Business students at Missouri State University now have more scholarship options available, thanks to a generous $1 million donation from Phillip (Phil) B. Roberts. This gift to Missouri State’s College of Business establishes the Phil Roberts Scholarship Fund. “A grateful heart gives back,” Brent Dunn, executive director of the MSU Foundation, said. “Phil Roberts fondly … [Read more...] about New scholarships available to business students
Seven-figure gift will improve facilities for students in health care programs. SPRINGFIELD – Especially in times of health crises, Missouri State University focuses on the importance of building a strong health care community. The McQueary College of Health and Human Services (MCHHS) prepares students to fill urgent needs. One way we accomplish this: give students access … [Read more...] about Health building renamed Ann Kampeter Health Sciences Hall
Dr. Susan Sims-Giddens has seen the nursing program at Missouri State grow and flourish since 1998, when she came to the university to teach. She brought years of experience working in settings from hospitals to private offices. She retired as a full-time faculty member in 2016. She has been teaching part-time online since. Now, she’s a member of the Onward, Upward … [Read more...] about 5 questions with campaign cabinet member Dr. Susan Sims-Giddens
Who: Mike Ingram Career: Founder and CEO of Ingram Enterprises, parent company of Fireworks Supermarkets, Fireworks Over America, Fireworks World and several investment companies. Fun fact: In 1978, he opened Wet Willy’s Water Slide on South Campbell Avenue. MSU degree: Bachelor’s in sociology, 1972 Service to the foundation: Ingram has been on the Board of Trustees … [Read more...] about Meet Missouri State University Foundation Trustee Mike Ingram
In August, it was announced that alumnus John Goodman, class of 1975, would be the chairman of the Onward, Upward campaign. But it’s far from the first time that Goodman, a renowned actor, has supported his alma mater. In 1991, he established the Professional Performance Award, a scholarship that is granted each year to a graduating senior or seniors. For more than 20 … [Read more...] about Scholarship plays a supporting role so Bears can take center stage