Community engagement has always been a big factor in Laura Angst-Gartin’s life. She’s dedicated a sizable portion of her life to giving back to others through mission trips around the world, fostering children and establishing a charitable organization of her own. Her experiences in marketing and entrepreneurship have not only helped her achieve success in these efforts, but it … [Read more...] about A Life of Giving Back: Laura Angst-Gartin’s commitment to her community
Jamie and Jeff Vann met at Missouri State, and they have enjoyed over 20 years together as a couple. They have calculated 6 moves, 4 houses, 2 apartments, 11 vehicles, 8 jobs, 5 businesses, 2 nonprofits, umpteen chickens and fish, 7 broken bones, 2 dogs, 5 churches and 2 children. They support one another in every endeavor they take on, individually and together, including … [Read more...] about A Theme Park for EveryBODY: Jamie and Jeff Vann on the creation of Spirit of Discovery Park
Growing up on a farm in St. Joseph, MO, Dr. Linda Pettijohn never expected to teach at a university, much less universities in Missouri, Louisiana, Illinois and Florida. During her time at Missouri State University, she played a large role in the development of Business Career Day and the Marketing Yourself class. Pettijohn was recently recognized on the Missouri State … [Read more...] about Dr. Linda Pettijohn Recognized on Missouri State’s Wall of Fame
When they first met at Missouri State, Lauren Cook, Lanae Flatness and Demi Nguyen had no idea their friendship would span years and take them across the globe. Nearly five years later, their friendship continues to flourish. Lauren was born and raised in Springfield, MO, and attended DePaul University in Chicago where she studied Digital Cinema with a minor in … [Read more...] about Lauren, Lanae & Demi: A Worldwide Friendship
In 1993, Michael O’Keefe arrived at Missouri State, then-Southwest Missouri State University, unsure of which major path he would pursue. Twenty-three years later, he found himself preparing for a cross-country move that transplanted his Midwest family to Southern California in order to continue his career with the Los Angeles Rams. Originally from St. Louis, MO, Michael … [Read more...] about Michael O’Keefe: 23 Seasons with the NFL