Award-winning actor, comedian and New York Times bestselling author Rainn Wilson will bring his unique blend of humor, storytelling and insight on human connection to Missouri State University, as the Public Affairs Conference 2026 keynote speaker. The presentation will take place at 7 p.m. Sept. 29 at Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts. The […]
With more than 140 funds participating in Mo State’s Giving Day, choosing where to give can feel overwhelming. To make it easier, we created a Giving Day Personality Quiz that helps you quickly identify the causes that align with your interests and values. In just moments, you’ll be matched with a fund where your support […]
How well did you keep up with Missouri State news this fall? From major announcements to memorable moments on campus, this quiz highlights some of the biggest stories from the semester. Whether you followed every update or caught the headlines along the way, now is your chance to see how closely you were paying attention. […]
Grew up in: Terre Haute, Indiana Education: Bachelor’s degree in sociology from DePauw University; master’s degree and doctorate in sociology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary Career: Dr. Clarenda Phillips is in her first year as Missouri State’s provost, our chief academic officer. She was named in […]
How well did you keep up with Missouri State news this summer? Test your knowledge with our quiz that highlights some of the biggest stories and moments from campus. Whether you followed every headline or just caught a few updates, now’s your chance to see how closely you were paying attention. Give it a try […]