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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

 

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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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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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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 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.

 

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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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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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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 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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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

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

  • No home games

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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: April 22 – May 4

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Information/Deadlines

Events

Opportunities

Athletics

  • Softball
  • Volleyball
  • M Soccer
  • W Soccer
  • Baseball

Campus Recreation

  • Campus Recreation Closure Notice
  • Free BearFit Classes
  • Yoga by Candlelight
  • Water Volleyball
  • Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
  • SHARP Sessions
  • Massage Therapy and Personal Training

Information/Deadlines

 

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 1 – April 30
#Don’tBearIt

http://www.missouristate.edu/sexualassault/

More Sexual Assault Awareness Month events

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Academic Integrity Days

April 21-22
There will be multiple 50 minute events scheduled to help students understand the expectations of academic integrity, the process if they are accused of a violation and the potential sanctions for a violation.

Members of the Academic Integrity Council and Academic Integrity Matters Student Organization (AIM SO).

More Academic Integrity Days events

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Last day to Drop, Withdraw, declare Pass/Not-Pass or Audit, Second Block

April 24
Last day to Drop or Withdraw (student will receive an automatic W grade), declare Pass/Not-Pass, and Change to or from Audit for Spring 2015 Second Block Classes.

Pass/Not Pass and Audit changes must be processed through the Office of the Registrar, Carrington Hall-Room 320.  Drops and withdrawals can be processed online at My Missouri State, until midnight of the deadline day.  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.

Additional refund deadlines can be found here: http://www.missouristate.edu/registrar/refunds.htm

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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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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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Academic Integrity Days

Guilty or Not? Mock Academic Integrity Hearing

Wednesday, April 22 at 9:05am, PSU 313
Audience participates in a mock hearing and helps Dr. Becky Swearingen decide if an action is a violation of the Academic Integrity Policy and Procedures.

Dr. Becky Swearingen

Let’s Collaborate!

Wednesday, April 22 at 11am, PSU 313
An exploration with Dr. Doug Witte and Kristina Henry on the ins and outs of how to collaborate in an effective manner without violating the Academic Integrity Policies and Procedures.

Dr. Doug Witte and Kristina Henry

Avoiding Plagiarism

Wednesday, April 22 at 1:25pm, PSU 313
Michael Frizell from the Writing Center presents and energized discussion on how to avoid plagiarism issues.

Michael Frizell

To Be or Not To Be?

Wednesday, April 22 at 4pm, PSU 313
Dr. Lanette Cadle and Dr. Becky Swearingen facilitate an interactive event where the audience is in control of what happens while deciding issues of academic integrity.

Dr. Lanette Cadle and Dr. Becky Swearingen

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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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Civility Conversation

Tuesday, April 28 at 6:45pm, Temple Hall 002
In the past few weeks an incredible need for the study of communication in the political context has developed.  In the recent Springfield municipal elections hope and fear appeals were used with abandon, identity politics were turned into public trials, and there is now a greater need for the study of these messages, their construction, and effect than ever.

There’s one word that must be kept in mind at all times when engaging in public discourse: CIVILITY.

We will explore what it is, what it means, and how we talk about politics. We will talk about our Public Affairs Mission. We will be moderating this and it will be a safe space for all views, but it is notan issue discussion, it is about how we talk about issues.

Dr. Mike Stout, Director of Missouri State’s Center for Community Engagement, will be in attendance to moderate and help us talk about civility.

Dr. LeAnn Brazeal will be present to address the question of civility online and in regards to youth.

Communications Professor Elizabeth Dudash-Buskirk will be helping to conduct and moderate the event.

We will talk about message construction, engaging with others, diverse viewpoints, and how to effectively communicate disagreements without being disagreeable.

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Diversity Education with FSLSA

Tuesday, April 28 at 7-9pm, Temple Hall 001
Fraternity and Sorority Leaders for Social Awareness is hosting an educational event to talk about sexual orientation, race, and international awareness.

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Ecopalooza 2015

Friday, April 24 at 11am, North Mall
MSU Students for a Sustainable Future (SSF) will host its annual celebration for Earth Day – ECOPALOOZA – on Friday, April 24 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the North Mall (open area between the PSU and bookstore). The event will feature an all-day, SOLAR-POWERED concert with music provided by well-known area musicians and bands.

Band Schedule:

11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.–Lost and Found
12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.–Nate Frederick 
1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.–2 A.M.
2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.–The League of Altered Egos
3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.–Heavy Buffalo
4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.–Live Oak Band
5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.–Steve Ames
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.–Norman Jackson Band

Information tables, activities, hula hoops, frisbees, board games, and fun will await you. This event is open to the public, and we hope you will stop by to support the environment, sustainability, and our role on campus.

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Million Dollar Quartet

Friday, May 1 at 8pm, Juanita K. Hammons Hall
Saturday, May 2 at 2pm, Juanita K. Hammons Hall
Saturday, May 2 at 8pm, Juanita K. Hammons Hall
This Tony® Award-winning Broadway musical is inspired by the story of the recording session that brought together Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. Student rush tickets are available one hour prior to the performance for $27.75 with a valid BearPass.

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Missouri State Imrov

Monday, April 27 at 9pm, Carrington 208 (Carrington Auditorium)
Monday, May 4 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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MoStateAdClub Presents: AdTalk 2015

Tuesday, April 28 at 6pm, PSU Theater
Geico advertisements are meeting their maker.

Josh Lybarger, Account Supervisor for The Martin Agency in Richmond, Virginia is coming to Missouri State! Some of America’s best most memorable advertisements are from Geico. Meet the man behind it all April 28th at 6:00pm in the PSU Theater.

This event is FREE and open to the entire campus.

This is #MoStateAdClub’s 2nd Annual AdTalk event. Last year, John Osborn, CEO of BBDONY was our first AdTalk speaker.

Event page here.

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President’s Concert

Sunday, April 26 at 4pm, Juanita K. Hammons Hall
The annual “President’s Concert” will be presented, featuring the MSU Symphony Orchestra in combination with the MSU Grand Chorus. This year’s powerful masterwork is the much admired Verdi Requiem! Soloists for the event will be soprano Carol Chapman, mezzo Paula Patterson, tenor Steven Tharp, and bass Richard Todd Payne

MSU Symphony Orchestra, Grand Chorus, and soloists

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SAC Events

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

He Said, She Said

Wednesday, April 22 at 7pm, PSU Theater
“He Said, She Said” Event put on by Campus Outreach Services that has a couple of actors and actresses who act out different scenarios and pose questions to the audience members to encourage a discussion. This will supplement the movie that will be shown directly afterwards, 7:00 pm, PSU Theater, Sponsored by Student Activities Council and FSLSA.

Film: It Happened Here

Wednesday, April 22 at 9pm, PSU Theatre
Come out and enjoy a free film brought to you by Student Activities Council.

Through the intimate portraits of five student survivors, IT HAPPENED HERE exposes the alarming pervasiveness of sexual assault on college campuses, the institutional cover-ups and the failure to protect students, and follows their fight for accountability and change on campus and in federal court.

Rock n’ Bowl

Friday, April 24 at7:30pm, PSU Level 1 Game Center
Free bowling, ping-pong, and pool for students on Friday Nights in Level One Game Center.

Film: Horrible Bosses 2

Sunday, April 26 at 9pm, PSU Theatre
Wednesday, April 29 at 9pm, PSU Theatre
Come out and enjoy a free film brought to you by Student Activities Council.

Dale, Kurt and Nick decide to start their own business but things don’t go as planned because of a slick investor, prompting the trio to pull off a harebrained and misguided kidnapping scheme

Cultural Affairs: Sushi Rolling Class

Tuesday, April 28 at7:30pm, PSU Level 1 Game Center
Students will be able to have the chance to make sushi while learning about the art of sushi rolling and other fun facts.

Film: Pitch Perfect

Sunday, May 3 at 9pm, PSU Theatre
Come out and enjoy a free film brought to you by Student Activities Council.

Beca, a freshman at Barden University, is cajoled into joining The Bellas, her school’s all-girls singing group. Injecting some much needed energy into their repertoire, The Bellas take on their male rivals in a campus competition.

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School’s In: Life Lessons from Theresa Davis

Tuesday, April 28 at 6:30pm, Carrington 208
Also Featuring MSU’s Untamed Tongues (The All-Student Spoken Word Performance Group).

This poetry event features epic live performances sizzling with spoken word presentations about Social, Civil, Civic, and Cultural Issues-Mature Language.  It profiles the original work of an accomplished, professional poet (Theresa Davis) and MSU’s all-student spoken word performance group (Untamed Tongues).  Their thought-provoking, original poetry will engage the audience in a stimulating literary experience that will school them with life lessons about cultural-, social-, civil-, and civic issues; and generate authentic conversations to enhance amiable interactions with individuals from diverse populations.

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Step Up! Bystander Intervention Program

Thursday, April 23 at 2pm, Taylor Health and Wellness Center Conference Room
Step UP! Bystander Intervention Program, Taylor Health and Wellness Center Conference Room 2-3pm. Sponsored by Taylor Health and Wellness Center.

SHARP Training

Monday, April 27 at 6:30pm, Foster Recreation Center
Tuesday, April 28 at 6:30pm, Foster Recreation Center
SHARP: Self Defense and Rape Prevention Training.   This is a free training. Please register online through the Campus Recreation webpage.

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St. Baldrick’s: Fundraiser for Childhood Cancer Research

Wednesday, April 29 at 6pm, PSU Ballroom
Join us for our 3rd annual St. Baldrick’s fundraiser as we work to support childhood cancer research!

St. Baldrick’s is an organization that raises money by hosting events across the country in which participants raise money to shave their headsto support children battling cancer. All of the proceeds from the events go towards childhood cancer research. It is important to note that participants raising money DO NOT have to shave their heads as any donations contribute to the greater cause, which is what we are all about! All shaving or cutting of hair will be conducted by licensed hair professionals.

The event will also have a variety of prizes and activities. We are looking for potential shavees and people who would be willing to help raise money for this cause.  If shaving your head does not interest you, you may also choose to have a portion of your hair cut to donate to an organization of your choice. Again, raising money DOES NOT mean that you have to cut your hair or shave your head.  If you choose to donate your hair, then you must set up the logistics and follow the guidelines set by the organization you will be donating your hair to.

If you are interested in learning more or want to help us reach our goal please visit. https://www.stbaldricks.org/events/mypage/9961/2015.

For more information, check out this month’s Guest Blog.

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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.

 

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Bass Pro Shop Outdoor Festival Paint the Run

Friday, April 24-25, Bass Pro Shop
Our first run of the year, Rock4Kids Paint the Run, is coming up on Saturday, April 25!

Here is what we are seeking:
Friday, April 24
10:15am -1:15pm: 4 volunteers to work package pick-up
3:15pm – 6:30pm: 4 volunteers to work package pick-up

Saturday, April 25
7am-10:30am: 60 volunteers

Paint the Run is on Saturday, April 25th at McBride Elementary School (5005 S. Farm Road 135, Springfield, MO 65810). The race begins at 9am. We will offer 4 different routes; .25 mile, .50 mile, 1 mile and 1.5 miles. For those working package pick-up, this will be held at Bass Pro Shops (1935 S. Campbell, Springfield, MO 65807) outside the main entrance (which is the entrance facing south Campbell street) on Friday, April 24.

Contact: Kelsey Klineline      
E-mail: krklineline@basspro.com
Phone:  417.891.5334
Website: http://fitness.basspro.com/

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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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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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Great Circle

Friday, April 24 – Saturday April 26
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:

  • Rock ‘n Ribs
    • When: Friday, April 24th – Sunday, April 26th, 2015
  • 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

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

  • Wednesday, April 22, Softball vs. Wichita State, 5pm, Killian Sports Complex
  • Thursday, April 23, Softball vs. Wichita State, 5pm, Killian Sports Complex
  • Thursday, April 23, Volleyball vs. Arkansas, Hammons Student Center
  • Saturday, April 25, Softball vs. Northern Iowa, 12pm, Killian Sports Complex
  • Saturday, April 25, M Soccer vs. Northeastern Oklahoma, 1pm, Betty and Bobby Allison South Stadium
  • Saturday, April 25, Softball vs. Northern Iowa, 2pm, Killian Sports Complex
  • Saturday, April 25, M Soccer vs. Missouri S & T, 4pm, Betty and Bobby Allison South Stadium
  • Sunday, April 26, Softball vs. Northern Iowa, 12pm, Killian Sports Complex
  • Sunday, April 26, W Soccer vs. Central Missouri, 2pm, Betty and Bobby Allison South Stadium
  • Tuesday, April 28, Baseball vs. University of Missouri, 6:35pm, Hammons Field
  • Wednesday, April 29, W Soccer vs. Drury, 8pm, Betty and Bobby Allison South Stadium
  • Friday, May 1, Baseball vs. Wichita State, 6:35pm, Hammons Field
  • Saturday, May 2, Baseball vs. Wichita State, 2:05pm, Hammons Field
  • Sunday, May 3, Baseball vs. Wichita State, 1:05pm, Hammons Field

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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!
  • 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!
  • Water Volleyball Wednesdays happening from 6:30 – 8PM on April 15th and 29th!
  • 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.
  • SHARP Sessions will be held in the FRC again this semester!  Three sessions will be sponsored by the Missouri State University Department of Safety and Transportation as well as by Campus Recreation Wellness.  The classes are free so register for one of the following sessions!  All sessions are from 6:30-9p.m.

Session 3: April 27 & 28

  • 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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