October 1st is the National Day in China. The ceremonial events in China this year are even more special and exciting because it is the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. At Missouri State, more than 170 Chinese students and employees sang the Chinese song "My Mother Land and Me“ in a touching video to express their love to their mother … [Read more...] about Celebrate National Day at Missouri State
International Friends is excited to welcome Brenda Stewart as the new program coordinator. Her entrance follows the retirement of Joyce Eddy, a longtime participant, and most recent coordinator. Brenda has been with Missouri State since 2007 as a staff member in academic and administrative units. Brenda and her family have been involved in the program since … [Read more...] about International Friends Welcomes New Coordinator
International Leadership and Training Center hosted a four-day Study Tour Program on topic of Organization Strategy and Policy for 20 MBA students from South China University of Technology in October. Students experienced lectures, reception with MSU College of Business students and faculty, and business visits in Springfield, Missouri. The topics of the lectures … [Read more...] about ILTC Four-day Study Tour Program
On Sep 18 the School Board of Springfield Public Schools (SPS) ratified an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with the ELI Khebrat program which has been in process since March of this year. The MOU includes SPS's offer to host the Khebrat teachers for a 9-week school immersion experience, which is the culmination event of Khebrat's 12-month teacher leadership training. The … [Read more...] about Khebrat Finalizes Contract with Springfield Public Schools
Daezia Smith decided to come to Missouri State based on a Google search of universities. She stayed because it felt like home. After traveling from Murfreesboro, Tennessee to pursue an undergraduate degree, she stuck around to complete a graduate program in Global Studies. Campus engagement queen A bullet point list is the only efficient way to list Daezia's involvement and … [Read more...] about An American Student Discovers a World of Opportunity at Missouri State