On Tuesday, Sept. 13, the Missouri State debate team will host an open-forum MSU Talks debate on whether the U.S. should keep its two-party system or explore expanding into multiple parties. The debate is part of MSU's Public Affairs Week. Once the debaters present their arguments, attendees are encouraged to participate in the discussion by sharing their ideas and … [Read more...] about MSU Talks hosts debate on two-party system
Missouri State's debate team won third place at the National Forensic Association's National Championship Tournament last month. Students earn individual awards Other awards included: Joe Hamaker, 4th place in the nation, Lincoln-Douglas Debate Brenden Brower Freeman, National speaker award, 5th place in the nation David Rabbitt, Quarter finalist Clayton Russo, … [Read more...] about Debate Bears win 3rd place at national tournament
The fifth reunion for the Spicer Debate Forum will be celebrated with a series of events May 13 and 14. Participants will be able to visit with past and present coaches, meet current team members and mingle with former teammates. Schedule of events Friday, May 13 6 p.m. Welcome reception with past and present debate coaches Home of Don and Vicki Stanton in Nixa. … [Read more...] about Reunion to bring current and former MSU debaters together
Students in the Fundamentals of Communication classes will compete in this semester's Vicki Stanton Public Speaking Showcase on May 2 at the Plaster Student Union Theater. What is the Public Speaking Showcase? Communication faculty choose about 60 participants each semester to present a persuasive speech in front of a panel of judges in two preliminary rounds, competing … [Read more...] about Students compete in Vicki Stanton showcase on May 2
A faculty member, an alumna and a student from the communication department will participate in a first-generation informational panel on April 28. Panelists to share their experiences as first-generation students The discussion is designed to help first-generation freshmen and sophomore college students have productive conversations with family and friends when they … [Read more...] about COM faculty, alumna and student offer advice to first-generation students