LaPreze and Frederick would like to invite you to an informational meeting about MGT 442 (Management Topics in Organizational Behavior) and becoming a member of Missouri State’s first Ethics Bowl team.
We will provide an overview of the MGT 442 course to be used for this, participation in the
2016 Regional Ethics Bowl in Chicago, the academic credits involved and how to enroll for this
fall 2016 course.
All students are welcome to the meeting. The only pre-requisites for the course are that you are in academic good standing in your major and that you are currently taking or have completed MGT 340. We look forward to seeing you soon.
SPSS “Ask the Experts” Open Session
10:00 – 12:00 PM, February 26, Meyer Library 205 Technology Center
Every Friday between 10:00 am – 12:00 pm in Meyer Library 205 Technology Training Center, any faculty, staff, or student can get walk-in assistance from an SPSS Expert. No appointment necessary! Just come and go at your convenience.
“Ask the Experts’ SPSS Open Session can help with anything SPSS, from basic to advanced! Just drop in at your convenience and receive assistance with your SPSS questions and issues.
These sessions are brought to you by RStats Institute and Computer Services Help Desk.
Click to view all Ask the Experts Open Session opportunities.
University Symphony Orchestra
7:30 – 9:00 PM February 23, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Winter Concert
*Rain Worthington, Tracing a Dream
Brahms, Symphony No. 2, D major, Op. 73
Admission is free.
Missouri State University Symphony Orchestra
Dr. Christopher Kelts, music director/conductor
Guest Artist Recital: Solo Oboist Kostis Hassiotis
8:00 – 10:00PM, February 24, Ellis Hall 217b
Guest Artist, Dr. Kostis Hassiotis, solo oboist, will perform on Wednesday, February 24, 2016, at 8 pm in Ellis Recital Hall.
Hassiotis will also conduct a master class during the noon hour the following day in Ellis Recital Hall.
Oboist Dr. Kostis Hassiotis (1966), a graduate from the State Conservatory of Thessaloniki (1993), from the Folkwang University of Arts in Essen, Germany (1995), from the Department of Chemical Engineering, Polytechnic School, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1997) and a Doctor (DMA) from the City University London (2010), combines active artistic presence with research and teaching of music practice. As a soloist, he has performed with various symphony orchestras in England and has given many recitals and chamber music concerts in Greece, Germany and England, playing both oboe and English horn. His repertoire includes masterpieces from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and conventional 20th-Century music, as well as contemporary music from the 20th and 21st Century. Hassiotis has collaborated with many Greek and foreign soloists and composers, performing World- and Greek-premieres of their pieces, some of which have been composed for himself. For many years he was a principal member of the State Orchestra of Thessaloniki and the City of Thessaloniki Symphony Orchestra.
Hassiotis has presented in several international music conferences in Greece and abroad. He has taught oboe at the State Conservatory of Thessaloniki since 2000 and has been a member of staff (currently Associate Professor) at the Department of Music Science and Art, University of Macedonia in Thessaloniki since 2002, where he teaches oboe, chamber music, instrumental didactics and wind ensemble coaching. His research interests include the impact of historical research in music performance and teaching, the adaption of modern scientific trends in music performance and pedagogy and the critical editing and performance of neglected works for wind instruments by Greek composers.
Master Class: Guest Oboist Kostis Hassiotis
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, February 25, Ellis Hall 217b
A master class with Guest Oboist Kostis Hassiotis will be held in Ellis Recital Hall on Thursday, February 25, 2016 from noon – 1 p.m. Area high school and college oboists may reserve a spot by contacting Dr. Cynthia Green Libby, Professor of Oboe at Missouri State University, at 417-836-5547 or via email at cynthialibby@missouristate.edu.
Kostis Hassiotis is Solo Oboist and Associate Professor of the University of Macedonia and Professor at the State Conservatory of Thessaloniki. He is performing an oboe recital at Missouri State on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 8 p.m. in Ellis Recital Hall. The public is invited to both events free of charge.
Mummenshanz
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM February 25, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
For more than four decades, MUMMENSCHANZ has captivated audiences around the globe. Formed in 1972, the Swiss mask theatre troupe paved the way for nonverbal theatre and multiple new genres. The group creates a playful and uniquely memorable theatre experience without words – their inventive use of shadow, light and creative manipulation of objects tell humorous stories in a universal “language.” The result is a family-friendly and visually stunning spectacle that transcends cultural barriers and sparks the imagination.
This performance is part of Hammons Hall’s David B. McQueary Family Theatre series, and is recommended for ages 5 and up.
Fite Family Piano Festival Spring Recital
7:30 – 9:30 PM, February 25, Ellis Hall 217b
A solo piano recital given by Avguste Antonov.
The Fite Family Piano Festival consists of fall and spring guest artist events presented annually and made possible by an endowment established by Leslie R. Fite in honor of the Fite Family.
Pianist Avguste Antonov is an artist in residence at The Master’s Touch School of Music & Performing Arts, LLC. in Grapevine (Texas) and leads an active solo career.
Antonov is a dedicated performer of 20th and 21st century American living composers, and has performed world and USA premieres at venues across North America. Over the years, he has worked with composers Carter Pann, Raina Murnak, Matthew Lewis, Till Meyn, Matthew Saunders, Robert Rollin, William Vollinger and others. In 2012, Antonov was a music reviewer and guest performer for the Society of Composers, Inc Region 6 Convention.
Antonov has presented recitals in Bordeaux (France), Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Florida, Pennsylvania, Texas, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee and has been featured as soloist with many ensembles including the San Jose State University Wind Symphony, the San Jose Wind Symphony, the Alton Symphony Orchestra and the Tulsa Camerata.
Previous seasons highlights include a recital at the Bulgarian Ambassador Residence in Washington, DC, the performance of Carter Pann “Concerto Logic” with the San Jose State University Wind Ensemble, a live performance for the Kansas Public Radio and the world premiere of Matthew Saunders “Piano Concerto” with the University City (MO) Symphony.
Nuts & Bolts of Studying Away
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM February 26, Plaster Student Union 308 A
Interested in studying abroad but you’re just not sure where to begin? Come to a Nuts and Bolts of Studying Away session to get preliminary information about studying abroad, various Study Away options, and the application process. These sessions are fun and informal, so just drop by and ask your questions. We hope to see you there!
“Ask the Experts” Blackboard Open Session
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM February 26, Meyer Library Room 205
Computer Services hosts “Ask the Experts” Blackboard Open Sessions every Friday afternoon from 1:30 – 4:30pm to assist all Learning Management System users on a variety of features and tools.
Registration is not required – Simply stop by any Friday that the University is open, and a Blackboard expert will be available for one-on-one assistance.
Attend Virtually – Log in to Ask the Experts Virtual Office Hours to get help from a Blackboard Expert online via Collaborate.
The Participant Quick Reference Guide will walk you through downloading and using Collaborate to ask your questions.
Registration is not required – Simply stop by any Friday that the University is open, and a Blackboard expert will be available for one-on-one assistance.
Attend Virtually – Log in to Ask the Experts Virtual Office Hours to get help from a Blackboard Expert online via Collaborate.
The Participant Quick Reference Guide will walk you through downloading and using Collaborate to ask your questions.
Heroes of the Struggle: Big Momma’s Back Porch Theatre
7:30 AM – 9:30 PM February 26, 217 E. Commercial Street
An opportunity for the audience members to learn and ask questions related to identity, diversity and discrimination based on the panelist’s personal biographies at Big Momma’s located on 217 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO 65803 starting at 7:30pm.
For more information contact Lyle Foster at LyleFoster@MissouriState.edu-OR- (417) 836-3018.
Stories of Diversity at the Q Enoteca
8:90 PM – 9:30 PM February 27, 308 W. Commercial Street
Springfield community members share their own personal biographies and experiences dealing with multiple forms of discrimination at the Q Enoteca (308 W Commercial St, Springfield, MO 65803) on Feb. 27 from 8-9:30 p.m.
For more information contact Lyle Foster at LyleFoster@MissouriState.edu-OR- (417) 836-3018.
With the Ironclads: Following Second Kansas Colored Infantry Through the Civil War
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, February 28, The Library Center Auditorium
A presentation regarding how numerous freed and liberated Missouri slaves filled the ranks of the regiment and transitioned from slave to soldiers who earned their place in Civil War history.
Jeff Patrick, Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Librarian and Brian Grubbs, Local History and Genealogy Department Manager.
Composition Festival
3:30 pm – 6:30pm, February 28, Ellis Hall 217 b
Featuring performances of the finalists of the 7th Annual 72-Hour Composition Challenge.
Chorale Concert
6:00 pm – 8:00pm, February 28, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Concert will be held at Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts at 7:30pm and will feature music for piano and choir
SAC Events
Find out more about SAC films, concerts, and comedy by looking at our SAC Events Blog.
SAC Campus Events: Rock ‘n Bowl
February 19 & February 26, 7 pm – 10 pm, PSU Level 1 Game Center
Free bowling and games are available every Friday from 7-10 PM courtesy of Student Activities Council.
SAC Presents: Grocery Bingo
February 25, 9pm – 12pm, PSU Food Court
A bingo night with a ton of grocery baskets full of snacks, drinks, and residence hall essentials as prizes. There will also be free snacks.
SAC Films Presents: Mad Max: Fury Road
February 24 and 28, 9 – 12pm PSU Theater
FREE POPCORN!
Student Activities Council shows movies every Wednesday and Sunday in the PSU Theater at 9pm.
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Be a Commencement Speaker
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Student to Scholar Information Sessions – Research Assistant Opportunity
We invite you to attend the upcoming Scholar 2 Scholar Information meetings.
The Scholar 2 Scholar Program supports faculty mentoring of students who receive Work Study financial aid. Eligible students are assigned research assistant positions with qualified faculty to support their academic experience. This program is designed to increase retention rates and provide improved opportunities for graduate studies. Scholar 2 Scholar is supported by the Division for Diversity and Inclusion and the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning.
Please share the attached information flyers with students and faculty.
Student Scholar 2 Scholar Information Meetings
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Scholar to Scholar Student Session in PSU 317A
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Scholar to Scholar Student Session in PSU 317
Faculty Scholar 2 Scholar Information Meetings
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Scholar to Scholar Faculty Session in Meyer Library 204
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Scholar to Scholar Faculty Session in Meyer Library 204
If you have questions or requests for additional information, please contact Dr. Jamaine Abidogun, Diversity Fellow, at 836-5916 orjamaineabidogun@gmail.com
Bearisters
SPSS Open Session for Assistance
Every Friday from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm in Meyer Library 205 Technology Training Center students can get walk-in assistance from an SPSS Expert. No appointment necessary! Just come and go at your convenience. For anything SPSS, from basic to advanced, just drop in at your convenience and receive assistance with yourSPSS questions and issues.
These sessions are brought to you by RStats Institute and Computer Services Help Desk.
Community Involvement Fair
The Community Involvement Fair is co-sponsored by Community Involvement & Service, Citizenship and Service-Learning, Public Affairs Support and the Career Center. This event invites community agencies to come on campus and exchange information with Missouri State students, faculty, and staff. The goal of the Community Involvement Fair is to foster a relationship between the Missouri State Community and local organizations.
- Faculty & Staff – Are you looking to engage your students in meaningful service and learning opportunities or internships? Promote this event to your students and attend yourself!
- Student Organizations – Take advantage of this opportunity early in the semester to make some great community contacts for volunteer and internship opportunities. These community agencies love working with student groups on initiatives that serve our community.
- Student Volunteers – Are you looking to enrich your college experience through community service or an internship? Are you passionate about a particular social issue? Come by the Community Involvement Fair and learn about organizations making a difference in our city, state, nation, and the world!
This year, our Fall Community Involvement Fair will be on Wednesday, February 24th in the Plaster Student Union. The event will run from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Check-in for agencies will begin at 8:30 a.m.
Missouri State Basketball Recycling
Every year Missouri State participates in RecycleMania, a national competition between colleges and universities to reduce waste and increase recycling. In celebration of RecycleMania, we will be raising awareness and increasing recycling at the Men’s Home Basketball games in February.
Volunteers will stand at the recycling stations before and after the game and during half time to help patrons determine what is recyclable. All volunteers should meet inside the main entrance to JQH arena 15 minutes early to get their location assignment and instructions. As a bonus, volunteers will be able to watch the game from the student section between their shifts.
Please see the sign-up genius for dates and times available.
Contact: Jordan Schanda
Email: jordanschanda@missouristate.edu
Phone: 417-836-4993
Location: JQH Arena
Ozarks Public Television – Seuss Science Day
Join us for a Seuss-filled day at the Discovery Center! We are looking for energetic and fun loving volunteers to help us out with our very popular Seuss Science Day on Saturday, February 20 at the Discovery Center in Springfield. There are a variety of duties to choose from, with morning and afternoon shifts available.
Check out our sign up page and choose the position that works best for you!
Contact: Tonia Castaneda
Email: ToniaCastaneda@missouristate.edu
Phone: 417-836-4402
Location: 438 E St. Louis Street
Sertoma Chili Cook Off
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield is excited to share a fun volunteer opportunity with students. On February 27th, the Sertoma Chili Cook-Off will be held at the Springfield Expo Center from 11am to 5pm. For more information, individuals can visit www.sertomachilicookoff.com. Individuals interested in volunteering can sign up here. Questions? Contact Pat Garland for more information.
Contact: Pat Gartland
Email: pgartland@bgclubspringfield.org
Phone: 417-862-9249
Location: Springfield Expo Center
Athletics
For a review of events that have already happened, please visit our Athletics Blog Page
- Sunday, February 21 at 3:00, Men’s Basketball vs. Loyola Chicago, JQH Arena
- Wednesday, February 24 at 7:05, Men’s Basketball vs. Drake, JQH Arena
- Friday, February 26 at 1:00, Women’s Tennis vs. Saint Louis, Cooper Tennis Complex
- Saturday, February 27 at 2:05, Women’s Basketball vs. Wichita State, JQH Arena
- Saturday, February 27 at 7:00, Men’s Soccer vs. Central Arkansas, Allison South Fields
Campus Recreation
- Spring 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:
· BearFit Schdule Changes:
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o XTrain Circuit Fridays, 2:30-3:30PM
o *NEW* Vinyasa Yoga Mondays, 9:30-10:30AM
o BOSU abs Wednesdays, 3:00-3:45
· Wellness Expo 2016
o February 22, 2016 from 2pm-6pm
o All BearFit classes FREE this day
o Free prizes
o Information on health and wellness
· Register for Hatha Yoga before March 14th! Classes is held every Tuesday from March 15th-April 12th from 12:00-12:50PM.Cost $30 for members
· Register for Yin Restorative Yoga before March 16th! Classes are held every Thursday from March 17th– April 14th from 12:00pm-12:50pm. Cost $30 for members
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WellFit 2016 starts February 1st and ends March 1st.
1. Register: visit the FRC front desk for a mini brochure and punch card explaining the program. After activating your $5 card receive a FREE FRC bag with a coozie and Frisbee.
2. Participate: participate in Campus Recreation’s program areas of fitness, wellness, aquatics, intramurals, & outdoor adventures to collect punches. The more punches, the more cards, the more cards, the more prizes!
3. Win!: Turn in your completed punch card (10 punches with at least 1 punch in 3 different program areas) and be entered to win! You can win massages, and unlimited bearfit pass, bookstore gift cards, and more!
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Now hiring Marketing Assistants! *Work Study Only*
- Now hiring Referees for Intermural Sports! Apply online with student employment
- New Zipline Hours Now open on Fridays from 6:00-8:00PM and Saturdays from 1:00-5:00PM
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Swimming Lessons Session 1 register by February 5th // Cost $40 for Members and $45 for Non-members // Every Tuesday and Thursday from February 9th – 25th
o Beginners 7:30-8:15PM
o Intermediate 8:30-9:15PM
Swimming Lessons Session 2 register by March 17th // Cost $40 for Members and $45 for Non-members // Every Tuesday and Thursday from March 22nd – April 7th
o Beginners 7:30-8:15PM
o Intermediate 8:30-9:15PM
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Lifeguard Certification and Recertification // Cost $175 for Members and $195 for Non-members // Recertification Cost$125 for Members and $150 for Non-members
o Session 1
§ March 17th 8-10PM
§ March 18th 4-10PM
§ March 19th 9-9PM
§ March 20th 9-6PM
o Session 2
§ April 7th 8-10PM
§ April 8th 4-10PM
§ April 9th 9-9PM
§ April 10th 9-6PM
o Session 3
§ April 21st 8-10PM
§ April 22nd 4-10PM
§ April 23rd 9-9PM
§ April 24th 9-6PM
o Recertification
§ April 1st 4-10PM
§ April 2nd 10-4PM
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CPR/AED and First Aid // Cost $55 for CPR/AED and $45 for Frist Aid
o Session 1 February 9th /Registration closes February 5th
§ CPR/AED 4-7PM
§ First Aid 7-9:30PM
o Session 2 March 2nd /Registration closes February 26th
§ CPR/AED 4-7PM
§ First Aid 7-9:30PM
o Session 3 April 4th /Registration closes April 7th
§ CPR/AED 9AM-12PM
§ First Aid 12-12:30PM
o Session 4 May 3rd /Registration closes April 29th
§ CPR/AED 4-7PM
§ First Aid 7-9:30PM
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S.H.A.R.P
o FREE Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention classes in Studio A. Open to ALL students, faculty, and staff! All Sessions are held from 6:30-9:00PM. Please register for the session the day before or sooner.
§ Session 1: February 22-23 // register by 21st of February
§ Session 2: March 28-29 // register by 27th of March
§ Session 3: April 25-26 // register by 24th of April
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Don’t forget about Personal Training and Massage Therapy at the Rec!