Information and Deadlines

Student Teaching Application Deadline

February 1
The application deadline for Fall student teaching is February 1st.

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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.

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Last Day for 25% Credit/Refund – Spring 2016 First Block Classes

February 8
The last day to drop or withdraw from Spring 2016 First Block 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 and payment deadlines can be found here: http://www.missouristate.edu/registrar/feedeadlines.html

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Last Day for 50% Credit/Refund – Spring 2016 Full Semester Classes

February 8
The last day drop or withdraw from Spring 2016 Full Semester classes, with 50% 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 and payment deadlines can be found here: http://www.missouristate.edu/registrar/feedeadlines.html

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LOGOS: Call for Submissions

LOGOS: A Journal of Undergraduate Research will accept submissions from all fields until 11:59 pm on February 15. To be eligible for publication, a submission must have been made for an undergraduate course at Missouri State University or an affiliated campus.
LOGOS is dedicated to publishing outstanding work by undergraduates in every
academic discipline, including original research, essays, creative writing, and artwork. Led by Missouri State’s Faculty Advisory Board and Honors College student editors, LOGOS conforms to the highest standards of scholastic integrity in a blind peer-review process.
For submission guidelines and instructions, visit http://www.missouristate.edu/logos/.

Direct inquiries to Hanna Landgrebe (logos@missouristate.edu).

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Events

Wicked

February 3 – 14, Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
• February 3 – 14, 2016 | More information about tickets and lottery available here.
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Exhibition: VICTORIA GORORAPOPORT “INHABITING MYSTERY”

All Week 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM January 25, Brick City Building 4
The art of Victoria Goro-Rapoport will be on display at Brick City Gallery Monday January 25-Saturday February 20, 2016.
Brick City Gallery is located at 215 West Mill Street, Springfield. Gallery hours are M-F 11am-6pm, and Saturdays Noon-5pm
Exhibit will be open during Springfield First Friday Art Walk February 5, until 10pm.
Galleries are closed national and university holidays.
Russian born Victoria Goro-Rapoport originally trained as a set designer, working with various puppet and drama theaters before emigrating from Russia in 1990. She discovered etching while living in Israel from 1990-1994. She went on to earn her MFA in set design from the University of Utah in 1998, and her MFA in printmaking from the University of Illinois in 2002. Goro-Rapoport is currently Professor of Drawing and Printmaking at the University of Nebraska, Kearney. Her work explores the precarious connection between human-made spaces and the humans who inhabit

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Hallowed Grounds: Sites of African American Memory

February, Park Central Branch Library
A slide show/exhibit celebrating African American heritage and history.

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Images and Books of African Cultural and Art

February, The Library Station
An exhibit honoring Black history and heritage.

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WellFit

February 1, 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!!

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Printmaking and Ceramics Students’ Biennial Exhibition

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM, February 1
Showcasing the printmaking and ceramics work by current Missouri State University Art+Design students.

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The Experience: 2016 Chinese New Year Celebration Week

9:30 – 3:00 February 8, Siceluff Hall Room 124
The Chinese New Year Experience (Monday, February 8, 2016)
• 9:30AM – 10:00AM: Chinese Dragon Parade & Chinese New Year Song
By CHI311, Modern & Classical Languages Department (MCL)
• 10:00AM: Opening
• 11:15AM-12:00PM: Chinese New Year Culture Presentations
By LLT215 Asian Cultural Studies, Modern & Classical Languages Department (MCL)
• 12:00PM – 1:00PM: Traditional Chinese Music Performance
By Dr. John Prescott and Music students
• 2:00PM – 3:00PM: Pick up your Chinese Names
By Hunter Klie and Peng Zhang

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Is it Drama or Trauma? Challenges & Impact of Oppression and Racism on People of Color

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM February 8, PSU Room 315
A session facilitated by the Counseling Graduate Program that provides tools to address racism and forms of oppression that impact people of color.

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The Food Culture: 2016 Chinese New Year Celebration Week

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM February 8, PSU Room 315
Chinese Food Culture (Tuesday, February 9, 2016)
• 10:00AM – 11:00AM: Chinese Cuisine Workshop
By Dr. Helen Zhuang
• 11:00AM – 2:00PM: Chinese Dumpling Workshop
By International Leadership and Training Center (ILTC)

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Dr. Juanita Simmons Plenary Session

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM, February 9, Glass Hall Room 102
Professor Emeritus, Dr. Juanita Simmons from University of Missouri speaks to true diversity and reminds us of why we cannot be complacent in addressing racism throughout education in a plenary session located in Glass Hall 102 on Feb. 9th at 2pm.

Juanita Cleaver Simmons is one of seventeen public school administrators selected to participate in the nationally renowned Cooperative Superintendency Program of the University of Texas at Austin. She completed this program with a Ph.D. in Educational Administration from the University of Texas at Austin, with emphasis in urban superintendency and educational policy and analysis. Her secondary emphasis is social work and community affairs. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in education from Midwestern University. She majored in English and Speech, and minored in Special Education. She attended the University of Texas at Dallas and the University of Dallas receiving advanced graduate studies in Humanities, and North Texas University for Educational Administration. She earned a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from the University of Texas at Austin. Juanita has served over 25 years in public school instruction and leadership, including the Dallas Independent School District, the Texas Education Agency, and the Austin Independent School District. Her curriculum writing experiences include presentations for the U.S. Department of Justice’s Civitas project in Ireland, and cultural exchange projects with several countries in West Africa. She serves as a grants reviewer for the U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC.

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Career Expo Workshop

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM, February 9, Glass Hall Room 227
The Career Center is hosting a variety of workshops to help prepare students for the CAREER EXPO scheduled for Tuesday, February 23 at the SPRINGFIELD EXPO Center from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Below are the different dates, times and locations of the Workshops:
• Tuesday, February 9, 2016; 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM – Glass Hall Room 227
• Wednesday, February 10, 2016; 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Glass Hall, Room 230
• Friday, February 12; 9:00 AM – 10:00 – Glass Hall, Room 230
• Wednesday, February 17; 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM – Strong Hall, Room 200
• Wednesday, February 17; 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM – Duane Meyer Library, Room 101
• Thursday, February 18; 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Pummill Hall, Room 101
• Friday, February 19; 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM – PCOB, Room 232
Please register for one of the workshops you intend to attend throughJobTracks. Once you log in to JobTracks, click on CAREER EVENTS and scroll down to find the CAREER EXPO WORKSHOPS.
It is not mandatory that you attend a workshop if you plan to attend the CAREER EXPO, but is encouraged if you are not familiar with career fairs or want to gain tips for success interacting with employers while seeking an internship/job.
The Workshop will be an informational session on what to expect, how to research employers and graduate schools attending the career fair, and how to interact and follow-up with employers. Overall, the workshop will give tips on how to make the career fair an effective way to network and increase your chances for success in your job/internship/ graduate school search.
The workshops will be conducted by a Career Center staff member.

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Dutchman

6:00 – 9:30 PM, February 9, Plaster Student Union Theater
A powerful one-act drama, Dutchman by Amiri Baraka. The play is a searing two-character confrontation that begins playfully but builds rapidly in suspense and symbolic resonance. Written in the 1960s, it continues to reflect the turbulence of race and gender relations in the United States. – Dutchman “is about how difficult it is to become a man in the United States.” – Amiri Baraka

Sponsors: Division for Diversity & Inclusion, Faculty Center for Teaching & Learning, Theater & Dance Department, Multicultural Resource Center
Play by Amiri Baraka
Director, Darryl Clark, Assistant Professor, Theater & Dance Department

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CNAS Public Lecture Series – Geotourism in action!

7:30 – 8:30 PM, February 9, Temple Hall Room 002
In the past twenty years, a movement has emerged that recognizes the impact of tourism on a community, both positively and negatively. We have seen the successes of resort and theme park development, but we have also experienced the loss of culture, tradition, habitat, natural attractions and an increasingly large human imprint on the environment. We recognize the importance of tourism assets to a community and have addressed their importance in the Geotourism movement, both from the geographic and geologic perspective. While we have defined a need to protect our tourism assets, we have not clearly defined the roles of individuals who need to have the skills to implement that protection. We have not trained the individuals who will protect the very assets we have identified. This presentation has three goals. First, we will describe the new Missouri State University Bachelor of Science Degree in Geography -Geotourism and explain its components. Second, we will define what we believe is a viable, workable Geotourism initiative. Third, we will look at the development of the Home Grown Highway project for Webster and Wright Counties, which incorporates the Geotourism concept.
Linnea Iantria, Senior Instructor, Department of Geography, Geology and Planning

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You Can Afford to Study Away!

1:30 – 2:30 PM, February 10, Plaster Student Union Room 313
Think studying abroad is too expensive? Think again! Study Away Programs and the Office of Financial Aid will present information and tips about financing study away trips. Come to this session to learn about how financial aid applies, what financial opportunities are available to you, and to find out how affordable it can be to study away!

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Choices for Sustainable Living Discussion Course

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM, February 10, 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

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China GA/TA Information Session

3:30 – 4:30 PM, February 10, Gall Hall Room 347
The College of Business is currently seeking graduate business students (MBA, Accelerated MBA, MAcc, MHA or MS PM) to serve as Graduate Assistants (GA) in FA16 and Teaching Assistants (TA) at the MSU Branch Campus in China in SP17. This session will provide information about qualifications, responsibilities, and the application process. Two sessions are offered but the information is duplicated; interested students only need to attend one session.

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Creating Organic: The Role and Impact of U.S. States in Developing Organic Standards

3:30 – 4:30 PM February 10, Strong Hall 200
From 1976-2-10, 38 states adopted legislation regulating the organic food and agricultural market. The project evaluates the causes for the initial emergence and diffusion of organic regulatory policy in the U.S. and the consequences for current and future policy debates for labeling food at the national level. Three case studies (California, Vermont, and Georgia) are presented in addition to quantitative results.
Dr. Samantha Mosier is an assistant professor in Political Science.

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Chemistry Seminar

3:35 – 4:25 PM February 10, Meyer Library Room 101

Soft Matter Presents Hard Problems: New Insights from Advanced Magnetic Resonance
Dr. Jeff White, Professor, Chemistry, Oklahoma State University

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Chamber Orchestra Concert with Violin Guest Artist Roger Frisch

7:30 – 9:30 PM February 10, Ellis Hall 217B

Event Details:
Guest artist, Roger Frisch, will perform with Chamber Orchestra in Ellis Recital Hall

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Mock Interview Event

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM February 11, Plaster Student Union 3rd Floor Ballroom West
The Career Center is hosting their Spring 2016 Mock Interview event on Thursday, February 11 in the Plaster Student Union Ballroom. The event includes 40 minute interview time slots starting at 9:00 am and ending by 4:00 pm.
Several employers of various industries volunteer their time to conduct the interviews. Students can sign-up for one of the time slots throughout the day to gain interview practice and receive feedback from an employer.
Students will need to upload a résumé and sign-up through JobTracks.
The interview time slots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Deadline to register will be Monday, February 8.
Employers participating in the Mock Interview event (to date) are as follows:
• The Arc of the Ozarks
• Abacus CPA
• The Alpha House
• Bass Pro Shops
• Greene County Family Court & Judicial Division
• Key Bank
• Missouri Board of Probation & Parole
• Springfield Police Department
• Mercy Health
• Jack Henry & Associates, Inc.
• Missouri Procurement Technical Assistance Center

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The Music and Art: 2016 Chinese New Year Celebration Week

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM February 11, Siceluff Hall Room 124
Chinese Music and Art (Thursday, February 11, 2016)
• 10:00AM – 11:00AM: Guzheng Demonstration and Workshop
By Xinyue Li
• 12:00PM – 1:00PM: Traditional Chinese Music Performance
By Dr. John Prescott, Music Department
• 1:00PM – 3:30PM: Chinese Calligraphy Demonstration
By Dr. Xin Miao, Geography Department
• 2:40PM – 4:00PM: Chinese Painting Workshop and Exhibition
By Xuehua Jin

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Contain, Crush & Incorporate: A Historical View of Policing the African American Community

2:00 AM – 4:00 PM February 11, Meyer Library Room 101
• The African American Studies Committee Lecture
• “Contain, Crush & Incorporate: A Historical View of Policing the African American Community” argues that in response to the 1960s urban rebellions the U.S. government developed a strategy to contain the African American population, crush militant resistance to racial oppression and incorporate moderate Blacks into the power structure. The strategy was successful in stemming the 1960s Black Power revolt.
• This talk explores the ways in which the strategy of containment undergirds much of the current conflict between police and African Americans. It contends police brutalization of African Americans is largely a consequence of enforcing polices of hyper surveillance designed to limit Blacks’ mobility.
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• University of Illinois-Urbana
Senior Editor, TBS/The Black Scholar, 2011-2015
President of the National Council for Black Studies, 2010-2014
• Sponsors: African and African American Studies Committee, College of Humanities & Public Affairs, College of Arts and Letters, Anthropology & Sociology Department, Political Science Dept, Faculty Center for Teaching & Learning
• Sundiata Keita Cha-Jua teaches in the departments of African American Studies and History at the University of Illinois. He does research on Black community formation, racial violence and African American social movements. He is the author of America’s First Black Town: Brooklyn, Illinois, 1830-1915, Sankofa, and co-editor of Race Struggles. Cha-Jua writes RealTalk: A Black Perspective, a bi-weekly column for the News-Gazette. He trains police recruits in multicultural competence at the University of Illinois Police Training Institute.

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“Invisible Man” by Ralph Ellison Classics Book Discussion Series

6:00 AM – 8:00 PM February 11, Midtown Carnegie Branch Library

An in-depth discussion of one of the Modern Library’s 100 Best Novels

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The Martial Arts: 2016 Chinese New Year Celebration Week

9:30 AM – 3:00 PM February 12, Siceluff Hall Room 124
Chinese Martial Arts (Friday, February 12, 2016)
• 9:30AM – 10:00AM: Yang Style Taiji Demonstration
By Dee Ogilvy
• 10:00AM – 11:00AM: Taiji Workshop
By Jinzi Fan and her students, International Leadership and Training Center
• 11:00AM – 12:00PM: Chinese Kungfu Tea Demonstration
By Sean Gong, College of Business
• 1:00PM – 3:00PM: Chinese Film Screening
By Dr. Weiyang Wang, Media, Journalism & Film Department

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“Ask the Experts” Blackboard Open Session

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, February 12, Cheek 100 Technology Training Center
Computer Services hosts “Ask the Experts” Open Sessions every Friday afternoon from 2:00 – 4:00pm to assist staff on a variety of University technologies.
Registration is not required – Simply stop by any Friday that the University is open, and an expert will be available for one-on-one assistance.
• Argos
• Argos Information Gathering and Reporting Running
• Web Press
Additional “Ask the Experts” Open Sessions are held in the Meyer Library 205 Technology Training Center for Blackboard and Experts.
See the “Ask the Experts” page on the Computer Services Help Desk website for more information.

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Tent Theatre Auditions

all day, Craig Hall
-PERFORMANCE AUDITION INFORMATION-
Performance auditions for the 2016 season of TENT THEATRE will take place on February 13 & 14 at Missouri State University in Craig Hall. This season’s shows include ALL SHOOK UP, UNNECESSARY FARCE, andMY FAIR LADY!
To view audition requirements, schedule an audition, & download an application visit www.tenttheatre.missouristate.edu
The Tent Theatre rehearsal period begins May 23 with the final performance on July 17. Contract end date is July 18 and company members will be awarded full or part-time contracts.
-TECHNICAL POSITIONS APPLICATION INFORMATION –
Carpenters, Electricians, Wardrobe Crew, Marketing, Asst. Stage Managers, Props Crew, Paint Crew, Asst. Technical Director, Running Crew Application Deadline Friday, February 12.
Applications can be picked up on the call board, outside the Scene Shop in Craig Hall, or downloaded at www.tenttheatre.missouristate.edu
Work begins May 16 – July 22.
-FOR MORE INFORMATION-
Contact Managing Director Mark Templeton – (417)836-4644 – marktempleton@missouristate.edu

Tent Theatre has given countless performers and technicians an opportunity for 53 years. Tent Theatre operates as a professional theatre company under the U/RTA Agreement with Actors’ Equity. All members are eligible to earn Equity Membership Candidacy Program points.

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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 5 & February 12, 7 pm – 11 pm, PSU Level 1 Game Center
Free bowling and games are available every Friday from 7-10 PM courtesy of Student Activities Council.
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Opportunities

For more opportunities, subscribe to the Community Opportunities Newsletter.

Bearisters

SPSS Open Session for Assistance

Missouri State Basketball Recycling

Athletics

For a review of events that have already happened, please visit our Athletics Blog Page

• Tuesday, February 2 at 7:05, Men’s Basketball vs. Bradley, JQH Arena
• Friday, February 12 at 7:05, Women’s Basketball vs. Loyola, JQH Arena
• Saturday, February 13 at 3:05, Men’s Basketball vs. Indiana State, JQH Arena
• Saturday , February 13 at 2:05, Women’s Basketball vs. Bradley, JQH Arena

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Campus Recreation

• Spring Foster Recreation Hours

Coming Soon In The Rec:

•       WellFit 2016 starts February 1^st and ends March 1^st.

  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!

•      MSU 1^st Annual Big Bear Lumber Jack Log Rolling Tournament. Register for the tournament by February 11^th FOR FREE.

  Demo Nights:

              January 19^th 4:00-5:30PM

              January 20^th 5:00-6:30PM

              January 26^th 4:00-5:30PM

              January 27^th 5:00-6:30PM

   

  Training Nights:

              February 1^st & 3^rd 6-8PM

              February 2^nd & 4^th 7-9PM

              February 8^th & 10^th 6-8PM

              February 9^th & 11^th 7-9PM

   

  Workshop:

              February 6^th 12:00-4:00PM

   

  Tournament:

              February 13^th 12:00-4:00PM

•       Now hiring Personal Trainers! Apply online today!

• New Zipline Hours Now open on Fridays from 6:00-8:00PM and Saturdays from 1:00-5:00PM

•      Swimming Lessons Session 1 register by February 5^th // Cost $40 for Members and $45 for Non-members // Every Tuesday and Thursday from February 9^th – 25^th  

  o   Beginners 7:30-8:15PM

  o   Intermediate 8:30-9:15PM

  Swimming Lessons Session 2 register by March 17^th // Cost $40 for Members and $45 for Non-members // Every Tuesday and Thursday from March  22^nd – April 7^th   

  o   Beginners 7:30-8:15PM

  o   Intermediate 8:30-9:15PM

• 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 17^th 8-10PM

  §  March 18^th 4-10PM

  §  March 19^th 9-9PM

  §  March 20^th 9-6PM

   

  o   Session 2

  §  April 7^th 8-10PM

  §  April 8^th 4-10PM

  §  April 9^th 9-9PM

  §  April 10^th 9-6PM

   

  o   Session 3

  §  April 21^st 8-10PM

  §  April 22^nd 4-10PM

  §  April 23^rd 9-9PM

  §  April 24^th 9-6PM

   

  o   Recertification

  §  April 1^st 4-10PM

  §  April 2^nd 10-4PM

•      CPR/AED and First Aid // Cost $55 for CPR/AED and $45 for Frist Aid

  o   Session 1 February 9^th /Registration closes February 5^th

  §  CPR/AED 4-7PM

  §  First Aid 7-9:30PM

  o   Session 2 March 2^nd /Registration closes February 26^th

  §  CPR/AED 4-7PM

  §  First Aid 7-9:30PM

  o   Session 3 April 4^th /Registration closes April 7^th

  §  CPR/AED 9AM-12PM

  §  First Aid 12-12:30PM

  o   Session 4 May 3^rd /Registration closes April 29^th

  §  CPR/AED 4-7PM

  §  First Aid 7-9:30PM

•      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 21^st of February

  §  Session 2: March 28-29 // register by 27^th of March

  §  Session 3: April 25-26 // register by 24^th of April

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Information and Deadlines

Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

January 18
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – no classes/offices closed.

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Deadline to request a FERPA hold

January 22
Today is the deadline to request a FERPA hold for removal from Sunshine Law requests.
For more information, refer to the FERPA information webpage.

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Presidential Scholarship Interview Day

January 23
Presidential Scholarship candidates for the 2016-2017 academic year will be on campus to participate in an interview and scholarship program with faculty, staff and students from the Missouri State campus.

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LOGOS: Call for Submissions

LOGOS: A Journal of Undergraduate Research will accept submissions from all fields until 11:59 pm on February 15. To be eligible for publication, a submission must have been made for an undergraduate course at Missouri State University or an affiliated campus.
LOGOS is dedicated to publishing outstanding work by undergraduates in every
academic discipline, including original research, essays, creative writing, and artwork. Led by Missouri State’s Faculty Advisory Board and Honors College student editors, LOGOS conforms to the highest standards of scholastic integrity in a blind peer-review process.
For submission guidelines and instructions, visit http://www.missouristate.edu/logos/.

Direct inquiries to Hanna Landgrebe (logos@missouristate.edu).

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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.

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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 sustainably.

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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.

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Events

Meyer Libarry to Provide Orientation Tours

January 11-22 at 3:00 p.m., Meyer Library Lobby
Beginning January 11 at 3:00 p.m. and continuing through January 22, Meyer Library will offer 30-minute orientation tours of the library’s central service areas and material locations. All tours are open to individuals on a walk-in basis and will begin at the front entrance of the library. See http://libraries.missouristate.edu/ for all dates and times or for further information contact Byron Stewart at 417-836-4533 orByronStewart@missouristate.edu .

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IFC Spring Recruitment

All Week
IFC fraternities will be conducting events on and off campus, to establish relationships with potential new members. For more information contact Dustin Keyhill (Dustin013@live.missouristate.edu).

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Service-Learning Orientation

January 19 9:30, 3:30
January 20 4:00
January 21 11:00, 3:30, 5:00
January 22 9:30, 2:00
The CASL Orientation is MANDATORY for all students interested in completing the service-learning program. If you do not have availability for one of the sessions, please call the CASL office at 417-836.5774.

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Printmaking and Ceramics Students’ Biennial Exhibition

All week
Showcasing the printmaking and ceramics work by current Missouri State University Art+Design students.

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Nuts and Botls of Studying Away

January, 19, Plaster Student Union room 309
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!

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Choices for Sustainable Living Discussion Course

January 20, 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

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“MSU: I’m First” – FAFSA Prep Meeting

January 20, Craig Hall 316
MSU: I’m First will meet on Wednesday, January 20, from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Craig Hall 316 computer classroom to discuss FAFSA preparation.
As first-gen students, we know that one of the things on your mind over the winter break will be FAFSA — the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. We encourage you to discuss this important process with your parents since all federal aid and most university scholarships, grants and even work study opportunities depend upon you successfully completing the 2016-17 FAFSA application by March 31, 2016. You can start filling out FAFSA information after January 1, 2016. It’s easy to save and edit multiple times before submitting.
You will find useful information about FAFSA prep at these sites:
• https://fafsa.ed.gov/
• http://www.missouristate.edu/FinancialAid (General questions: 1-800-283-4243)
• http://www.collegegoalsundayusa.org (A listing of FAFSA Frenzy sites across Missouri.)
• FAFSA 2016 Jump Start Info for MSU Students
Please RSVP if you plan to join us for this session. It’s easy — just clickRSVP, log in with your BearPass and click to RSVP to the Jan. 20, 2016 event.
MSU: I’m First is the new student organization dedicated to celebrating and helping first-generation college students succeed at Missouri State University.
Consider joining MSU: I’m First on Campus Link athttps://missouristate.collegiatelink.net/organization/ImFirst.
Student leaders are Marli Coonrod and Shelby Morrison. Faculty advisor is Mark Biggs

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“Ask the Experts” Blackboard Open Session

January 22, Meyer Library 205 Technology Training Center
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.

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Dallas Children’s Theater THE BFG (Big Friendly Giant)

January 22, Meyer Library 205 Technology Training Center
In an enchanting dramatization of Roald Dahl’s award-winning story, a 15-foot-tall giant teams up with an orphan girl named Sophie to save the children of England from child-eating ogres – with some help from the Queen of England, the British Army, and the Royal Air Force!
Humongous on humor and large on laughs, the story of The BFG was Roald Dahl’s personal favorite. On stage, the Dallas Children’s Theatre brings this whizzcracklingly wacky tale to life with puppets and people creating a fantastical world of towering giants and magical adventures.
This performance is part of Hammons Hall’s David B. McQueary Family Theatre series, and is recommended for ages 7 and up.

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Peer Mediation Training

January 23 at 8:30, Park Central Office Building Room 238
The Center for Dispute Resolution is coordinating a peer mediation training for college students. This training will cover a variety of topics, including the causes and dynamics of conflict, listening skills, negotiation theory, interests vs. positions, getting at the real goals in a conflict, how diversity and power impact conflict, mediation techniques and much more! This training is free for students who wish to learn more about and/or volunteer with the Center’s Peer Mediation Program in area schools. This program provides an exciting opportunity for trained college students to mentor budding “peer mediators” in these schools. As a volunteer you’ll have the opportunity to mediate selected cases in these schools and to coach and support high-school and middle-school peer mediators.
Interested – register now for this training! Seats are limited.
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International Friends Family Orientation

January 23 at 12:30, Glass Hall Room 102
International Friends Family Orientation. Lunch will be served.
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Jason Aldean

January 23 at 7:30, JQH Arena
We Were Here Tour 2016. Open to current students, future students, family of students, alumni, faculty, staff, community, visitors. $62.75. Tickets can be purchased online at WWW.Missouristatetix.com, by phone at 417-836-7678, or in person at JQH Arena Box Office.
n with Special Guests Thomas Rhett, and A Thousand Horses. Saturday, January 23.

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Chorale Concert

January 24 at 3:00, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Chorale will be performing a pre-MMEA concert in Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing at 3:00pm.
This concert will feature guest choirs from Kickapoo HS, Glendale HS, and Willard HS.

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SAC Events

Find out more about SAC films, concerts, and comedy by looking at our SAC Events Blog.

SAC Campus Events: National Popcorn Day

January 19 at 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., PSU North Enterance
Join Student Activities Council in celebrating National Popcorn Day! Come enjoy a variety of popcorn flavors buffet style while celebrating the holiday.

SAC Campus Events: Rock ‘n Bowl

January 22, 7 pm – 11 pm, PSU Level 1 Game Center
Free bowling and games are available every Friday from 7-10 PM courtesy of Student Activities Council.
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Opportunities

For more opportunities, subscribe to the Community Opportunities Newsletter.

Bearisters

Bear Breaks

Athletics

For a review of events that have already happened, please visit our Athletics Blog Page

• Friday, January 15 at 1:00, Women’s Tennis vs. Wichita State, Cooper Tennis Complex
• Friday, January 22 at 7:00, Women’s Basketball vs. Evansville, JQH Arena
• Saturday, January 23 at 10:00, Women’s Tennis vs. Kansas State, Cooper Tennis Complex
• Saturday, January 23 at 12:00, Swimming and Diving vs. Missouri, JQH Arena
• Saturday, January 23 at 3:00, Men’s Basketball vs. Southern Illinois, JQH Arena
• Satuday, January 23 at 7:05, Women’s Basketball vs. Southern Illinois, JQH Arena

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Campus Recreation

• Spring Foster Recreation Hours

Coming Soon In The Rec:

• BearFit Free Week January 11-15! Come try our BearFit Classes the first week of class free of charge!
• 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.

• Experience our Personal Training today and get results you have always wanted! Your first assessment is free

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Information and Deadlines

Plaster Student Union Holiday Tree

due December 14
The Plaster Student Union’s annual holiday tree is up now! Pick up a tag with suggestions for donation items for Rare Breed, Diaper Bank of the Ozarks, or Isabel’s House. Make sure to bring your items back the the PSU by December 14.

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Study Day (No Classes/Offices Open)

December 4
Event Details:
No classes/offices open

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Final Exam Period

December 5-13

Full semester and second block classes will have a two hour final exam.
For specific times see the final exam schedule http://www.missouristate.edu/registrar/finals.html

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Fall 2015 Full Semester Classes End

December 3
Some classes will extend beyond this date. Such classes will be graded with an NG (no grade available) which will be changed upon conclusion of the course.
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Fall Commencement

December 11
For more information, see the commencement websitehttp://www.missouristate.edu/commencement.
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LOGOS: Call for Submissions

November 23
LOGOS: A Journal of Undergraduate Research will accept submissions from all fields until 11:59 pm on February 15. To be eligible for publication, a submission must have been made for an undergraduate course at Missouri State University or an affiliated campus.
LOGOS is dedicated to publishing outstanding work by undergraduates in every
academic discipline, including original research, essays, creative writing, and artwork. Led by Missouri State’s Faculty Advisory Board and Honors College student editors, LOGOS conforms to the highest standards of scholastic integrity in a blind peer-review process.
For submission guidelines and instructions, visit http://www.missouristate.edu/logos/.

Direct inquiries to Hanna Landgrebe (logos@missouristate.edu).

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Academic Advising Award Nomination

Due December 9
Two Missouri State University Curtis P. Lawrence Excellence in Advising awards will be presented during the spring semester 2016. One will honor a faculty advisor, and one will honor an advisor who is part of the professional staff. Each recipient will receive a $1,500 cash award, presented at a reception in March.

To nominate an outstanding advisor, please submit the name by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, December 9 to Kathy Davis, director of the Academic Advisement Center. Candidates may be nominated by current students, alumni, or colleagues. Submit the name in a short e-mail to kathydavis@missouristate.edu .
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Day of the Covenant

November 26
Day of the Covenant is a festival observed to commemorate Baha’u’llah’s appointment of His son, Abdu’l-Baha, as His successor.
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St. Andrew’s Day

November 30
St. Andrew, believed to have been a fisherman and one of Jesus’ first Apostles, is the patron saint of Scotland. St. Andrew’s Day, Scotland’s national holiday, is a time to celebrate all of aspects of Scottish culture.

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Chanukah

December 6-15
This holiday, often misunderstood as the “Jewish Christmas” since it occurs in December, commemorates the victory of the Jewish people, led by the Maccabee family, over the Syrian Greeks in 165 B.C.E. This victory marked the end of a three-year period of religious persecution, restored Jewish independence, and ensured the survival of monotheism (belief in one God). According to legend, whe the Jews returned to cleanse their Temple, which had been defiled by pagan worship, they discovered only enough consecrated oil to keep the holy lamp burning for one day. However, the oil miraculously lasted eight days, the time needed to secure a new supply.
Hanukkah is celebrated by lighting a candle on each of the eight days of celebration. On the first night, one candle is lit in a branched candlestick called a menorah, and an additional candle is lit each night until the eighth night. This ceremony has given the holiday the additional name of “Festival of Lights.” Hanukkah is joyfully celebrated. Special Hebrew hymns, including “Rock of Ages,” are sung, family members exchange gifts, and children play with a dreidel, a four-sided top inscribed with the Hebrew letters for “a great miracle happened there.” Potato pancakes, or latkes, are a traditional food treat, with the oil used for cooking recalling the oil used in the sacred lamp.
A four-sided top for spinning, called a dreidel, is popular for playing various Hanukkah games. Potato pancakes, called latkes, are a very popular food that can be found in many supermarkets or delicatessens.
Jewish holiday observances begin at sunset of the first date listed.

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Bodhi Day

December 8
This day marks the time when Prince Siddhartha Gautama, a spiritual teacher and founder of Buddhism, positioned himself under the Pipul tree and vowed to remain there until he attained supreme enlightenment. Buddhist traditions vary as to what Siddhartha’s experience was while meditating under the tree, but all agree that upon the rising of the morning star, he had experienced enlightenment and attained Nirvana; a state of being free from suffering and broken from the cycle of rebirth. Among truth of existence, freeing himself from all human suffering, and finding perfect happiness. The date is based on the Japanese Buddhist calendar.
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Human Rights Day

December 10
Human rights belong equally to each of us and bind us together as a global community with the same ideals and values. As a global community, we all share a day in common – Human Rights Day on December 10 when we remember the creation 63 years ago of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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International Day of Disabled Persons

December 3
The annual observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3 was established by the International Year for Disabled Persons (1981). The Day aims to promote a better understanding of disability issues with a focus on the rights of persons with disabilities and gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of the political, social, economic and cultural life of their communities. The goal of full and effective participation of persons with disabilities in society and development was established by the World Programme of Action concerning Disabled Persons, adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1982.

A major focus of the Day is practical action to mainstream disability in all aspects of development, as well as to further the participation of persons with disabilities in social life and development on the basis of equality. Highlight progress and obstacles in implementing disability-sensitive policies, as well as promote public awareness of barriers to the full inclusion of persons with disabilities in the lives of their societies.
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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.

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Native American History Month

November 
In response to an effort by many to gain a day of recognition for the great influence American Indians have had upon the U.S., Congress designated a week of October to celebrate Native American Awareness Week in 1976. Yearly legislation was enacted to continue the tradition until August 1990, when President Bush approved the designation of November as National American Indian Heritage Month. Each year a similar proclamation is issued. President Clinton noted in 1996, “Throughout our history, American Indian and Alaska Native peoples have been an integral part of the American character. Against all odds, America’s first peoples have endured, and they remain a vital cultural, political, social, and moral presence.” November is an appropriate month for the celebration because it is traditionally a time when many American Indians hold fall harvest and world-renewal ceremonies, powwows, dances, and various feasts. The holiday recognizes hundreds of different tribes and approximately 250 languages, and celebrates the history, tradition, and values of American Indians. National American Indian Heritage Month serves as a reminder of the positive effect native peoples have had on the cultural development and growth of the U.S., as well as the struggles and challenges they have faced.

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Panamanian Independence Day

November 1-28
The Fiestas Patrias (literally ‘Homeland Festivals’) mark the process by which Panama achieved independence from Spain in 1821, then Colombia in 1903, and (more empirically) from the United States with the handover of the Panama Canal in 1999. The celebration extends over the entire month of November, with various days singled out for their respective honors.
Nov 2 – Day of the Faithful Dead – On this day, processions honor those who fought for Panama’s independence in the many battles that preceded the nation’s full separation from Colombia.

Nov 3 – Separation Day – Inaugural festivities are marked with parades, speeches and celebrations across the nation.

Nov 4 – Flag Day – Tributes are paid to Panama’s red, white and blue flag, which was designed and stitched in secret by Manuel Amador Guerrero and his mother-in-law, Maria Ossa de Amador, so that it would be ready once separation from Colombia was announced.

Nov 5 – Marks the city of Colon’s separation from Colombia, just two days after the country’s capital Panama City made its move.

Nov 10 – Cry of Los Santos – This day marks the public uprising of the town of Los Santos in the province of Los Santos against the Spanish in 1821, triggering similar popular uprisings in town across the country and decisively initiating the move toward full independence from Spain.

Nov 28 – Independence Day – With nationwide separation from Spain finally recognized in 1821, Panama achieves full independence on this day, which is commemorated with the most lavish celebrations of the month, including full-dress military marches, streets packed with dancing and revelry, music, cavalcades and traditional costumes.

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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 sustainably.

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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.

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Events

Exhibit: Respecting and Preserving Art and Artifacts

October 19 – December 18, Meyer Library 306

This exhibit features the research of students in the Fall 2014 course ART/MST 488: Basic Conservation of Art and Artifacts. Students in this integrated Citizenship and Service-Learning class researched the objects as part of their course projects. Objects are on loan from the Ralph Foster Museum, Drury University, Christian County Historical Society, the Guy Mace collection, and other private collections. Students also worked on-site at the Union Campground Cemetery in Springfield.
First offered in 2011 by Dr. Billie Follensbee, ART/MST 488 is an innovative, experiential, hands-on course that combines the advanced historical study and research of art and artifacts with an introduction to conservation techniques.
This exhibit is in Special Collections and Archives in Room 306 of Duane G. Meyer Library.
Special Collections and Archives is pleased to support Dr. Follensbee and her students by providing study space and conservation facilities, as well as developing the current exhibit showcasing the students’ work.
Special Collections hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Additional hours are until 9 p.m. on Tuesdays when classes are in session.

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Design and Image 2015: Biennial Graphic Design and Illustration Exhibition

October 23 – November 13, Student Exhibition Center

Design & Image 2015 is a biennial exhibition of student work from the Missouri State BFA in Design program, including work from the sophomore through the senior levels in both the graphic design and illustration areas.
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Carrie’s Cafe Open 11:30 AM 4th Floor Pummill Hall

November 2, Carrington Hall Room 208
Carrie’s Café is the popular, student-managed restaurant of the hospitality and restaurant administration department. Students enrolled in HRA 435 (Restaurant Management) design Carrie’s menu, prepare and serve the food and market the restaurant.
Carrie’s Café is open to the public during certain times throughout the semester. Please refer to this website for hours and days of operation.
We are now located on the fourth floor of Pummill Hall. Metered parking available in Lot 22, 24 and 38 (Bear Park South). If parking in metered parking at Bear Park South, the Bear Line Shuttle designated Red Route stops at Carrington which is right next to Pummill.

Days of Operation Fall 2015
October 13, 20, 22, 27, 29
November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19
December 1

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Campus Conflict Workshop: Managing Emotions and Diffusing Anger

November 18, Plaster Student Union Room 315 at 12:00 – 1:00 PM
This workshop series is sponsored by the Center for Dispute Resolution, which is part of the Department of Communication in the College of Arts and Letters at Missouri State.
This session is open to the public; Missouri State faculty and staff are encouraged to register for this course via MyLearningConnection.

Presented by Dr. Char Berquist and Heather Blades

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Department of Art+Design Senior BFA in Studio Art Exhibition

November 18, Student Exhibition Center 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

The Department of Art+Design will display the artwork of students completing the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in studio art.

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Tough Talk Table Talk

Starting November 11
This is an open forum that will be facilitated by a Sociology faculty member. The topic for the next two weeks of this semester will be Mizzou and Yale racial differences. These sessions are designed to allow students to talk through their differences in a safe non-judgmental environment. Please bring a sack lunch.

Facilitators: Lyle Foster and Dr. Katie Hoegeman

Wednesday, November 11 @ 12:15pm, STRO 409 “Mizzou and Yale racial differences”
Thursday, November 12 @ 12:15pm, STRO 350 “Mizzou and Yale racial differences”
Wednesday, November 18 @ 12:15pm, STRO 409 “Mizzou and Yale racial differences”
Thursday, November 19 @ 12:15pm, STRO 350 “Mizzou and Yale racial differences”

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“MSU: I’m First” – First Generation College Student Organizational Meeting

November 19, Plaster Student Union 312B at 6:30 PM
Event Details:
Missouri State University has a new student organization!
MSU: I’m First is a student group devoted to helping Missouri State’s first generation college students build community and get the information they need to succeed in college.
On November 19th, the first organizational meeting of this new group will be held in the Plaster Student Union, room 312 B & C, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Over 15 faculty and staff members have already volunteered to serve as mentors to the students in MSU: I’m First.
If you are a first generation college student, or someone interested in mentoring this group, please come join us on the 19th to learn more about how MSU: I’m First can help you succeed at MSU.
Contacts:
Marlina Coonrod, SGA: Coonrod123@live.missouristate.edu
Mark Biggs, Associate Dean, College of Arts & Letters: markbiggs@missouristate.edu

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“Plains Indian Hand Game”

November 19, Plaster Student Union 1st Floor at 7:00 PM
The Yellowhair Family, Kiowa from Oklahoma will conduct a “Plains Indian Hand Game” The hand game is a hiding and guessing game accompanied by drumming and singing.

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MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS by Chip Davis – Broadway Bonus

November 17, 7:30 PM, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Grammy® Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for the past 30 years, featuring the Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller, and dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting. Tickets: $20 – $55

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Aquila Theater in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s THE ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES

November 18, 7:30 PM, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
In this witty, fast paced production, literature’s most legendary sleuth, his trusted sidekick Dr. Watson, and other vivid characters jump from the page to the stage, weaving a tale of mystery, suspense and intrigue. Student rush tickets are available one hour prior to the performance for $10 with a valid student i.d.
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Missouri State Improv – Free Show

November 23 & 30, 9:00 PM, Carrington Hall Room 208
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.

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Vicki Stanton Public Speaking Showcase

November 30, 5:00 PM, Plaster Student Union Theater
The Department of Communication presents the Fall 2015 Vicki Stanton Public Speaking Showcase.
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2016 Theater & Dance Main Stage Auditions

November 30, 6:00 – 10:00 PM, December 1, 6:00pm – 10:00pm, Craig Hall Coger Theater
Missouri State University Theatre & Dance
2016 Spring Unified Auditions
Nov. 30 & Dec. 1, 2015 (Call backs Dec. 2-3)
This is a combined Spring 2016 MSU Main Stage Theatre & Dance productions of Uncle Vanya, Hair, and Dutchman.
Auditions for Mainstage Productions will be held in Coger Theatre in Craig Hall.
Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov
Directed by Melanie Dreyer-Lude
(5w, 4m)
Production Dates: Balcony Theatre
February 18 – 29 (no Saturdays)
Hair book and lyrics by James Rado and Gerome Ragni and music by Galt MacDermot
Directed by Rick Dines
(5w, 5m, 14 + mixed ensemble)
Production Dates: Coger Theatre
April 7 – 10
Dutchman by LeRoi Jones
Directed by Darryl Clark
(1w, 3m, 5+ “extras”)
Production Dates: PSU Theatre
February 9
To sign up for an audition time, please visit:
http://www2.mysignup.com/msu

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CNAS Fall Speaker series at the Library Center, Jim O’Brien and Tamera Jahnke

November 30, 7:00 PM, The Library Center Auditorium
Sherlock Holmes and Flavia de Luce: Comparing the Science – Dr. Tammy Jahnke, dean of the Missouri State University’s College of Natural and Applied Sciences and Dr. James O’Brien, author of “The Scientific Sherlock Homes”, will discuss the science used by popular literary characters Sherlock Homes and Flavia de Luce to crack their cases.
Dr. Tamera Jahnke, Dean, College of Natural and Applied Sciences
Dr. James O’Brien, Emeritus Professor, Chemistry

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Study Away 101 – Info Session

December 1, 11:00, Plaster Student Union
Interested in studying abroad but you’re just not sure where to begin? Come to a Study Away 101 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!
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Holiday Concert

December 1, 7:30 – 9:30, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Will feature the Grand Chorus and Orchestra.
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Rudolph’s Five & Dime: A Holiday Bazaar

December 3, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Blair-Shannon House Grand Lounge
It is that time of year again for Rudolph’s Five & Dime: A Holiday Bazaar! This event will be held in the Blair-Shannon Grand Lounge (across from the Plaster Student Union) on Thursday, December 3, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, December 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. On Friday, there will be a live auction at noon. There will be lots of exciting gifts at the auction including gift cards and homemade baked goods. Springfield community vendors and student organizations will be selling all kinds of items from jewelry to scrap booking materials. Stop by and pick up some last-minute holiday gifts!
All proceeds will go to the Wilda F. Looney Residence Life Leadership Scholarship fund sponsored by the National Residence Hall Honorary and the Department of Residence Life, Housing and Dining Services. If you have questions or would like to make a donation, please contact Travis D. Schilla, Residence Life, Housing, and Dining Services at 836-6591

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The Reduced Shakespeare Company – THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS SHOW (abridged)

December 4, 7:00 pm, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts

Welcome to an irreverent yet heartwarming trip through the holidays, full of festive, funny, physical family fun! You can even bring a wrapped Christmas gift of $5 value or less and participate in the audience gift exchange! Student rush tickets are available one hour prior to the show for $10 with a valid student i.d.
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ALICE – Active Shooter Training

December 4, 1:00 – 4:00 pm, Strong Hall Room 002
ALICE – Active Shooter Training
Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate
“Active shooter incidents happen fast. Would you know what to do?”
Offered by the Missouri State University Department of Public Safety and the Springfield Police Department, and hosted by Alpha Phi Sigma – Sigma Mu Sigma.
This is a unique opportunity to learn about active shooter incidents and how to respond. A 2 hour training component and 1 hour of scenario based exercises are included. The training is free and open to all MSU Faculty, Staff and Students, and members of the community.
The training will take place from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in Strong Hall 002.
To register, please contact Kirsten Spangenberg at:
Spangenberg218@live.missouristate.edu
Springfield Police Department
Missouri State University Department of Public Safety

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“Ask the Experts” Open Session

December 4, 2:00 – 4:00 pm, Cheek 100 Technology Training Center
Computer Services hosts “Ask the Experts” Open Sessions every Friday afternoon from 2:00 – 4:00pm to assist staff on a variety of University technologies.
Registration is not required – Simply stop by any Friday that the University is open, and an expert will be available for one-on-one assistance.
Cheek 100 Technology Training Center
2:00 – 4:00pm
• Argos
• Argos Information Gathering and Reporting Running
• Web Press
Additional “Ask the Experts” Open Sessions are held in the Meyer Library 205 Technology Training Center for Blackboard and Experts.
See the “Ask the Experts” page on the Computer Services Help Desk website for more information.

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WinterFest 2015

December 4, 5:00 – 10:00 pm, December 5, 10:00 am- 10:00 pm , December 6, 12:00pm – 5:00 pm, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
It’s one of the area’s most beautiful season traditions – WinterFest at Juanita K. Hammons Hall, with the works of the region’s best visual artists on display and for sale in the beautiful multi-level Hammons Hall lobby. Festival-goers can enjoy live holiday music from local choirs and instrumental groups as they shop.
Visit the WinterFest page at HammonsHall.com this fall for more information about participating artists and ensembles.

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Art History student to presents research of “Cindy Sherman’s Cindy Doll: Stop-Motion Film and Femail Identity

December 4, 6:00 – 7:00 pm, Park Central Branch Library

Missouri State Honors College Art major, Art History minor Jessica Ball will give a presentation on her research entitled “Cindy Sherman’s Cindy Doll: Stop-Motion Film and Female Identity” at the Park Central Branch Library and gallery on the Springfield town square on Friday, December 4th at 6:00 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session. The talk is free and open to the public.
The First Friday Art Talks are professional public presentations by Art History undergraduate students and alumni from local universities. The program is coordinated by Dr. Billie Follensbee, Department of Art and Design at Missouri State University and the the Park Central Branch Library administration. Ball’s presentation will expand upon a talk that she gave at the 2015 annual intercollegiate Art History Symposium coordinated by Dr. Catherine Jolivette at Missouri State University.
Jessica Ball is an Art Major and Art History minor in the Honors College at Missouri State University. She will present on her advanced Art History research with an illustrated Powerpoint talk entitled “Cindy Sherman’s Cindy Doll: Stop-Motion Film and Female Identity.”

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Nnenna Freelon

December 5,  7:00 pm, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts

In a warm and inviting Christmas concert, this extraordinary jazz vocalist once again turns the expected into something quite different and wonderful, as she and her trio put the swing in the season. Student rush tickets are available one hour prior to the show for $10 with a valid student i.d.

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President’s Finals Breakfast

December 7, 9:00 – 11:00 pm, Blair – Shannon Dining Center

WHO: All MSU Springfield Campus Students
WHAT: President Smart hosts a finals breakfast for students
WHERE: Blair – Shannon Dining Center
WHEN: Monday evening, December 7th, 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Breakfast is provided at no charge to students, but they must present their MSU BearPass Card to enter the dining center.
Giveaways and drawings for items such as ITunes gift cards, Ipads, and BoomerMeals will be held throughout the course of the evening.

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SAC Events

Find out more about SAC films, concerts, and comedy by looking at our SAC Events Blog.

SAC Concerts Presents: Live Lunch Band

December 1 at 12:00 noon, PSU Food Court
This event will feature live music by local talent in our very own music department. It will be a great way to relieve some stress of the upcoming finals.

SAC After Hours Presents: Ugly Sweater Holiday Craft Night

December 3 at 9:00 pm, PSU Food Court
Students are encouraged to wear their festive holiday wear or ugly sweaters and come make crafts to either keep for themselves or give during the holiday seasons.

SAC Films Presents: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation

December 2 at 9:00 pm, PSU Theater
SAC will present the classic film National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation 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

December 4, 7 pm – 11 pm, PSU Level 1 Game Center
Free bowling and games are available every Friday from 7-10 PM courtesy of Student Activities Council.
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Opportunities

For more opportunities, subscribe to the Community Opportunities Newsletter.

Bearisters

Coffee With the VP

10/27, 11/3, 11/12, 11/17, 12/1, 12/10 in Carrington 302

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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Holiday Helpings Food Drive

1. Walmart Supercenter on South Campbell 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
2. Walmart Supercenter on Independence 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
3. Walmart Neighborhood Market on East Sunshine 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

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HOPE Connection

HOPE Connection is a one day, one-stop service site for the Ozark’s homeless population to gain access to vital services. Most importantly, the event is outcome oriented, it is not just a day for people to wait in line for information on resources available in the community, but a day for people to make changes, and have immediate access to essential services.  Hope Connection expects to serve more than 850 homeless and poverty stricken individuals this year, connecting them with services from 55+ agencies including healthcare, education, employment, haircuts, and more.

Turkey Trot

November 26

Bear Breaks

Student Affairs Advisory Board

Applications Due November 20

SGA Crosslines Food Drive

November 16-20 PSU 123

The Student Government Association is hosting a food drive for the Crosslines food pantry on campus this week, November 16th- 20th. The drive is looking for donations of non-perishable food items such as canned goods, pastas, boxed items, and pantry
basics (spices, baking goods, aluminum foil, etc.).

 

There are donation containers located in the PSU by the SGA Office (PSU 123) on the first floor and on the second floor by the elevators.

Athletics

For a review of events that have already happened, please visit our Athletics Blog Page

• Friday, November 20 at 7:00, Women’s Volleyball vs. Evansville, Hammons Student Center
• Saturday, November 21 at 7:00, Women’s Volleyball vs. Southern Illinois, Hammons Student Center
• Monday, November 23 at 7:05, Women’s Basketball vs. Oklahoma State, JQH Areana
• Friday, November 27 at 2:05, Men’s Basketball vs. William Woods, JQH Arena
• Tuesday, December 1 at 7:05, Men’s Basketball vs. Utah State, JQH Arena
• Saturday, December 05 at 7:05, Women’s Basketball vs. Eastern Kentucky, JQH Arena
• Thursday, December 21 at 7:05, Men’s Basketball vs. IUPUI, JQH Arena
• Saturday, December 12 at 7:05, Women’s Basketball vs. Oral Roberts, JQH Arena
• Sunday, December 13 at 2:05, Men’s Basketball vs. Tulsa, JQH Arena

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Campus Recreation

• Fall Foster Recreation Hours

Coming Soon In The Rec:

• Now Hiring Bearfit Instructors! Apply online at Missouristate.edu/studentemployment
• BearFit Highlight! Buy your BearFit Unlimited pass today for only $20!!
• 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!
• Bearfit Can Goof Drive! From November 16-20th bring in can goods to a Bearfit class to attend for free! Highest number of cans wins a free spring semester Bearfit class pass!
• 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.
• 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
•  Lifeguard Instructor Certification registration ends October 30th and costs $250.

November 6th from 5-9PM

November 7^th from 9AM-6PM

November 8^th from 9AM-2PM

November 9^th from 2-5PM

•  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.

• 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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