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Plaster Student Union & Missouri State Info and Events

What’s Happening: May 6 – 18

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Information/Deadlines

Events

Opportunities

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

 

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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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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.

 

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 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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What’s Happening: May 4 – May 11

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Information/Deadlines

Events

Opportunities

Athletics

  • No home games

Campus Recreation

  • Campus Recreation Closure Notice
  • Private Swimming Lessons
  • Free BearFit Classes
  • 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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Cinco de Mayo

May 5
Cinco de Mayo – or the fifth of May – commemorates the Mexican army’s 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War (1861-1867). A relatively minor holiday in Mexico, in the United States Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage, particularly in areas with large Mexican-American populations. Cinco de Mayo traditions include parades, mariachi music performances and street festivals in cities and towns across Mexico and the United States.

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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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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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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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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 4 at 9pm, Carrington 208 (Carrington Auditorium)
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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Not Alone: Students Against Stigma

Tuesday, May 5 at 7pm, Temple 003
Fraternity and Sorority Leaders for Social Awareness is hosting an event where a student panel will speak about how mental health has affected their lives.

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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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Vicki Stanton Public Speaking Showcase

Monday, May 4 at 2:30pm, Plaster Student Union
Approximately 1500 students take Fundamentals of Public Speaking each semester. At the end of the semester, 60 students have the honor to represent their classes and show off their skills in the public speaking competition.

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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.

  • No home games

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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!
  • Private Swimming Lessons at the Aquatic Center. See our website for more details. http://www.missouristate.edu/recreation/Aquatics/SwimmingLessons.htm
  • Come to the Free BearFit Classes!! This is happening from 3-4PM every Friday until May 1st. Classes are free to FRC members only.
  • 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 wellbeing. 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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What’s Happening: January 14 – January 26

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Information/Deadlines

Events

Opportunities

Athletics

  • M Basketball
  • D2 Ice Hockey
  • Swimming & Diving
  • W Basketball
  • D3 Ice Hockey

Campus Recreation

  • BearFit Free Week
  • Outdoor Adventure
  • Intramural Schedule
  • East Coast Swing Class and Salsa Lessons
  • Swim Lessons
  • Massage Therapy and Personal Training

Information/Deadlines

Refund Deadline – 100%

January 16
The last day to change sections, drop, or withdraw from spring 2015 first block and full semester classes, with 100% refund.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – no classes/offices closed.

Civil Rights leader, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. , gained national prominence during the Montgomery, Alabama, bus boycott of 1955-1956 and soon becamse the acknowledged national leader of the growing movement to obtain civil rights for African Americans. His commitment to nonviolence, his courage, and the moral power of his vision, eloquently expressed in masterful oratory and writings, won him the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. Toward the end of his life, King became convinced of the interrelatedness of all forms of social, economic, and military oppression and broadened the sphere of his activism. He spoke out against U.S. involvement in the war in Vietnam and was preparing to lead a massive Poor People’s March on Washington when he was assassinated in Memphis on April 14, 1968 while helping to organize the city’s sanitation workers. Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday is observed nationally on the third Monday in January.

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Winter Intercession Grades Available

January 21
The Winter 2015 Intersession Grade Report should be available on My Missouri State as of today. Earned grades are reported but are not accumulated into student totals (hours attempted, passed, points, and GPA) until the conclusion of the Spring 2015 semester when all grades are posted.

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Refund Deadline – 75%

January 23
The last day to change sections, drop, or withdraw from spring 2015 first block and full semester classes, with 75% refund.

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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

 

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Pioneer Girl: Exploring the Life of Laura Ingalls Wilder

Monday, January 26 at 7pm, Meyer Alumni Center, Kenneth E. First Floor, Hospitality Room
Join us for a book talk from noted author and biographer Pamela Smith Hill. She will share insights from her latest role as editor for Laura Ingalls Wilder’s unpublished autobiography, Pioneer Girl.

Author and biographer Pamela Smith Hill

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SAC Events

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

Winter Week

Monday, January 12 – Tuesday, January 20

For more information, check out the guest blog entry written by SAC President Grace Chang!

Comedy: Adam Newman

Wednesday, January 14 at 7pm, PSU Theatre
Join Student Activities Council for a night of laughs featuring Adam Newman.  Adam’s stand-up has been featured on the Late Night with David Letterman and a half-hour special on Comedy Central.  You may have also seen him on @midnight and Last Week Tonight.  For more information about Adam, check out him out on Twitter @Adam_Newman.

Movie: Divergent

Wednesday, January 14 at 9pm, PSU Theatre
SAC weekly films starts off this semester with Divergent!  Based on the book by Veronica Roth, Divergent is set in a post-apocalyptic world.

In a world divided by factions based on virtues, Tris learns she’s Divergent and won’t fit in. When she discovers a plot to destroy Divergents, Tris and the mysterious Four must find out what makes Divergents dangerous before it’s too late. (c) IMDB

Check out SAC Events Blog for more information.

After Hours: Ice Skate Night

Thursday, January 15 at 9pm, Mediacom Ice Park
As part of the Winter Week festivities, Student Activities Council has rented out Mediacom Ice Park to provide an students with the opportunity to go ice skating for free!

Need a ride to the ice park?  Meet SAC members at the PSU Information Desk to catch a free shuttle that will be riding all night.

Winter Wonderland Rock ‘n Bowl

Friday, January 16 at 7:30pm, Level 1 Game Center
Want to bowl, play ping pong or pool for free?  Student Activities Council has rented out Level One Game Center. Any Missouri State student can join us for free!  For part of Winter Week, Rock’n’Bowl will feature Winter Wonderland themed activities!

Lecture: Laverne Cox: Moving Beyond Gender Expectations

Tuesday, January 20 at 7pm, Juanita K. Hammons Hall
Laverne Cox is a critically acclaimed actress who currently appears in the Netflix original series Orange is the New Black, playing the groundbreaking role of “Sophia Burset,” an incarcerated African American transgender woman. Laverne is the first trans woman of color to have a leading role on a mainstream scripted television show. Time named Sophia Burset the 4th most influential fictional character of 2013.   She transgender advocate who is passionate about telling stories that reflect the transgender experience and the history of nonfiction transgender representation in mainstream media, and learn Cox’s unique story of overcoming challenges to pursue an acting career.

This event is co-sponsored by:
–Missouri State LGBT Resource Center
–Springfield Pride
–GLO Center

Although this event is free, tickets are required for entry. Student tickets will be available beginning January 12.  Remaining tickets will be available to the general public beginning January 16.

Movie: Tammy

Wednesday, January 21 at 9pm, PSU Theatre
Sunday, January 25 at 9pm, PSU Theatre
Come out and enjoy a free film in the PSU Theater brought to you by the Student Activities Council.

After losing her job and learning that her husband has been unfaithful, a woman hits the road with her profane, hard-drinking grandmother.

Check out SAC Events Blog for more information.

Rock ‘n Bowl

Friday, January 23 at 7:30pm, Level 1 Game Center
Free bowling, ping-pong, and pool for students on Friday nights in Level One Game Center.

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SOFAC Training Presentations

Thursday, January 15 at 4pm, PSU 308 A&B
Tuesday, January 20 at 9am, PSU 308 A&B
New for the 2014-2015 academic year no organization may receive (Student Organization Funding Allocation Council) SOFAC funding until it has attended a SOFAC Training session.

These one hour trainings will inform your group on all the policies and procedures for SOFAC.

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Opportunities

For more opportunities, subscribe to the Community Opportunities Newsletter.

 

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Food Assistance for Students

Mondays and 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.

Well of Life – MSU Student Food Pantry
418 S Kimbrough
Springfield, MO 65806
(Just across from the Qdoba near Bear Park North)

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Microsoft IT Academy

Missouri State University students and alumni now have an exciting new opportunity for online training through Microsoft’s IT Academy! Microsoft IT Academy program provides you with the opportunity to enhance your technology skills so you can advance your education and your career. Over 400 self-paced, interactive, and engaging online training classes are available in several languages. Courses are also available to prepare for Microsoft application certifications.

Request Your Microsoft IT Academy Access Link!

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Military Leadership Class

Get in on the latest opportunity to take a class at your own convenience online but still have the chance to participate in rappelling, tactical airsoft, tactical paintball, rifle and pistol marksmanship, water survival and many more (ONLY IF YOU WANT TO!). just enroll in MIL102WD and better yet, There  is no military obligation!  MIL102WD is a unique elective course and an EASY way to get 2 credit hours.

Visit us on Facebook or check out our Missouri State Bear Battalion homepage. Full tuition $cholarship$ available for qualified students.

For more information about this unique opportunity just read about the course below or feel free to  give us a call 417-836-9357 or visit us in Freddy.

The ROTC Department is offering a new online Military Leadership class for this next semester. MIL102WD-Mil212WD: Combined SP15

This is an opportunity for students to identify not only the necessary skills to become a leader but also be introduced to a values based organization that values leadership. This class will focus on Critical thinking and an introduction to the United States Army.  Students will be given the optional chance to participate in ROTC Labs.

For those students interested in joining the military this class will give you the basic knowledge needed for your future profession and position as a 2nd lieutenant in the United State Army, Army National Guard or Army Reserve. This class will also count toward the required classes needed to advance towards a commission as an officer.

For those who understand the importance of leadership but do not want to be part of the military, that’s great! This class will help develop your understanding of roles and responsibilities in support of a team, understand the concept of professionalism, and helps define the problem solving process in the military and non military problems. This class will help you demonstrate an introductory level of writing and speaking proficiency and basic negotiation strategies required for effective leadership. Leadership is a key component in what fortune 500 companies are looking for in its new hires.

This is a rare opportunity that no other ROTC program in the nation is offering, an opportunity that allows a student to learn leadership at their own pace with a dedicated mentor to guide through the process.

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MLK Day of Service

Monday, January 19 at 8:15am, Plaster Student Union

How can I participate?

In order to participate you must be a current student.  You simply need to sign up. It is first come first serve.

What types of projects will be completed?

Students will learn of their service project the morning of the event.  Prior to the service day, participants will be notified of information that is crucial to the project (such as wear clothes that can get muddy or paint on them).  On the registration form, please be sure to indicate what type of projects you would want to participate in, so we can best place you.  A trained site leader will accompany the group to the service site.

When will this take place?

Participants will arrive at the Plaster Student Union at 8:15a.m. on January 19th.  There will be a brief opening orientation followed by receiving the service project for the day.  Participants will have until around 2:00pm to complete their service project.

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Athletics

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

  • Wednesday, January 14, M Basketball vs. Evansville, 7:05pm, JQH Arena
  • Friday, January 16, D2 Ice Hockey vs. Dallas Baptist University, 7pm, Mediacom Ice Park
  • Saturday, January 17, Swimming & Diving vs. Truman State, 3pm, Hammons Student Center
  • Saturday, January 17, D2 Ice Hockey vs. Dallas Baptist University, 7pm, Mediacom Ice Park
  • Wednesday, January 21, M Basketball vs. Wichita State, 7:05pm, JQH Arena
  • Friday, January 23, D2 Ice Hockey vs. University of Missouri, 7pm, Mediacom Ice Park
  • Friday, January 23, W Basketball vs. Southern Illinois, 7:05pm, JQH Arena
  • Friday, January 23, D3 Ice Hockey vs. McKendree University, 9:45pm, Mediacom Ice Park
  • Saturday, January 24, D3 Ice Hockey vs. McKendreeUniversity, 3pm, Mediacom Ice Park
  • Saturday, January 24, D2 Ice Hockey vs. University of Missouri, 7pm, Mediacom Ice Park
  • Sunday, January 25, W Basketball vs. Illinois State, 2:05pm, JQH Arena

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Campus Recreation

  • It’s BearFit Free Week! Check out our schedule at missouristate.edu/recreation/fitness to see what classes you want to take for free!  Unlimited passes are sold at $5 off until January 31st.
  • Interested in an Outdoor Adventure? All of our Spring 2015 trips are set so be sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss out!  All trips can be found online at missouristate.edu/recreation/outdooradventures, or stop by the FRC to pick up a brochure with all of our trip information.
  • The Spring 2015 Intramural Schedule is set!  Pick up yours in the FRC today!
  • Would you like to learn how to salsa or swing?  Register for our East Coast Swing Class or Salsa Session by January 14th to secure your spot! 5 week session.  January 15-February 12. Thursdays, Swing at 6:30PM, Salsa at 7:30PM. $40 for members, $50 for nonmembers.  No partner needed.
  • Face your Fear with this year’s Swim Lessons.  We will offer three levels of swim lessons this spring.  Fear of Water Lessons – Monday and Wednesday, 5:30-6PM.  Beginner Swimming Lessons – Monday and Wednesday, 6:15-6:45PM.  Intermediate Swimming Lessons – Monday and Wednesday, 7-7:30PM.  Classes run from February 2-March 4 (no class on 2/16).  $40 for members, $50 for nonmembers.
  • 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 missouristate.edu/recreation

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