The 27th Annual Japanese Language Contest, held on March 8th, 2025, in Kansas City, was a remarkable success for Hiromi Elliston-sensei’s students from the Foreign Language Institute at Missouri State University. Competing in a range of linguistic and cultural events, the students demonstrated their exceptional skills, earning 10 prestigious awards across eight … [Read more...] about Hiromi Elliston-Sensei’s Students Shine at the 2025 Japanese Language Contest in Kansas City

Tax season can be overwhelming, especially for international students who are unfamiliar with the U.S. tax system. To provide essential support and ease the process, the I Succeed Center for International Students (I Succeed) is hosting its annual Tax Workshops for Missouri State international students. These workshops are specifically designed to guide students through the … [Read more...] about Mastering U.S. Tax Filing: Join the I Succeed Center’s 2025 Workshops for International Students

Madeline Corderman Have you ever wondered how classrooms, teaching methods, or educational systems vary across the world? Since 2016, the English Language Institute’s Teacher Training Programs has introduced pre-service teachers and in-service educators alike to the U.S. educational system through the yearly Education Majors Immersion program. This program seeks to provide … [Read more...] about Bridging Cultures and Classrooms: The 2025 Education Majors Immersion Program

As the fall semester of 2024 draws to a close, the Office of Global Education and Engagement at Missouri State University (MSU) shines a spotlight on Mason Gaspard, the International Services Coordinator and Designated School Official (DSO). In a recent interview, Mason shared his role in supporting international students, navigating U.S. immigration complexities, and … [Read more...] about Supporting International Students: An Inside Look at Mason Gaspard’s Role at Missouri State University

Madeline Corderman Looking to practice public speaking, learn about leadership, and develop interpersonal skills? Look no further than LOOP! The Leadership and Oratory Online Program, also known as LOOP, is a live, interactive virtual program provided by the English Language Institute. Throughout the program, participants were involved in pronunciation and public speaking … [Read more...] about Stay in the Loop with LOOP: Fall 2024 Leadership and Oratory Online Program