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What’s Happening: May 6 – 18

May 5, 2015 by Kari Jo Freudigmann

Information/Deadlines

  • Asian Pacific American History Month
  • Jewish American History Month
  • Spring 2015 Classes End
  • Study Day
  • Final Exams
  • Commencement
  • Last Day 100% Credit/Refund, Summer Classes
  • Summer Classes Begin
  • Haven
  • Missouri State Magazine Current Issue (New tab)

Events

  • BFA in Studio Art Senior Exhibition
  • Bookstore Tent Sale
  • Electronic Arts Student Showcase
  • Media, Journalism, and Film Student Showcase
  • Military Science Army ROTC Spring Awards Day
  • Missouri State Improv
  • SAC Events
    • May Day
    • Splash Bash

Opportunities

  • Battle of the Badges / Kids Fest
  • Bear Crew
  • Food Assistance for Students
  • Girls on the Run of Southwest Missouri
  • Great Circle

Athletics

  • Baseball

Campus Recreation

  • Campus Recreation Closure Notice
  • Free Yoga Week
  • Private Swimming Lessons
  • Yoga by Candlelight
  • Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
  • Massage Therapy and Personal Training

Information/Deadlines

 

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

May 1-31
May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month – a celebration of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. A rather broad term, Asian-Pacific encompasses all of the Asian continent and the Pacific Islands of Melanesia (New Guinea, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Fiji and the Solomon Islands), Micronesia (Marianas, Guam, Wake Island, Palau, Marshall Islands, Kiribati, Nauru and the Federated States of Micronesia) and Polynesia (New Zealand, Hawiian Islands, Rotuma, Midway Islands, Samoa, American Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Cook Islands, French Polynesia and Easter Island).

Like most commemorative months, Asian-Pacific Heritage Month originated in a congressional bill. In June 1977, Reps. Frank Horton of New York and Norman Y. Mineta of California introduced a House resolution that called upon the president to proclaim the first ten days of May as Asian-Pacific Heritage Week. The following month, senators Daniel Inouye and Spark Matsunaga introduced a similar bill in the Senate. Both were passed. On October 5, 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed a Joint Resolution designating the annual celebration. Twelve years later, President George H.W. Bush signed an extension making the week-ling celebration into a month-ling celebration. In 1992, the official designation of May as Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month was signed into law.

The month of May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the United States on May 7, 1843, and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869. The majority of the workers who laid the tracks were Chinese immigrants.

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Jewish American History Month

May 1-31
On April 20, 2006, President George W. Bush proclaimed that May would be Jewish American History Month to recognize the more than 350-year history of Jewish contributions to American culture.

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Spring 2015 Classes End

May 7
Spring 2015 classes end today.

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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Study Day

May 8
No classes/offices open.

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Final Exams

May 9-14
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/finalexam.html

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Commencement

May 15
For more information, see the commencement website.

http://www.missouristate.edu/commencement/

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Last Day 100% Credit/Refund, Summer Classes

May 18
The last day to change sections, drop, or withdraw from Summer 2015 Intersession classes, with 100% refund, is today.

Change of sections, 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 417-836-8776.

After this date, 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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Summer Classes Begin

May 18
Summer 2015 Intersession classes begin today.

See academic calendar for drop, withdrawal, and refund deadlines.

Summer Intersession classes are considered a part of the Summer 2015 semester for admission, financial aid, registration, grading, scholastic action, and graduation purposes.

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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.

To Log In:

  1. Always sign in at: my.missouristate.edu
  2. After signing in, go under the Academics tab and find the New Student or Transfer Student section. Within this square, there is a training section and the Haven link is in this area. To access Haven, choose the link and you can begin.

Course problems? Contact Emma Rapp, Dean of Students Graduate Assistant at Rapp703_@missouristate.edu or at (417) 836-6087

Those with disabilities who may not be able to access Haven because of the instructional format or design of the training program may request an accommodation by contacting the Disability Resource Center at drc@missouristate.edu or 417-836-4192

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Events

 

art

BFA in Art Studio Senior Exhibition

Weekdays: Wednesday, April 29 – Monday, May 11 at 11am-6pm, Brick City 101/110
Saturdays: Saturday, May 2 – Saturday, May 9 at 12-5pm, Brick City 101/110
The BFA Senior Exhibition is on view at Brick City Gallery, 215 West Mill Street, Springfield. This is a First Friday Art Walk event.

Eighteen Senior students completing degree requirements of the Bachelor of Fine Arts/Studio Art are exhibiting their art at Brick City gallery, April 29-May 12. Included in this exhibition are:

Photography: Emily Boone, Olivia Duvall, Meghan Walsh, Claire Franke, James Conner and Jonathan Bolli
Metals: Arwen Watkins and Katelyn Butler
SculptureLaci Carlisle
Ceramics: John Gueltzau and Twan Dickison
Painting: Charles “Andy” Corbett and Ali Parmenter
Printmaking: Aaron Ivic
Animation: Jacob Stewart, Megan Rhoden, Tyler Thrasher and Dylan Pieper

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bookstore

Bookstore Tent Sale

Monday, May 4 – Friday, May 8 at 8am – 6pm, Missouri State Bookstore
Tent sale on clothing, greek goods, souvenirs, tradebooks, electronics, and various supplies.  Select electronics are 50% off all week.

Free reusable “Go Green” bag for the first 500 customers – get an additional 2% off every time you use it at the bookstore!

Monday: 50% off
Tuesday: 55% off
Wednesday: 60% off
Thursday: 65% off
Friday: 75% off

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mjf

Electronic Arts Student Showcase

Monday, May 11 at 7pm, PSU Theater
Please join us for the 16th annual EA Showcase on Monday, May 11.  The showcase will take place in the Plaster Student Union Theatre from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. Seating starts at 6:30 p.m.

This year’s screening will feature an original short film, What Makes Us Human; an experimental narrative, Dead on Time, based on the album, Dead Man’s Bones; a documentary chronicling the formation of the DIY band, High Hoax; an interactive scavenger app for mobile devices called SEEK; and the futuristic video game, TAR.

This event is free and open to the public.  Parking available in Lot 24 (access off National Ave, one block south of Grand Street) or in the Park & Ride facility next to  Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts — take MSU Shuttle to the PSU theatre.

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Media, Journalism, and Film Student Showcase

Tuesday, May 12 at 6:30pm, PSU Theater
Please join us for an exciting evening of the best work produced by students in the Media, Journalism and Film Department.

Get an advanced taste of the new web series, Show Me Chefs, and see a variety of great short films, innovative journalism pieces and creative work by talented MJF students.

This event is free and open to the public.

Free parking available in Lot 24 (access off National Ave, one block south of Grand Street) or in the Park & Ride facility next to the Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts — take MSU Shuttle to Plaster Student Union.

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Military Science Army ROTC Spring Awards Day

Thursday, May 7 at 3:30pm, Craig Hall Coger Theater
Please join the MSU Bear Battalion as local and national organizations recognize outstanding cadets in their military training and academic achievements.

A cake and punch reception will follow.

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improv

Missouri State Imrov

Monday, May 11 at 9pm, Carrington 208 (Carrington Auditorium)
Join us in Carrington Auditorium at 9PM for a showcase of our most hilarious improv comedy teams! The show is always free and is considered appropriate for anyone 18+

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sac

SAC Events

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

Campus Event: May Day

Wednesday, May 6 at 11am-5pm, PSU North Mall
Welcome to the Fabulous May Day! Student Activities Council (SAC) is putting on an end of the year bash featuring an exotic petting zoo, inflatables, free food, giveaways, and more!

After Hours: Splash Bash

Thursday, May 7 at 9pm, PSU North Mall
Have some end of the year stress relief with water games and activities! Warning: You might have get wet and have TONS of fun at this event

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Opportunities

For more opportunities, subscribe to the Community Opportunities Newsletter.

 

bbbs

 Battle of the Badges / Kids Fest

Saturday, May 16
On May 16th, Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks and local law enforcement at the 9th Annual Battle of the Badges presented by The Fraternal Order of the Eagles. Watch the Springfi­eld Police Department & Greene County Sheriff’s Office battle on the court! Come early for our brand new Kids FEST. Families can play, bounce and learn about family wellness and safety! Volunteers are needed to assist with guarding inflatables, helping out at registration, selling raffle tickets, or working at the concession booth. View the volunteer schedule and sign up at www.bigbro.com/battle15.


Location:
Glendale High School
Contact: Erin Murray
E-mail: emurray@bigbro.com
Phone: 417-889-9136

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athletics

Bear Crew

Tuesday, June 9
Calling all Bears: We want you to join Bear Crew! Help welcome new students and help them move into their residence hall rooms this Fall.  Move-In Days will be August 13-15, 2015.

Volunteers will interact with students from all over the world to improve their English!

The Benefits of participating in Bear Crew

  •          All volunteers receive a T-shirt for working two shifts.
  •          Volunteers without a meal plan will be given a meal voucher for use in one of the dining centers after they complete their shift(s).
  •          Volunteers will be allowed to distribute organization information on standard-sized business cards while they are helping students move in.
  •          Volunteer hours will be tracked and submitted to OSE and Fraternity & Sorority Life for verification.
  •          Students who live in the residence halls will be able to move in a day early.
Click Here to sign up!
All Bear Crew student volunteers will need to sign up for at least 2 shifts by June 9 and attend a Bear Crew Orientation

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welloflife

Food Assistance for Students

Mondays at 3pm-6pm while MSU is in session
Tuesdays at 3pm-6pm while MSU is in session
The Food Pantry for Missouri State University Students is for any student facing food insecurity. This may be students going hungry, not able to make ends meet, facing a delay in Financial Aid or other assistance, or any other reason.

If you are interested in volunteering at the Well of Life, please click here to sign up!

Well of Life – MSU Student Food Pantry
418 S Kimbrough
Springfield, MO 65804
(Just across from the Qdoba near Bear Park North)

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girls

 Girls on the Run of Southwest Missouri

Saturday, May 9
Girls on the Run inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experiencee-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Meeting twice a week in small teams of 8-20 girls, the program teaches life skills through fun, engaging lessons that celebrate the joy of movement. The 20-lesson curriculum is taught by certified Girls on the Run® coaches and includes three parts: understanding ourselves, valuing relationships and teamwork and understanding how we connect with and shape the world at large. Over the course of the program, girls will develop and improve competence, feel confidence in who they are, develop strength of character, respond to others and oneself with care and compassion, create positive connections with peers and adults, and make a meaningful contribution to community and society. Each team creates and executes a local community service project. At each season’s conclusion, the girls and their running buddies complete a 5k running event.
We are currently seeking volunteers for our spring program culminating celebratory 5k fun run on May 9th. To sign up, click here.

Location: Tefft Gymnasium at 1408 E Pythian St
Contact: Trish McAdams
E-mail: trish@gotrswmo.org  
Phone: 417-763-3646

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circle

Great Circle

Saturday, June 6
Great Circle is an agency that provides a unique spectrum of behavioral health services to children and families.  With specialized programs and highly-trained professionals, they provide hope to those in difficult circumstances throughout Missouri and beyond.

Currently, Great Circle is seeking volunteers for the following events:

  • Ken Coleman Memorial Run
    • When: Saturday, June 6th, 2015

Anyone interested in volunteering at these events or seeking additional information should contact Robyn Scefonas by email at robyn.scefonas@greatcircle.org or by phone at 417-865-1646 ext. 7675.

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athletics

Athletics

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

  • Thursday, May 14 at 6:35pm, Baseball vs. Bradley, Hammons Field
  • Friday, May 15 at 6:35pm, Baseball vs. Bradley, Hammons Field
  • Saturday, May 16 at 2:05pm, Baseball vs. Bradley, Hammons Field

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campusrec

Campus Recreation

  • Campus Recreation Closure Notice!!  Foster Recreation Center will be closed on May 8th from 1-3PM due to the Student Staff Soiree. Sorry for the inconvenience!
  • Have you always wanted to try yoga or are you looking for a way to relax during finals week?? Come join us at the FRC for the Free Yoga Week!! 
Noon Yoga: 12pm Sunset Yoga: 8pm Early Bird: 8am
Friday, May 8 Monday, May 11 Tuesday, May 12
Saturday, May 9 Wednesday, May 13 Thursday, May 14
Sunday, May 10
  • Private Swimming Lessons at the Aquatic Center. See our website for more details. http://www.missouristate.edu/recreation/Aquatics/SwimmingLessons.htm
  • Yoga by Candlelight is a great way to relax before finals! Join us on May 7th from 7-8PM in the FRC Studio A for $2!! Limited spaces are available so sign up today!
  • Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is a form of yoga that promotes better physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being. Don’t miss your chance to since up! Classes will happen every Monday starting on April 13th to May 11th from 5:15pm-6:15pm in Studio A.
  • Remember that the Foster Recreation Center offers the awesome services of Massage Therapy and Personal Training.  More information can be found on our website at www.missouristate.edu/recreation

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Electronic Arts and Media, Journalism and Film Showcases

May 14, 2012 by

The Electronic Arts and Media, Journalism and Film showcases are Monday and Tuesday (respectively) this week in the PSU Theater at 6:30 PM each day. Be sure to check out some of the great work that students have produced over the semester. Being a graduate of the Electronic Arts program myself I know how much effort is put into these projects on a yearly basis and it really shows. Last years projects have gone on to win numerous awards as I’m sure this years batch will as well.

Thrown premieres at the MJF Student Showcase on Tuesday.

Electronic Arts Showcase – Monday – 6:30 PM – PSU Theater

This years crop of Electronic Arts projects features two short films. Moving On explores the relationship between two brothers and Ghoul School involves a haunted high school and the mayhem that results. There will also be Explosions Frozen Forever, an animated science fiction film about a group of aliens and a mysterious box, and new media and web work pertaining to the science fiction web series Epilogue, and a new media project exploring the relationship between sound and movement utilizing the Kinect and iPad applications.

Media, Journalism and Film Showcase – Tuseday – 6:30 PM – PSU Theater

This showcase will feature the student production work created by digital film production, media production and broadcast journalism students. This year, MJF students have won over 56 national, regional, and local awards for their work. The short films Thrown and Closure will also be premiered at this event. Thrown tells a detective story of a gambling mans downfall. While Closure follows Ben, a suicidal young man, into a place where paperwork can determine whether he lives or dies. Jackson Sutliff took 1st place in the Missouri BEA Dramatic Script Competition for Closure.

Filed Under: Union Update Tagged With: electronic arts, MJF, PSU Theater

May Day: Finals Incoming

May 9, 2012 by

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May Day is May 9th

There’s only 2 days of classes left counting today with Friday being Study Day. That means there’s only a handful of activities left this semester, but that doesn’t mean what’s left isn’t great. We’ve got May Day today starting at noon on the North Mall. This year May Day will take you on a World Safari, complete with exotic foods, wild adventures and great music throughout the day. So come check it out from 12 – 4!

A video highlighting an alternative spring break trip to Chicago, Illinois has been selected as a finalist in the NAFSA 2012 video contest. The video shows how students volunteered at various organizations, focusing on the issues of homelessness and hunger. Vote for the MSU video here.

The MSU Ad Team will be traveling to Washington D.C. this Friday to present a campaign they developed over the semesterfor the Medical Reserve Corps. They have previously developed campaigns for the American Public Transportation Association, National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, and Mercy Hospital.

Wednesday

May Day goes from noon – 4 PM on the North Mall. Come out for some great activities!

SAC and Missouri State Bookstore Presents: May Day Film Festival at 7 PM in the PSU Theater. Come check out student shorts on the theme “The Missouri State Experience”.

Check out The Cab on May 9th

The Cab will play at the North Mall at 8 PM. Listen to the band play their hit songs “Bad” and “La La” from their album Symphony Soldier.

Thursday

SAC After Hours Presents: Space Jam at the North Mall at 9 PM. Catch the classic basketball film featuring Michael Jordan and a rag tag group of Looney Tunes taking on the Monstars.

Friday

Study Day – no classes.

SAC Presents: Finals Massages from 11 AM – 5 PM at the Meyer Library Lobby. Come to the library for a free chair massage from a professional masseuse.

SAC Presents: Rock ‘N Bowl. Play free games in the Level 1 Game Center from 7:30 – 10:30 PM.

Saturday

First day of finals.

Monday

Electronic Arts Showcase in the PSU Theater. Catch some great student projects such as Ghoul School.

President’s Finals Week Breakfast at Blair-Shannon Dining Center from 10 PM – midnight. Come get a hot finals week breakfast and win a variety of prizes. Must have your BearPass Card to enter.

Thrown is one of the MJF Student Projects

Tuesday

MJF Student Showcase in the PSU Theater at 6 PM. See some of the great projects Media, Journalism and Film students have been creating throughout the semester including Thrown and Closure.

Thursday

Last day of finals!

Friday

Graduation!

MSU Athletics (home games only, Full Sports Calendar)

Friday

  • Baseball vs. Evansville at Hammons Field – 6:30 PM

Saturday

  • Baseball vs. Evansville at Hammons Field – 2:00 PM

Sunday

  • Baseball vs. Evansville at Hammons Field – 1:00 PM

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