[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aA5Y8wKas2U?si=OpOOr5yso2zUu7Cq] Missouri State University has officially broken ground on the new Clifton M. Smart III University Advancement Center. The ceremony, held on the northwest corner of National Avenue and Bear Boulevard, marks the beginning of a project that promises to play a major role in the university’s future. It is expected to open in […]
Do you have an initiative or project and need financial support to help make it happen? Welcome to IMPACT, Missouri State’s official crowdfunding platform! We are here to bring together students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends to raise financial support for passion-based initiatives. If you have a plan, IMPACT can help you realize it. Crowdfunded campaigns […]
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 […]