By Purvez Vishnu Gunalan Held at the Springfield Botanical Gardens on Saturday, April 6, 2024, the Cherry Blossom Kite and Piñata Festival, a beloved annual event, was a lovely celebration of spring and culture. More than 10,000 people attended the event, where they were treated to a full day of live entertainment, kite flying, piñata smashing, and delicious food. Attendees … [Read more...] about Springfield’s Cherry Blossom Kite and Piñata Festival: A Vibrant Celebration of Spring and Diversity

By Eunice Nyagaka and Winnie Masanya The Family Welcome Program (FWP) hosted by Missouri State University’s English Language Institute (ELI), collaborates with Springfield Public Schools, the Boys and Girls Club of Springfield, and the International Institute of Southwest Missouri (IISMO) to welcome refugee families in Springfield community. The Stalnaker Boys and Girls Club … [Read more...] about Nurturing New Beginnings: The Family Welcome Program’s Childcare Initiative

Welcoming refugees into our schools and communities All morning sessions are held in the Plaster Student Union West Ballroom 8:00 - Check-in and breakfast Attendees check in outside of the PSU 3rd floor ballroom. Light breakfast is served inside.  9:00 - Keynote Presentation by Dr. Don Vu - Life, Literacy and the Pursuit of Happiness: How to Create a Culture of Reading in … [Read more...] about 2024 English Language Educators Conference

We are excited to introduce the new Office of Global Education and Engagement (OGEE) at Missouri State University.  OGEE serves as a hub for various global education initiatives, promoting a culture of innovation and collaboration while enhancing the university’s international presence.  The OGEE includes the following departments: English Language Institute … [Read more...] about Expanding Horizons: Office of Global Education and Engagement Debuts