Trustees banded together to honor Brent Dunn, a Bear known as “Mr. Missouri State.” Brent Dunn, vice president for university advancement, was about to lead the crowd at the Board of Trustees meeting on tours of the advancement center. That’s when trustee leaders Beverly Miller Keltner and Jim Wilson made their move: They shooed him […]
Students say: Thank you for believing in me “Receiving this scholarship made me realize that while it may be difficult, it is doable. That feeling has pushed me to practice more and more. Now, I am 10 times the musician I was when I auditioned and received the award. For that, I thank you.” — […]
Grew up in: Springfield, Missouri Education: Bachelor’s in hospitality management, 1999, University of Central Missouri Career: Has worked in higher education since 1986. Was the director of catering for Missouri State from 2000-11. Then, left Springfield and was director of catering and retail operations at the University of Denver for two years. Returned to Missouri State […]
The Board of Trustees, the volunteer-based board that governs the Missouri State University Foundation, welcomed new members in early 2024. The board advises on gift planning, seeking private gifts and investing private funds. Alumni and friends who have demonstrated dedication or contributed to the university’s development are eligible to become trustees. Meet the new members […]
HISTORY OF THE KENNETH E. MEYER ALUMNI CENTER 1975 The building opened as the Bank of Springfield. It was designed by renowned Springfield architect Richard Stahl. 1982 The building’s name changed to Centerre Bank of Springfield. 1988 Centerre Bancorporation Inc. was acquired by Boatmen’s Bancshares Inc., and the building became available for purchase due to […]