The Graduate College at Missouri State University has a new associate dean. Dr. Carrisa Hoelscher, associate professor of communication, began the position July 1, after serving as interim associate dean during the past year. Hoelscher said she looks forward to this new adventure as a permanent member of the Graduate College team, whose culture of excellence and … [Read more...] about Graduate College names new associate dean
In an effort to promote the child life specialist profession, three experts in the field came together to present new research in their book, “The Role of Child Life Specialists in Community Settings,” published by IGI Global. The book’s editors are Dr. Lindsey Murphy, assistant professor and graduate child life studies program director at Missouri State University, Cara Smith, … [Read more...] about Expanding child life beyond health care
Students from Universidad De Aquino (UDABOL) in Bolivia will have the opportunity to earn a Master of Professional Studies (MPS) degree from MSU by completing 45% of the coursework using UDABOL classes and 55% of the coursework using MSU classes. "We are thrilled to be partnering with Universidad De Aquino to provide students with this unique educational opportunity," said … [Read more...] about Teaming up for graduate education
Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month offers a glimpse into the contributions, influence and enriching traditions of AAPI people. This April, Missouri State University provides a supportive space for the Springfield community to join together, become educated and celebrate AAPI Heritage Month. To kick things off, an Art Expo will take place 10 a.m.-3 p.m. … [Read more...] about Missouri State University honors Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Missouri State University ranks as one of the year’s best schools for earning a master’s degree online by OnlineMastersDegrees.org. “As enrollment in master’s degree programs expands, it’s important to showcase colleges and universities with a clear focus on flexible learning and affordable tuition,” said Kyle Darland, co-founder of OnlineMastersDegrees.org. About the … [Read more...] about Missouri State University named one of the best colleges for online master’s degrees