Mike Matthews’ Retirement Party May 21, 2021 by Marilyn OdnealWe had a party in honor of Mike Matthews’ retirement after 26 years of service to Missouri State University. Mike and Lynda drive over to the party in style!! Several folks shared their thoughts about Mike including former Fruit Experiment Station Director, Dr. Anson Elliott. Photo by Li-Ling Chen. The lunch was a fish fry caught and prepared by FES staff. Fishing seems to be the retirement theme!! Mike likes to open gifts!! Mike and his family. Photo by Li-Lin Chen. Group shot.