The research of Dr. Stephen Spates has been selected for the 2022 issue of Mind’s Eye, the university’s research publication. His research delves into how people of different cultural and professional backgrounds can effectively work in teams. The following is an excerpt from the story: For a recent research project, he developed a case study about the challenges … [Read more...] about Congratulations, Dr. Spates
The Department of Communication is delighted to welcome Assistant Professor Dr. Gordana Lazić. Her interest in teaching at Missouri State University was largely due to the university's commitment to undergraduate education as well as a welcoming unit of teachers who share similar goals and values. Lazić appreciates the department's efforts in preparing students for workplace … [Read more...] about Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Gordana Lazić
A new school year means a host of new students flocking to campus, eager to begin their journeys and make their Missouri State-ments. This semester the students aren't the only ones embarking on new journeys: Dr. Brian Ott begins his as Department Head of Communication at Missouri State. Ott first discovered his love for communication in high school, as a member of his … [Read more...] about Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Brian Ott
Dr. Stephen Spates, assistant professor in the department of communication, successfully defended his dissertation “Exploring Workplace Connections of Employees with Multiple Role Expectations: Accommodating Communication Behaviors of Hospital Chaplains” at the University of Tennessee. Recent accomplishments Publication Spates has the following 2017 peer-reviewed … [Read more...] about Publication and recognition for Stephen Spates
A film created by a Missouri State communication instructor will be on a short list of feature-length movies screened at the upcoming 20th Annual International Family Film Festival in Los Angeles Nov. 6-8. Competing with filmmakers from across the world “Heaven Won’t Wait” is a 3D Christian film written and directed by per-course faculty Dr. Sandra K. House. It will … [Read more...] about Hollywood festival to screen communication instructor’s 3D film