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What’s Happening: September 21 – September 27

September 15, 2015 by Josie Harpole

Information/Deadlines

  • Public Affairs Week
  • Last Day to Drop, Withdraw, declare Pass/Not-Pass of Audit for Fall 2015 First Block Classes
  • Hispanic Heritage Month
  • International Week of the Deaf
  • Application for Student Commencement Speakers
  • Submit Your Quotes to Diversity and Inclusion
  • Missouri State Magazine Current Issue (New tab)

Events

  • Public Affairs Week: Civic Engagement Conference
  • Public Affairs Week: Bridging the Diversity Gap
  • Public Affairs Week: MSU Talks
  • Public Affairs Week: US Citizenship Naturalization Ceremony
  • College of Business Prepare for the Fair Workshop
  • Ozark Celebration Festival Lecture Series Presents Nancy Allen
  • #Break the Stigma 5k Recovery Run Presented by SoBear: Bears in Recovery
  • 12 Hour Improv Marathon for Charity
  • Voice Guest Artist Recital – Brandon Nase
  • Keep Calm and Do Research: Clean Up Your Data Act
  • Wind Ensemble Symphony Concert
  • Genealogy Workshop: Magna Carta
  • Study Away Re-Entry Reception
  • International Business Programs Info Session
  • Chorale Concert
  • Biology Seminar – Small Mammal Lineages in North America
  • SAC Events
    • SAC Public Affairs Week Film: Fed Up
    • SAC Public Affairs Week Film: Caesar Chavez
    • SAC After Hours and Public Affairs: SAC Gives Back
    • SAC Concerts Presents: Coffee Shop Sound
    • SAC After Hours: Capture the Flag
    • SAC After Hours: Rock ‘n Bowl

Opportunities

  • Resume Madness
  • Freaky Fairbanks
  • The Victim Center
  • Oktoberfest
  • Into the Streets
  • Bear Service Team

Athletics

  • Saturday, September  19 at 11:00, Softball vs. Crowder College, Killian Softball Complex
  • Sunday, September 20 at 1:00, Softball vs. Avila, Killian Softball Complex
  • Sunday, September 20 at 1:00, Women’s Soccer vs. Western Illinois, Allison South Stadium
  • Sunday, September 20 at 5:00, Softball vs. Labette CC, Killian Softball Complex
  • Thursday, September 24 at 3:00, Baseball vs. Ontario Blue Jays, Hammons Field
  • Friday, September 25 at 7:00, Women’s Volleyball vs. Illinois State, Hammons Student Center
  • Saturday, September 26 at 1:00, Softball vs. Neosho CC, Killian Softball Complex
  • Saturday, September 26 at 3:00, Softball vs. Neosho CC, Killian Softball Complex
  • Saturday, September 26 at 5:00, Women’s Soccer vs. Northern Iowa, Allison South Stadium
  • Saturday, September 26 at 7:00, Women’s Volleyball vs. Indiana State, Allison South Stadium
  • Saturday, September 26 at 7:30, Men’s Soccer vs. SIUE, Allison South Stadium

Campus Recreation

    • Glow Zumba
    • Roaring River Hike
    • Sand Soccer Intermurals
    • Guys and Ladies Nights at the Climbing Wall/li>
    • Climbing Wall Now Open On Sundays
    • Lead Climbing Nights
    • S.H.A.R.P Sexual Harassment And Rape Prevention Classes
    • Swimming Lessons
    • American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification
    • Intramural Sports
    • Massage Therapy
    • Personal Training
    • Moonlight Swim

Information/Deadlines

Public Affairs Week

September 14-19
Public Affairs Week (PAW) is an annual, week-long series of events and presentations developed by and for students as the kick-off for the 2015-2016 Public Affairs theme, Building Healthy Communities: Body, Mind, Spirit.
For information and events visit online at publicaffairs.missouristate.edu/paw.

 

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Last Day for 25% Credit/Refund Fall

September 24
All Campuses
Last day to Drop or Withdraw (student will receive an automatic W grade), declare Pass/Not-Pass, and Change to or from Audit for Fall 2015 First 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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Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15 – October 15

Each year, American observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15-October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988 on the approval of Public Law 100-402. The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September 18, respectively. Also Columbus Day or Dia de la Raza, which is October 12, falls withing this 30 day period.

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International Week of the Deaf

The last full week in September is Deaf Awareness Week. It is also known as the International Week of the Deaf (or International Week of Deaf People). The purpose of Deaf Awareness Week is to draw attention to deaf people, their accomplishments and their issues. During this week, many deaf organizations hold activities to celebrate and conduct public information campaigns to educate people about deafness. Companies and agencies often mark the event, and schools, colleges and universities hold awareness events.

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Application for Graduate Student Speakers

Due September 25
Want to speak at your graduation? Apply to become a student speaker for fall commencement and leave your legacy at Missouri state university.

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Submit Your Quotes to Diversity and Inclusion

Message from Ken Coopwood, Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity Landmarks, named in reference to the planting of diversity placards along sidewalks and entryways, is a campus warming activity designed to promote awareness and display diversity sentiments of campus constituents.
The purpose of Diversity Landmarks is three-fold:
1. Convey diversity as a critical component of academic excellence
2. Remind us that MSU values every person and the richness that cultural perspectives and life experiences contribute to its academic mission
3. Provide an inclusive process for individual expression and recognition
Landmarks truly represent what the MSU Public Affairs mission is all about. See for yourself! Diversity Landmarks will be planted along the newly designed Kings Street corridor and throughout the corral area between Carrington and the PSU.
Each Landmark will include a quote (40 words or less), author and the name of the submitter. Original quotes are encouraged.

WHERE IS YOUR QUOTE????
If you want to participate, send us your quote! Participation in Diversity Landmarks is free and open to all students, faculty, staff and community persons. Email your quotations to: diversitylandmarks@missouristate.edu and watch for your contribution to appear on campus in the near future!

SUBMISSIONS DUE BY 5:00 P.M., October 7, 2015

Link :
https://blogs.missouristate.edu/diversity/2015/09/14/submit-your-quote-for-the-spring-2016-diversity-landmarks/

 

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Events


Paw

Public Affairs Week: Civic Engagement Conference

September 17 at 9:00AM-3:30PM, PSU Ballroom
Join us for an informative and thought provoking look at the issues related to opportunity and democracy here in Springfield and in the United States. Topics that will be discussed include economic opportunity and social mobility; increasing diversity and its impact on communities; the state of political and civic participation; and the ways our community has come together to address public health needs. In an age where the influence of money on politics has grown exponentially and economic inequality is at record-high levels, this conference will explore democracy and self-governance.
Although there is no charge to attend any part of this Conference, including the luncheon, please register on the PAW website (http://publicaffairs.missouristate.edu/paw/conference.htm). This applies to students, faculty, staff and community members.
Dr. Jose Calderon is a Professor in Sociology and Chicano Studies at Pitzer College. He received his B. A. from the University of Colorado in Communications and his MA and PhD in Sociology from the University of California Los Angeles. As the son of immigrant farm workers from Mexico, he has had a long history of connecting his academic work with community organizing, student-based service learning, participatory action research, critical pedagogy, and multi-ethnic coalition building.
George Mehaffy is Vice President for Academic Leadership and Change at the American Association of State Colleges and Universities. His work focuses on civic engagement in higher education and leads such initiatives as the American Democracy Project.

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Public Affairs Week: Bridging the Diversity Gap

September 15 at 9:30AM, PSU Theater
The sweeping forces of globalization present new challenges for higher education. There are a number of external pressures of globalization which demand transformation of university cultures to be more diverse and inclusive. Specifically, globalization has fostered an increasing emphasis on talent, creativity and innovation, regardless of the historic barriers of race and gender. The dramatic increases in diversity among student, faculty and staff populations coupled with the increasing demographic dominance of minority populations both at home and abroad represent a clear mandate for change. No institution of higher education can afford to waste human talent and the cultural and social richness that multicultural and other underrepresented groups bring to their campuses.
This interactive session will discuss the importance of diversity’s role in, ethical leadership, curriculum design, enhancing cultural competence, improving student success, increasing collaboration and respect across all groups, and building a rich campus environment using a “Reciprocal Empowerment” approach which empowers all to reach their full potential.
Dr. Edward E. Hubbard is President and CEO of Hubbard & Hubbard, Inc., Petaluma, CA, an international organization and human performance-consulting corporation that specializes in techniques for applied business performance improvement, Diversity Return on Investment (DROI®) measurement and analytics, instructional design and strategic organizational development. He is the author of more than 40 books.

 

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Public Affairs Week: MSU Talks

September 16 at 4:00PM-6:00PM, PSU 313
MSUTalks will explore this year’s public affair theme by proposing an answer to the question, “What defines a healthy community?” Arguments will be made that support biological and human health as the main determination of health; other arguments will be made in support of the claim that spiritual health is most important to community building; other arguments will be brought forth that the mind is always superior and the most important key to building healthy communities. Audience members will be allowed to make their own suggestions and interpretations of the positions and arguments that they hear. Everyone is welcome to join in to listen and/or to engage in this event where MSU talks!
Sponsored by MSU’s Holt V. Spicer Debate Team and the 2015-16 Public Affairs Provost Fellow.
MSU Holt V. Spicer Debate Team

 

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Public Affairs Week: Civic Engagement Conference

September 16 at 12:00PM-1:00PM, PSU Theater
Witness as those in the Western District of Missouri take their Oath of Allegiance and thereby complete the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. There will be a variety of speakers and MSU’s Hybernotes will be taking the stage with America the Beautiful! Seating will be limited in the theater on a first come first serve basis to about 200-300 students and/or campus members. Overflow seating will be available in the PSU Ballroom to view the ceremony via closed circuit.
Sponsored by the Office of Citizenship & Service Learning and the American Democracy Project
Various speakers

 

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CelebrationFest

Ozarks Celebration Festival Series Presents Nancy Allen

September 17 at 7:00 PM, PSU Room 313

Nancy Allen will present her lecture: From Prosecutor to Author: How a Background in Criminal Law Inspired an Ozarks Mystery Series, tonight at 7 p.m. in Plaster Student Union 313.
Allen will discuss her professional background in criminal law and how it inspired her to write The Code of the Hills and A Killing at the Creek. She will also share a reading from one of her novels, and describe the path to publication.
Allen, a native of the Missouri Ozarks, received her Bachelor’s Degree in English from Missouri State; she entered law school and received her Juris Doctor from Missouri University School of Law.
As a practicing attorney for fifteen years, Allen served as Assistant Missouri Attorney General and as Assistant Prosecutor in Greene County. When she began her term as prosecutor in Greene County, she was the second woman in all of Southwest Missouri to serve in that capacity. In her years in prosecution she tried over thirty jury trials, including murder, rape, and incest. During that time she served on the Rape Crisis Board and the Child Protection Team of the Child Advocacy Council. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Victim Center.
Allen currently teaches Business Law in the College of Business at Missouri State University.

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Sobear

#BreaktheStigma 5k Recovery Run Presented by SoBEAR: Bears in Recovery

September 19 at 9:00 AM, North Mall

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, September 19, 2015
North Mall
Come out to the inaugural #BreaktheStigma 5K Recovery Run on September 19, 2015 @ 9 a.m. Help us raise awareness and #BreaktheStigma that surrounds Addiction and Recovery. All proceeds go to support students in recovery at Missouri State University.
Registration Fee: $20 for Students of any age with ID, $25 for Non-Students
$30 Last Minute Registration (8:30-9:00 a.m. Sept 19)
Price includes T-Shirt, Finisher Medal, and some Recovery!
Register at www.runsignup.com

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Improv

12 Hours Improv Marathon for Charity

September 21, North Mall Bear Paw
Missouri State Improv, Pi Kappa Phi and Alpha Chi Omega present 12 straight hours of improv comedy to raise money for programs and resources benefitting the families at Harmony House.

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Voice

Voice Guest Artist Recital – Brandon Nase

September 21, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Guest artist, Brandon Nase, will be performing at Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts at 7:30p.

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Library

Keep Calm & Do Research: Clean up your Data Act

September 22, Meyer Library Room
Good research starts with good data. Before you begin your analysis, you should clean your dataset. The course will address each of the steps of proper data cleaning and ways to address potential problems by dealing with outliers, transforming variables, or imputing missing data. This course will teach you how to use graphs and tests to explore your data and make sure that they meet the assumptions of the tests you plan to run. Basic familiarity with SPSS is assumed.
Upon completing this course, students will be able to…
· Graph a single variable and examine it for normality, skewness, and outliers.
· Explore the relationship between two variables and examine them for linearity and non- monotonic relationships
· Test the assumptions of multivariate analysis including linearity, sphericity, missing data, and normality.
· Identify and eliminate multivariate outliers with a Mahalanobis test.

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Voice

Wind Ensemble Symphony Concert

September 22, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

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MagnaCarta

Geanlogy Workshop: Magna Carta

September 23, The Library Center

Pat Haas discusses her trip to England and the National Society of Magna Charta Dames and Barons, of which she is a member. Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society.
The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO 65810, Auditorium

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Study Away

Study Away Re-Entry Reception (9/23)

September 23 at 5:30PM, Plaster Student Union Room 400
Study Away Programs’ annual Welcome Back Reception for returning study abroad students is a terrific opportunity to give Study Away staff feedback about your experience and share stories about your time abroad. Any student who has studied abroad is invited to attend and meet other students just returning from life abroad. Study Away Programs staff provides refreshments, door prizes, and engages students in fun “reverse culture shock” activities. The Study Away Study Photo Contest entries are displayed and the winner is announced.
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Fair

College of Business Prepare for the Fair Workshop

September 17 at 4:00PM, Glass 108
All College of Business students wishing to attend the Accounting Career Fair on September 9 or the Business Career Fair on September 22 must attend this workshop. Fair details and guidelines will be covered.
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InternationalBusiness

International Business Programs Info Sessnion

September 24, Glass Hall Room 227
The International Business Programs (IBP) office will hold an information session to describe programs offered by partner exchanges and faculty-led short-term programs. Students who studied away recently will be available to answer questions and describe their experiences abroad.
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Voice

Chorale Concert

September 24, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Chorale Concert in HHPA at 7:30 pm

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biology

Biology Seminar – Small Mammal Lineages in North America

September 25, Temple Hall Room 0003
Dr. Andrew Hope earned his PhD in 2011 from University of New Mexico, followed by a postdoc with the USGS in Alaska and is now a Research Assistant Professor at Kansas State University. His research examines phylogeographic patterns in small mammals, particularly shrews, as well as broader phylogenetic patterns in mammals and their parasites. His seminar will discuss small mammal lineages in North America and the role of environmental change has played on their history.
Dr. Andrew Hope, Research Assistant Professor at Kansas State University
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sac

SAC Events

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

 SAC Film: Fed Up

September 16 at 9 pm, Plaster Student Union Theater
Check out this powerful documentary that hits at the very core of this year’s public affairs theme, Building Healthy Communities: Mind, Body and Spirit! Everything we’ve been told about food and exercise for the past 30 years is dead wrong. FED UP is the film the food industry doesn’t want you to see. From Katie Couric, Laurie David (Oscar winning producer of AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH) and director Stephanie Soechtig, FED UP will change the way you eat forever.

SAC Film: Caesar Chavez

September 20 at 9 pm, Plaster Student Union Theater

SAC will present the classic film Caesar Chavez for Hispanic Heritage Month in the Plaster Student Union Theater. This event is totally free to students and free popcorn will be served before the movie.

SAC After Hours and Public Affairs: SAC Gives Back

September 17 at 9 pm, Plaster Student Union Food Court

Students will come together to help prepare care packages for people in need. This event will feature different stations to construct various items, like letters to military, children in hospitals, and packages for people in need.

SAC Concerts Presents: Coffee Shop Sound

September 22 at 7 pm, Plaster Student Union South Lounge

Everyone loves music. Coffee Shop Sound is an event filled with numerous student acoustic players to set the mood for all who attend.  It’s a relaxing evening for people to enjoy coffee or tea and cookies while perhaps doing homework.

SAC After Hours Presents: Capture the Flag

September 24 at 9 pm, Trottier Plaza

Students will gather to play a good old fashioned game of capture the flag by competing against another team.

SAC Campus Events: Rock ‘n Bowl

September 18 and 25, 7 pm – 11 pm, PSU Level 1 Game Center
Free bowling and games are available every Friday from 7-10PM courtesy of Student Activities Council.
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Opportunities

For more opportunities, subscribe to the Community Opportunities Newsletter.

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Resume Madness

September 21, Professional Building 4th Floor
Come have your résumé critiqued by a Career Center professional/employer to prepare for internship and job searches, career fairs, graduate school, scholarships, etc.
No appointment necessary…just bring a rough-draft of your résumé to a Résumé Madness table to get a quick review.
For follow-up or more in-depth review, you can visit the Career Center (Carrington 309) during our walk-in hours or schedule an appointment (417-836-5636).
Walk-in Hours (Fall 2015 Semester when classes are in session): Monday – Friday; 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm

 

Fainbanks

Freaky Fairbanks

October 22-24 and 29-31, 2015

The Drew Lewis Foundation at the Fairbanks, in partnership with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Springfield and Missouri State University, wants to freak you out with the 2nd Annual Freaky Fairbanks Haunted House!

Come and volunteer at the historic Fairbanks Elementary School over the course of two weekends: October 22-24 and 29-31, 2015. The hour from 7 to 8 pm will be kid-friendly for ages 12 and under. The 13 and up version will take place from 8-10 pm. To sign up, follow this link.
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Victim Center

 Victim Center

The Victim Center in Springfield, Missouri, is now accepting applications from community volunteers to assist victims of violent crime and their families.

Victim advocates are on call approximately two or three times a month, at nights or on weekends and holidays to respond to 864-SAFE hotline phone calls from crime victims or calls from local health-care and law enforcement agencies. Although most calls require only require a telephone response, advocates are also summoned to local hospitals, law enforcement agencies, and crime scenes to assist crime victims.

The next training is the first weekend of October. Interviews are underway now. Interviews and background checks on all applicants will be completed prior to acceptance. All applicants must be at least twenty-one years old and must have use of a car and a telephone.

Contact: Paula Tindell, Victim Advocate/Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (417)863-0827, #106 or (417)863-7273, Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Website:http://www.thevictimcenter.org/
Location: 819 Boonville, Springfield, Missouri 65802

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Oktober

 Oktoberfest

A German themed two day event at the Ozarks Empire Fairgrounds (3001 N. Grant St. Springfield) featuring German food and beverages, a 5K run, contests, bike ride, kids rides, music and much, much more. The Oktoberfest supports Sertoma’s children’s charities.

To sign up to volunteer click here.



IntotheStreets

 Into the Streets

Into the Streets at Missouri State is the first large-scale service event of the semester! This annual program features community service opportunities for hundreds of students. Get out into our community and serve alongside local agencies!

Through this program, Missouri State students will be actively involved in one of our Public Affairs Pillars, Community Engagement. What is a better way to spend a Saturday than serving with friends, making new friends, volunteering, and making a difference in the lives of others?

Into the Streets is looking for Site Leaders who would lead a group of 5-20 students and would be available to attend a short training session prior to the event.

This day of service also needs students to sign up to volunteer. Students will meet in the PSU at 8 a.m. and then depart to different areas of the community to make a difference. The day should be done by 1 p.m.

Click here to sign up!



BearService

 Bear Service Team

Bear Service Team is a student organization dedicated to planning service opportunities for the MSU community. This is a great way to connect with other students, maintain relationships with community agencies, and have fun service our community!

Click here for more information: https://goo.gl/aohIKy #citizenbear #SGFLove #LoveSGF


 

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Athletics

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

  • Saturday, September 19 at 11:00 AM Softball vs. Crowder College, Killian Sports Complex
  • Sunday, September 20 at 1:00 Softball vs. Avila, Killian Sports Complex
  • Sunday, September 20 at 1:00 Women’s Soccer vs. Western Illinois, Allison South Fields
  • Sunday, September 20 at 5:00 Softball vs. Labette CC, Killian Sports Complex
  • Thursday, September 24 at 3:00, Baseball vs. Ontario Blue Jays, Hammons Field
  • Friday, September 25 at 7:00, Women’s Volleyball vs. Illinois State, Hammons Student Center
  • Saturday, September 26 at 1:00, Softball vs. Neosho CC, Killian Softball Complex
  • Saturday, September 26 at 3:00, Softball vs. Neosho CC, Killian Softball Complex
  • Saturday, September 26 at 5:00, Women’s Soccer vs. Northern Iowa, Allison South Stadium
  • Saturday, September 26 at 7:00, Women’s Volleyball vs. Indiana State, Allison South Stadium
  • Saturday, September 26 at 7:30, Men’s Soccer vs. SIUE, Allison South Stadium

 

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campusrec

Campus Recreation

  • Fall Foster Recreation Hours
Foster Recreation Center Hours Fall Aquatics Hours Fall Climbing Hours
Mon-Thurs, 6AM-11PM Mon-Thurs, 7AM-9AM//11AM-10PM Mon-Thurs, 4-10PM
Fri, 6AM-9PM Fri, 7AM-9AM//11AM-8PM Friday, 4-8PM
Sat, 9AM-9PM Sat, 9AM-8PM Sat, 1-5PM
Sun, Noon-11PM Sun, Noon-10PM Sun, CLOSED

 

 

 

Coming Soon In The Rec:

  • Glow Zumba is coming back to the FRC on Wednesday, September 22 from 7-8pm. Come see what all the talk is about and experience Zumba in the dark with neon lights and glow sticks!
  • Outdoor Adventures is heading on a Roaring River Hike on September 19th. Join them as they hike just outside of Branson, MO on the parks scenic trails. This day hike will depart at 9AM and only cost $15.
  • Don’t forget to sign up your Sand Soccer Team by September 16th! Visit IMLeagues.com to register now and don’t forget to check out the schedule of other sports offered this fall.
  • Come to the Climbing Wall at the FRC to participate in Guys Night and Ladies Night every Tuesday and Thursday! Every Tuesday guys will get free shoe and chalk rental and every Thursday ladies will receive free shoe and chalk rental.
  • Climbing Wall and office is now open on Sundays from 5pm-8pm!
  • Lead Climbing Nights beginning every Monday, Wednesday and Sunday. Outdoor Adventures is excited to introduce lead climbing nights to our climbing community! Lead nights are open to everyone who has completed the lead clinic.
  • S.H.A.R.P, Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention is a free course offered to both males and females. This class is meant to prepare you with the mental and physical skills you will need to help protect yourself when put into unexpected situations. Sign up for a session today at http://www.missouristate.edu/recreation/Wellness/SHARP.htm *all sessions are from 6:30-9pm
  • Swimming Lessons happening now at the FRC! Join us for private or group lessons for beginners or intermediate swimmers.

Fall Session 1
Tuesday/Thursday classes from 9/15-10/1
Register by 9/11/2015
Beginner Class from 7:30pm-8:15pm
Intermediate Class from 8:30pm-9:15pm
Fall Session 2
Tuesday/ Thursday classes from 10/13-10/29
Register by 10/8/2015
Beginner Class from 7:30pm-8:15pm
Intermediate Class from 8:30pm-9:15pm

  •  American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification Register online or in person at the FRC. Registration deadline is 2 days before each class. Limited seats are available. CPR/AED and First Aid are held in the Aquatics Classroom. CPR is $55 and First Aid is $40.

Session 1 on September 15th
CPR/AED Session 1: 4-7:30pm
First Aid Session 1: 7:30-9:30pm
 Session 2 on October 10th
CPR/AED Session 2: 9am-12:30pm
First Aid Session 2: 7:30-9:30pm
Session 3 on November 18th
CPR/AED Session 3: 4-7:30pm
First Aid Session 3: 7:30-9:30pm
Session 4 on December 15th
CPR/AED Session 4: 9am-12:30pm
First Aid Session4: 7:30-9:30pm

  • Does school have you stressed already? Take 30 minutes or 1 hour and stop by the recreation for Massage Therapy and Check out our prices on our website and set up an appointment today.
  •      Interested in Intramural Sports? Check out the schedule of what will be offered this fall on our website:www.missouristate.edu/recreation

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

  • Don’t forget to join us 8pm-10pm every Wednesday for Moonlight Swim
  • Does school have you stressed already? Take 30 minutes or 1 hour and stop by the recreation for Massage Therapy! Check out our prices on website and set up an appointment today. http://www.missouristate.edu/recreation/Wellness/Massages.htm

  • Experience our Personal Training today and get the results you have always wanted! Your first assessment is free! Need more information? Visit us online http://www.missouristate.edu/recreation/Wellness/AssessmentsAndTraining.htm

  • Don’t forget to join us from 8pm-10pm every Wednesday for our Moonlight Swim!

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What’s Happening: September 14-September 20

September 9, 2015 by Josie Harpole

Information/Deadlines

  • Public Affairs Week
  • Last Day for 25% Credit/ Refund Fall
  • Hispanic Heritage Month
  • Help Conserve Energy During September
  • Citizen Scholar Award Nomination
  • Application for Student Commencement Speakers
  • Missouri State Magazine Current Issue (New tab)

Events

  • Public Affairs Week: New Voter Registration
  • Public Affairs Week: Civic Engagement Conference
  • Public Affairs Week: Carillon Bells Patriotic Recital
  • Public Affairs Week: Bridging the Diversity Gap
  • Public Affairs Week:Building Healthy Communities through Advocacy
  • Public Affairs Week: Hunger Banquet
  • Public Affairs Week: MSU Talks
  • Public Affairs Week: US Citizenship Naturalization Ceremony
  • College of Business Prepare for the Fair Workshop
  • Study Away 101
  • Missouri State University Family Days at Dickerson Park Zoo
  • Ozark Celebration Festival Lecture Series Presents Abby Burnett
  • Resume Madness
  • Hispanic Heritage Month Flag Parade
  • Relay for Life Info Meeting
  • American Chemical Society Back Sale
  • Mariachi Concert
  • Ozark Celebration Festival Lecture Series Presents Nancy Allen
  • #Break the Stigma 5k Recovery Run Presented by SoBear: Bears in Recovery
  • Mirosla Urbanik – Graphic Novel Art
  • Animation, Digital and Electronic Arts Student Exhibition
  • SAC Events
    • SAC Films: Jurassic World
    • SAC After Hours: Summer Fun Swim Party
    • SAC and Public Affairs: PostSecret Frank Warren
    • SAC Public Affairs Week Film: Fed Up
    • SAC Public Affairs Week Film: Caesar Chavez
    • SAC After Hours and Public Affairs: SAC Gives Back
    • SAC After Hours: Rock ‘n Bowl

Opportunities

  • Missouri State Call Center
  • Freaky Fairbanks
  • The Victim Center
  • Oktoberfest
  • Into the Streets
  • Bear Service Team

Athletics

  • Thursday, September 10 at 8:00, Rally in the Valley, Plaster Stadium
  • Friday, September 11 7:00, Men’s Soccer vs. Saint Mary’s, Allison South Fields
  • Saturday, September 12 at 2:00,Football vs. Chadron State, Plaster Stadium
  • Saturday, September  19 at 11:00, Softball vs. Crowder College, Killian Softball Complex
  • Sunday, September 20 at 1:00, Softball vs. Avila, Killian Softball Complex
  • Sunday, September 20 at 1:00, Women’s Soccer vs. Western Illinois, Allison South Stadium
  • Sunday, September 20 at 5:00, Softball vs. Labette CC, Killian Softball Complex

Campus Recreation

    • Family Weekend
    • S.H.A.R.P Sexual Harassment And Rape Prevention Classes
    • Swimming Lessons
    • American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification
    • James River Kayak Trip
    • Intramural Sports
    • Massage Therapy
    • Personal Training
    • Moonlight Swim

Information/Deadlines

Public Affairs Week

September 14-19
Public Affairs Week (PAW) is an annual, week-long series of events and presentations developed by and for students as the kick-off for the 2015-2016 Public Affairs theme, Building Healthy Communities: Body, Mind, Spirit.
For information and events visit online at publicaffairs.missouristate.edu/paw.

 

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Last Day for 25% Credit/Refund Fall

September 19
The last day to change sections, drop, or withdraw from Fall 2015 First Block classes, with 25% refund, is today.

Drops and withdrawals can be processed online at My Missouri State. If you have a hold on your account preventing the use of the web registration system to drop a class, contact the Office of the Registrar prior to midnight on the deadline day. Office hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. After 5:00 pm, email Registrar@missouristate.edu from your University email account, or fax 417-836-6334.

Course adds and section changes can only be processed with academic department approval.

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

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Hispanic Heritage Month

Each year, American observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15-October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988 on the approval of Public Law 100-402. The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September 18, respectively. Also Columbus Day or Dia de la Raza, which is October 12, falls withing this 30 day period.

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Help Conserve Energy During Aug/Sept

August & September
The campus annual electrical demand rates will likely be set for the entire year sometime soon. The combination of students back for the fall semester and the extreme high temperatures will cause the electrical consumption to peak and therefore determine what electrical capacity City Utilities must plan for our campus throughout the entire year. This establishes the minimum we must pay through the next 10 months for the demand portion of the electric bills, regardless of the actual electricity we consume. Please join the campus community to step up and make a difference during the months of August and September by following these energy conserving measures to help set a low demand rate!

Help the Campus to be more sustainable!
More information at http://www.missouristate.edu/facilities/#conserve and http://www.missouristate.edu/facilities/EnergyMgmnt.htm#videos

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Citizen Scholar Award Nomination

The Board of Governors is once again soliciting nominations for the annual Citizen Scholars Award. Since the award was created in 2007, forty-seven exceptional students have been chosen to receive this prestigious honor, and the Missouri State University Board of Governors is expecting to recognize six more outstanding students this fall.
Faculty or Staff can nominate student who excels academically and exemplifies the Public Affairs mission. The deadline for nominations to be received is 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 17, 2015. More information can be found on the Citizen Scholars webpagehttp://studentaffairs.missouristate.edu/citizenscholaraward.htm
Recipients of the Citizen Scholar Award are recognized at various times throughout the academic year, including at athletic events, on the House and Senate floors at the Capitol in Jefferson City, at Board of Governors’ functions, and at award banquets. Recipients will also be recognized on a plaque in the Parliamentary Room in the Plaster Student Union.

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Application for Graduate Student Speakers

Due September 25
Want to speak at your graduation? Apply to become a student speaker for fall commencement and leave your legacy at Missouri state university.

Find the application here!
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Events


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Public Affairs Week: New Voter Registration

September 14 at 10:00AM-2:00PM, Library and PSU
To help emphasize the community engagement tenant of the public affairs mission, voter registration will be available at various times and locations on campus during Public Affairs Week. All qualifying students, staff and faculty are encouraged to get registered to vote!
Booths located south court of the PSU and inside the lobby of the Meyer Library.

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Public Affairs Week: Civic Engagement Conference

September 17 at 9:00AM-3:30PM, PSU Ballroom
Join us for an informative and thought provoking look at the issues related to opportunity and democracy here in Springfield and in the United States. Topics that will be discussed include economic opportunity and social mobility; increasing diversity and its impact on communities; the state of political and civic participation; and the ways our community has come together to address public health needs. In an age where the influence of money on politics has grown exponentially and economic inequality is at record-high levels, this conference will explore democracy and self-governance.
Although there is no charge to attend any part of this Conference, including the luncheon, please register on the PAW website (http://publicaffairs.missouristate.edu/paw/conference.htm). This applies to students, faculty, staff and community members.
Dr. Jose Calderon is a Professor in Sociology and Chicano Studies at Pitzer College. He received his B. A. from the University of Colorado in Communications and his MA and PhD in Sociology from the University of California Los Angeles. As the son of immigrant farm workers from Mexico, he has had a long history of connecting his academic work with community organizing, student-based service learning, participatory action research, critical pedagogy, and multi-ethnic coalition building.
George Mehaffy is Vice President for Academic Leadership and Change at the American Association of State Colleges and Universities. His work focuses on civic engagement in higher education and leads such initiatives as the American Democracy Project.

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Public Affairs Week: Carillon Bells Patriotic Recital

September 17 at 12:00PM, Meyer Library Lawn
In honor of Constitution Day, join the campus community at 12:00 noon to hear a medley of time honored patriotic songs as performed by Dr. Jeremy Chesman – can you identify our national songs?
Jeremy Chesman, AAGO, ChM, University Carillonist and Assistant Professor of Music, is a graduate of the University of Michigan, where he was the first person to earn a Master of Music degree in Carillon Performance. His performances have been broadcast in the United States, the Netherlands, and Japan, and he has performed live throughout the United States, as well as in the Netherlands, France, Belgium, and Portugal, where he played a recital of American music at the National Palace in Mafra on the European Union’s day of mourning for the events of September 11.
A specialist in American music, Mr. Chesman has premiered works by Steven Sodders and Augustus O. Hill. He has also lectured on American carillon music in Belgium and at congresses of the Guild of Carilloneurs in North America. He is currently working on a book about the carillon in universities in America.

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Public Affairs Week: Bridging the Diversity Gap

September 15 at 9:30AM, PSU Theater
The sweeping forces of globalization present new challenges for higher education. There are a number of external pressures of globalization which demand transformation of university cultures to be more diverse and inclusive. Specifically, globalization has fostered an increasing emphasis on talent, creativity and innovation, regardless of the historic barriers of race and gender. The dramatic increases in diversity among student, faculty and staff populations coupled with the increasing demographic dominance of minority populations both at home and abroad represent a clear mandate for change. No institution of higher education can afford to waste human talent and the cultural and social richness that multicultural and other underrepresented groups bring to their campuses.
This interactive session will discuss the importance of diversity’s role in, ethical leadership, curriculum design, enhancing cultural competence, improving student success, increasing collaboration and respect across all groups, and building a rich campus environment using a “Reciprocal Empowerment” approach which empowers all to reach their full potential.
Dr. Edward E. Hubbard is President and CEO of Hubbard & Hubbard, Inc., Petaluma, CA, an international organization and human performance-consulting corporation that specializes in techniques for applied business performance improvement, Diversity Return on Investment (DROI®) measurement and analytics, instructional design and strategic organizational development. He is the author of more than 40 books.

 

 

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Public Affairs Week: Building Healthy Communities Through Advocacy

September 15 at 2:00PM-4:00PM, Library Room 101
During this hands-on training, attendees will learn appropriate and effective strategies to influence change through advocacy to their local and state officials using letter writing, personal contact, social media and mediums. Sean Soendker Nicholson of Progress Missouri will be presenting the section on social media. Please bring your preferred digital device to practice on during the presentation. Students from the MSU Social Work Club will be presenting on the other topics. Due to the nature of this hands-on training event, please plan to attend the full two hours.
Sponsored by the Social Work Club
Student members of the MSU Social Work Club

 

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Public Affairs Week: Hunger Banquet

September 15 at 5:00PM-6:30PM, PSU Ballroom
This popular and long standing MSU event is revised for 2015! Each individual participant will be part of an experience that will give them both local and global perspectives of the deep injustices of our world’s food system and how everyone has a part to play in the fight against poverty and hunger. Attendees will deepen their perspectives and acquire actionable ideas on how they can be a part of the solution in building healthy communities!
Sponsored by MSU’s Community Involvement & Service and the Office of Public Affairs Support
Various speakers

 

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Public Affairs Week: MSU Talks

September 16 at 4:00PM-6:00PM, PSU 313
MSUTalks will explore this year’s public affair theme by proposing an answer to the question, “What defines a healthy community?” Arguments will be made that support biological and human health as the main determination of health; other arguments will be made in support of the claim that spiritual health is most important to community building; other arguments will be brought forth that the mind is always superior and the most important key to building healthy communities. Audience members will be allowed to make their own suggestions and interpretations of the positions and arguments that they hear. Everyone is welcome to join in to listen and/or to engage in this event where MSU talks!
Sponsored by MSU’s Holt V. Spicer Debate Team and the 2015-16 Public Affairs Provost Fellow.
MSU Holt V. Spicer Debate Team

 

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Public Affairs Week: Civic Engagement Conference

September 16 at 12:00PM-1:00PM, PSU Theater
Witness as those in the Western District of Missouri take their Oath of Allegiance and thereby complete the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. There will be a variety of speakers and MSU’s Hybernotes will be taking the stage with America the Beautiful! Seating will be limited in the theater on a first come first serve basis to about 200-300 students and/or campus members. Overflow seating will be available in the PSU Ballroom to view the ceremony via closed circuit.
Sponsored by the Office of Citizenship & Service Learning and the American Democracy Project
Various speakers

 

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College of Business Prepare for the Fair Workshop

September 17 at 4:00PM, Glass 108
All College of Business students wishing to attend the Accounting Career Fair on September 9 or the Business Career Fair on September 22 must attend this workshop. Fair details and guidelines will be covered.

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Study Away

Study Away 101

September 15 at 5:00PM, Plaster Student Union Room 309
Interested in studying abroad but you’re just not sure where to begin? Come to a Study Away 101 session to get preliminary information about studying abroad, various Study Away options, and the application process. These sessions are fun and informal, so just drop by and ask your questions. We hope to see you there!

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Zoo

Missouri State University Family Days at Dickerson Park Zoo

September 11-13 at 9:00AM-5:00PM, Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield MO

Go wild at Dickerson Park Zoo! Missouri State alumni, students, families and community supporters will receive half-price admission by wearing BearWear Sept. 11-13!

Be sure to visit the Missouri State University Bear Country exhibit to see the zoo’s two black bears. This sponsored partnership between Dickerson Park Zoo and Missouri State promotes our mascot, Boomer, and bear conservation.

Admission fees:
• Adults and teenagers: $11, discounted to $5.50
• Children ages 3-12: $8, discounted to $4
• Children ages 2 and younger: Free

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CelebrationFest

Ozark Celebration Festival Lecture Series Presents Abby Burnett

September 14 at 7:00PM, PSU 313
Abby Burnett will present her lecture: Gone to the Grave: Burial Customs of the Arkansas Ozarks, 1850-1950, tonight at 7 p.m. in Plaster Student Union, Room 313.
Burnett is an independent researcher and writer in northwestern Arkansas who specializes in cemeteries and burial customs. An active member of the Association for Gravestone Studies and a regular contributor to its quarterly bulletin, she was featured in Silent Storytellers, a documentary produced by and aired on the Arkansas Educational Television Network in 2010.
In addition to her work on cemeteries, Burnett has published several articles on local and regional history and co-wrote the book When the Presbyterians Came to Kingston in 2000, a new edition of which is being released later this year. Her lecture will be based on her 2014 book, Gone to the Grave: Burial Customs of the Arkansas Ozarks, 1850-1950.

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Resume Madness

September 15 at 11:00 AM, Glass Hall 103
Come have your resume critiqued by a Career Center professional/employer to prepare for internship and job searches, career fairs, graduate school, scholarships, etc.
No appointment necessary…just bring a rough-draft of your résumé to a Résumé Madness table to get a quick review.
For follow-up or more in-depth review, you can visit the Career Center (Carrington 309) during our walk-in hours or schedule an appointment (417-836-5636).
Walk-in Hours (Fall 2015 Semester when classes are in session): Monday – Friday; 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm

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Hispanic Heritage Month Flag Parade

September 15 at 12:30 PM, University Hall
The official opening of Hispanic Heritage Month with students walking around campus carrying and displaying the Latin-American flags. There are a total of 20 Latin-American flags.

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Relay for Life Info Meeting

September 15 at 8:00 PM, PSU 313
This year is our 15th year as the largest fundraising organization on campus! Relay for Life pairs with The American Cancer Society to provide funding for cancer research. Please join us at this meeting to gain information on how to get involved and make a difference. Hope to see lots of smiling people there!

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ACS

American Chemical Society Bake Sale

September 16 at 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Temple Hall
ACS will be having a bake sale to raise money to go to the national meetings, which will be held in San Diego. Stop by and check out the delicious goodies! We will have a table set up directly outside the doors in front of Temple 002, weather permitting.

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Mariachi Concert

September 16, PSU Food Court
Special presentation of “Grupoo Cantera” from University of Guadalajara and “Mariachi Herencia Mexicana”

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CelebrationFest

Ozarks Celebration Festival Series Presents Nancy Allen

September 17 at 7:00 PM, PSU Room 313

Nancy Allen will present her lecture: From Prosecutor to Author: How a Background in Criminal Law Inspired an Ozarks Mystery Series, tonight at 7 p.m. in Plaster Student Union 313.
Allen will discuss her professional background in criminal law and how it inspired her to write The Code of the Hills and A Killing at the Creek. She will also share a reading from one of her novels, and describe the path to publication.
Allen, a native of the Missouri Ozarks, received her Bachelor’s Degree in English from Missouri State; she entered law school and received her Juris Doctor from Missouri University School of Law.
As a practicing attorney for fifteen years, Allen served as Assistant Missouri Attorney General and as Assistant Prosecutor in Greene County. When she began her term as prosecutor in Greene County, she was the second woman in all of Southwest Missouri to serve in that capacity. In her years in prosecution she tried over thirty jury trials, including murder, rape, and incest. During that time she served on the Rape Crisis Board and the Child Protection Team of the Child Advocacy Council. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Victim Center.
Allen currently teaches Business Law in the College of Business at Missouri State University.

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#BreaktheStigma 5k Recovery Run Presented by SoBEAR: Bears in Recovery

September 19 at 9:00 AM, North Mall

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, September 19, 2015
North Mall
Come out to the inaugural #BreaktheStigma 5K Recovery Run on September 19, 2015 @ 9 a.m. Help us raise awareness and #BreaktheStigma that surrounds Addiction and Recovery. All proceeds go to support students in recovery at Missouri State University.
Registration Fee: $20 for Students of any age with ID, $25 for Non-Students
$30 Last Minute Registration (8:30-9:00 a.m. Sept 19)
Price includes T-Shirt, Finisher Medal, and some Recovery!
Register at www.runsignup.com

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Library

Mirosla Urbanik – Graphic Novel Art

September 1-30  at 11:00, Meyer Library Room 107

Meyer Library is pleased to present the work of Miroslaw Urbaniak, graphic novel artist, during the month of September.

Enlarged prints of the works will be displayed in room 107 of Meyer Library.

Mr. Urbaniak did children book illustrations and multimedia designs, web pages and corporate identity as well as editorial illustration and poster designs and game UI designs. Out of these multiple fields and occupations, his favorite is storytelling. He does storyboards, graphic novels and comics.


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Department of Art and Design Biennial Exhibition

September 1-18, Student Exhibition Center
The Department of Art+Design’s biennial exhibition of student work by Animation, Digital Arts, Electronic Arts, and Art+Design students.

August 28 – September 19, 2015

Reception:
First Friday Art Walk, Sept 4, 6-10 p.m.

SEC Gallery Hours:

Monday – Friday: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday: Noon-5 p.m.

Closed Sundays and University holidays
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SAC Events

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

SAC Films: Jurassic World

September 13 at 9 pm, Plaster Student Union Theater
SAC will present the blockbuster film Jurassic World in the Plaster Student Union Theater. This event is totally free to students and free popcorn will be served before the movie.

SAC After Hours: Summer Fun Swim Party

September 10 at 9 pm, Foster Recreation Center
A beach themed swimming party with music and great food. There will be telescopes to look at the beautiful night sky and a camp experience with hay barrels, fire pits, and smores.

SAC and Public Affairs Week: PostSecret Frank Warren

September 14 at 7 pm, Plaster Student Union Theater
Mr. Frank Warren presents PostSecret Live. Founder of PostSecret.com, a collection of highly personal secrets on artfully decorated postcards mailed anonymously from around the world, Frank Warren will discuss why the blog has become so important, and why he has made suicide awareness part of his life’s work. A popular speaker with college audiences, students will get to see postcards that were banned from his books and have the opportunity to share their own secrets live during the interactive program.
Founder of PostSecrets.com, Frank Warren is an author and blogger.

SAC Film: Fed Up

September 16 at 9 pm, Plaster Student Union Theater
Check out this powerful documentary that hits at the very core of this year’s public affairs theme, Building Healthy Communities: Mind, Body and Spirit! Everything we’ve been told about food and exercise for the past 30 years is dead wrong. FED UP is the film the food industry doesn’t want you to see. From Katie Couric, Laurie David (Oscar winning producer of AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH) and director Stephanie Soechtig, FED UP will change the way you eat forever.

SAC Film: Caesar Chavez

September 20 at 9 pm, Plaster Student Union Theater

SAC will present the classic film Caesar Chavez for Hispanic Heritage Month in the Plaster Student Union Theater. This event is totally free to students and free popcorn will be served before the movie.

SAC After Hours and Public Affairs: SAC Gives Back

September 17 at 9 pm, Plaster Student Union Food Court

Students will come together to help prepare care packages for people in need. This event will feature different stations to construct various items, like letters to military, children in hospitals, and packages for people in need.

SAC Campus Events: Rock ‘n Bowl

September 18, 7 pm – 11 pm, PSU Level 1 Game Center
Free bowling and games are available every Friday from 7-10PM courtesy of Student Activities Council.
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Opportunities

For more opportunities, subscribe to the Community Opportunities Newsletter.

Missouri State Call Center is Hiring

Have fun while making an impact at Missouri State University! The Phone Campaign offers a flexible schedule, up to $8.40/hour, up to $400/semester in Tuition Assistance, and great resume skills. Apply online: http://missouristate.thecallingcenter.com

 


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Freaky Fairbanks

October 22-24 and 29-31, 2015

The Drew Lewis Foundation at the Fairbanks, in partnership with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Springfield and Missouri State University, wants to freak you out with the 2nd Annual Freaky Fairbanks Haunted House!

Come and volunteer at the historic Fairbanks Elementary School over the course of two weekends: October 22-24 and 29-31, 2015. The hour from 7 to 8 pm will be kid-friendly for ages 12 and under. The 13 and up version will take place from 8-10 pm. To sign up, follow this link.
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Victim Center

 Victim Center

The Victim Center in Springfield, Missouri, is now accepting applications from community volunteers to assist victims of violent crime and their families.

Victim advocates are on call approximately two or three times a month, at nights or on weekends and holidays to respond to 864-SAFE hotline phone calls from crime victims or calls from local health-care and law enforcement agencies. Although most calls require only require a telephone response, advocates are also summoned to local hospitals, law enforcement agencies, and crime scenes to assist crime victims.

The next training is the first weekend of October. Interviews are underway now. Interviews and background checks on all applicants will be completed prior to acceptance. All applicants must be at least twenty-one years old and must have use of a car and a telephone.

Contact: Paula Tindell, Victim Advocate/Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (417)863-0827, #106 or (417)863-7273, Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Website:http://www.thevictimcenter.org/
Location: 819 Boonville, Springfield, Missouri 65802

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Oktober

 Oktoberfest

A German themed two day event at the Ozarks Empire Fairgrounds (3001 N. Grant St. Springfield) featuring German food and beverages, a 5K run, contests, bike ride, kids rides, music and much, much more. The Oktoberfest supports Sertoma’s children’s charities.

To sign up to volunteer click here.



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 Into the Streets

Into the Streets at Missouri State is the first large-scale service event of the semester! This annual program features community service opportunities for hundreds of students. Get out into our community and serve alongside local agencies!

Through this program, Missouri State students will be actively involved in one of our Public Affairs Pillars, Community Engagement. What is a better way to spend a Saturday than serving with friends, making new friends, volunteering, and making a difference in the lives of others?

Into the Streets is looking for Site Leaders who would lead a group of 5-20 students and would be available to attend a short training session prior to the event.

This day of service also needs students to sign up to volunteer. Students will meet in the PSU at 8 a.m. and then depart to different areas of the community to make a difference. The day should be done by 1 p.m.

Click here to sign up!



BearService

 Bear Service Team

Bear Service Team is a student organization dedicated to planning service opportunities for the MSU community. This is a great way to connect with other students, maintain relationships with community agencies, and have fun service our community!

Click here for more information: https://goo.gl/aohIKy #citizenbear #SGFLove #LoveSGF


 

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Athletics

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

  • Thursday, September 10 at 8:00 Rally in the Valley, Plaster Stadium
  • Friday, September 11 at 7:00 Men’s Soccer vs. Saint Mary’s, Allison South Fields
  • Saturday, September 12 at 2:00 Football vs. Chadron State, Plaster Stadium
  • Saturday, September 19 at 11:00 AM Softball vs. Crowder College, Killian Sports Complex
  • Sunday, September 20 at 1:00 Softball vs. Avila, Killian Sports Complex
  • Sunday, September 20 at 1:00 Women’s Soccer vs. Western Illinois, Allison South Fields
  • Sunday, September 20 at 5:00 Softball vs. Labette CC, Killian Sports Complex

 

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Campus Recreation

  • Fall Foster Recreation Hours
Foster Recreation Center Hours Fall Aquatics Hours Fall Climbing Hours
Mon-Thurs, 6AM-11PM Mon-Thurs, 7AM-9AM//11AM-10PM Mon-Thurs, 4-10PM
Fri, 6AM-9PM Fri, 7AM-9AM//11AM-8PM Friday, 4-8PM
Sat, 9AM-9PM Sat, 9AM-8PM Sat, 1-5PM
Sun, Noon-11PM Sun, Noon-10PM Sun, CLOSED

 

 

 

Coming Soon In The Rec:

  • Did you miss our last James River Kayak trip?Join us on September 12th to experience on of Springfield’s most scenic river! Outdoor Adventures will provide all the equipment and transportation, all you need is a lunch and snacks! This trip will cost $20 and leaves at 10am on Saturday. Sign up today!!
  • Family Weekend coming soon! Come by and celebrate family weekend at the Foster Recreation Center from September 11-13.
    Open House is happening every day. Come with your family and enjoy everything the Foster Recreation has to offer!

September 11th: 4:00pm-9:00pm
September 12th: 9:00am-9:00pm
September 13th: 12:00pm-4:00pm

o  Don’t forget to sign up for our Family Weekend Golf Scramble! Sign up today at IMLeagues.com. Cost is $30 per person or $57 for teams of 2. Tee time starts at 8:30am on September 12th.

o  Family Weekend Boulder Climb! This is a free event happening in front of the FRC on September 12th from 11:00am-1:00pm. Come showcase your climbing skills or come get tips and tricks on climbing.

o  Get ready for fun in the pool at the FRC Aquatics Center. Finding Nemo will be playing in the pool on September 12that 8:30pm. Come enjoy the this Dive-in movie with your family!

  • S.H.A.R.P, Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention is a free course offered to both males and females. This class is meant to prepare you with the mental and physical skills you will need to help protect yourself when put into unexpected situations. Sign up for a session today at http://www.missouristate.edu/recreation/Wellness/SHARP.htm *all sessions are from 6:30-9pm
  • Swimming Lessons happening now at the FRC! Join us for private or group lessons for beginners or intermediate swimmers.

Fall Session 1
Tuesday/Thursday classes from 9/15-10/1
Register by 9/11/2015
Beginner Class from 7:30pm-8:15pm
Intermediate Class from 8:30pm-9:15pm
Fall Session 2
Tuesday/ Thursday classes from 10/13-10/29
Register by 10/8/2015
Beginner Class from 7:30pm-8:15pm
Intermediate Class from 8:30pm-9:15pm

  •  American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification Register online or in person at the FRC. Registration deadline is 2 days before each class. Limited seats are available. CPR/AED and First Aid are held in the Aquatics Classroom. CPR is $55 and First Aid is $40.

Session 1 on September 15th
CPR/AED Session 1: 4-7:30pm
First Aid Session 1: 7:30-9:30pm
 Session 2 on October 10th
CPR/AED Session 2: 9am-12:30pm
First Aid Session 2: 7:30-9:30pm
Session 3 on November 18th
CPR/AED Session 3: 4-7:30pm
First Aid Session 3: 7:30-9:30pm
Session 4 on December 15th
CPR/AED Session 4: 9am-12:30pm
First Aid Session4: 7:30-9:30pm

  • Did you miss our last James River Kayak trip?Join us on September 12th to experience on of Springfield’s most scenic river! Outdoor Adventures will provide all the equipment and transportation, all you need is a lunch and snacks! This trip will cost $20 and leaves at 10am on Saturday. Sign up today!!
  • Does school have you stressed already? Take 30 minutes or 1 hour and stop by the recreation for Massage Therapy and Check out our prices on our website and set up an appointment today.
  •      Interested in Intramural Sports? Check out the schedule of what will be offered this fall on our website:www.missouristate.edu/recreation

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

  • Don’t forget to join us 8pm-10pm every Wednesday for Moonlight Swim
  • Does school have you stressed already? Take 30 minutes or 1 hour and stop by the recreation for Massage Therapy! Check out our prices on website and set up an appointment today. http://www.missouristate.edu/recreation/Wellness/Massages.htm

  • Experience our Personal Training today and get the results you have always wanted! Your first assessment is free! Need more information? Visit us online http://www.missouristate.edu/recreation/Wellness/AssessmentsAndTraining.htm

  • Don’t forget to join us from 8pm-10pm every Wednesday for our Moonlight Swim!

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The Week Ahead: Sept 8

September 8, 2014 by Kari Jo Freudigmann

Monday, September 8PSUDesignCenterLogo

Résumé Madness

11am in the Professional Building 4th Floor
Bring a hard copy of your résumé and visit with a member of the Career Center staff to receive a quick review and tips on your résumé.

Tuesday, September 9

Explore PSU – Graphic Design

11:30am across from the Plaster Student Union Information Desk
The Graphic Design Area will be featured in front of the Information Desk.  There will be a special surprise for students as well as giveaways.

Information Session for MSU in Florence

5pm in Brick City Building 1 – Room 211
Students and alumni who would like more information regarding studying abroad in Florence, Italy May 19-June 19, 2015 should join one of the informational sessions scheduled in the Fall 2014 semester. Deadline for enrollment is December 8, 2014 and space is limited to 12 students. Details of the program schedules, sites, costs, etc. will be discussed with time for questions and answers.

Betty and Bobby Allison Sand Volleyball Complex Dedication

Photo Credit: ksmu.org

7pm at the Betty and Bobby Allison Sand Volleyball Complex
Refreshments will be served at 7pm with the dedication beginning at 7:30pm.

Wednesday, September 10

Study Away Fair

11am in the Plaster Student Union Atrium
The exciting Study Away Fair is your first stop in your adventure abroad! Program directors will be available to answer questions about their programs, representing hundreds of study abroad options available to Missouri State students. Fair visitors will win fun prize wheel giveaways including an exciting grand prize giveaway!

Explore PSU – Leadership Programs

11:30am across from the Plaster Student Union Information Desk
Leadership Programs will be featured in front of the Information Desk.  There will be a special surprise for students as well as giveaways.

Thursday, September 11

Plaster Stadium Dedication and Pep Rally

8pm at Plaster Stadium
Student pep rally and dedication of the renovated Plaster Stadium.

SAC After Hours: Bear Wear Bingo

9pm at Plaster Student Union Food Court
Stop by and win some awesome Bear Wear to wear for Bear Wear Friday!

Friday, September 12

Family Weekend Kick-Off

All day all over campus
Families, please join the Missouri State community for Family Weekend 2014! Family Weekend is an ideal opportunity for you to:

  • Experience your student’s favorite campus locales firsthand
  • Meet your student’s friends
  • Become familiar with campus resources your student often uses
  • Mingle with other parent and family members
  • Get answers to your lingering questions
  • Learn more about how you can best support your student’s education
  • Have fun with your student!

Visit http://www.missouristate.edu/familyweekend for information about events, tickets, and much more.

Rock n’ Bowl

7:30pm in the Level 1 Game Center
Free bowling, Ping-Pong, and pool for students on Friday Nights in Level One Game Center.

Saturday, September 13The Jane A. Meyer Carillon on the campus of Missouri State University

SAC Presents: First Home Game Tailgate

3pm in Bear Fest Village
Student Activities council will have a tailgate tent set up at Bear Fest Village to kick off the first home football game of the season. They will be handing out food and prizes for students.

Sunday, September 14

Carillon Summer Concert Series

7pm at the Meyer Library Carillon
The Jane A. Meyer Summer Carillon Concert Series concludes tonight with a concert featuring Missouri State University carillonneur, Dr. Jeremy Chessman.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and join us on the grounds in front of Meyer Library. Refreshments will be served throughout the concert. Tours of the carillon will be held following the concert.

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Weekly Update: What’s Happening on Campus?

March 20, 2013 by

Hey everyone, it’s Wednesday after Spring break and most of us feel like we’re in a time warp as the first week after spring break always feels just a little longer than usual. Have you been wondering what’s happening on Campus this week? Well here are some events for the next week:

Wednesday March 20

Disney College Program Information Sessions

There will be two Q&A Sessions in the PSU about the Disney College Program:

From 12PM – 1:30PM in PSU 317 and at 4:30PM – 6:00PM in PSU 315 A&B

(For more information click the link above)

Study Away 101 Information Session

Meeting in PSU 315B from 2:30PM-3:30PM

“Study Away 101 meetings are casual, drop-in events where students who are considering a study away experience may speak with graduate students and Global Ambassadors who have studied away. Attendance at the meeting is not a commitment, just a chance to learn more about study away opportunities and how to get started with the application process.”

Also see the International Study Away Programs Website for more information.

Bowl for Kids’ Sake: Missouri State Challenge

From 5:30PM – 7:30PM and 8PM – 10PM in the Level 1 Game Center

Come and bowl for Big Brothers and Big Sisters in helping donate and raise funds for the Kids 🙂 Click the above link for more information.

Friday March 22 2013

International Dance

In the PSU Ballroom from 6PM – 10PM

“The AIS International Dance is a free annual event hosted by Missouri State’s Association of International Students (AIS). It will feature many different forms of dancing from all over the globe including African dancing, hip hop, Latin dances, etc. There will also be a bake sale, and proceeds will go to an international charitable organization chosen by AIS. Beverages will be provided.” Click the above link for more information.

SAC Presents: College Humor Live!

In the PSU Theater from 7PM – 8:30PM

“Join Student Activities Council for a night full of laughs with popular personalities from the Website, CollegeHumor.com

The night will begin with a set from our 5th First Ever Comedy Competition, Ty Lewis.

Following Ty, Jake and Amir will perform an opening, interactive set.

After Jake and Amir, Dan Gurewitch will perform.

Ending the night, Streeter Seidell will perform a set.

RSVP on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/events/635174126498401/”

Tuesday March 26

SAC Concerts Presents: Coffee Shop Sound

PSU 1st Floor South Lounge. From 7PM – 9PM

Some local artists are coming out to play acoustic sets for the Coffee Shop Sound 🙂

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This Week Ahead!!!

October 3, 2012 by

Hey everyone how was your week been? Hopefully busy but under control 🙂

This week ahead we have tons of things going on around campus.

Tonight October 3, 2012 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM at the Plaster Sports Complex Men’s Soccer takes on Memphis! Come out and support your Bears!!!

If you have not done so yet and are getting ready for the GMAT or the GRE make sure to Register for the Preparation Courses offered.

This weekend MSU Mens and Womens Swim Team will be traveling to the Mizzou Show-Me Showdown to compete against several schools, it’s a very big meet and the opening event of the Bears Swimming Season.

There will also be a Study Away 101 Information Session at 3:00 PM on Monday October 8 in room 315A of the PSU

  Here is student Vinai Thomas Uthipratuma at the Universidad Católica de Córdoba, Argentina, this summer!

Expand your horizons and Study Away! Learn more about the Study Away programs here!

Filed Under: The Week Ahead Tagged With: Argentina, Bears, GMAT, GRE, Memphis, Missouri State University Swimming, MSU, Prep courses, soccer, study away, Swimming

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