Health and Human Services News

Psychology professor to showcase Black woman representation in local exhibit

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Join Dr. Ashley Payne, assistant professor of psychology, as she showcases her research project: “#BlackGirlMagic: Illuminating Contemporary Representations of Black Girl and Womanhood in Hip Hop and Social Media” 

This project showcases photo and performative representations of Black girl and womanhood from local girls and women in the Springfield area.  

Payne will use this exhibit to highlight issues related to racism, sexism, education, mental health and identity.  

Exhibition details 

  • Friday, May 7 
  • 5:30-7:30 p.m. 
  • PSU Ballroom East 

Admission is free. You must RSVP.  

Check out Payne’s research

Panel: How the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted women and communities of color

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Join a presentation from the MCHHS diversity, equity and inclusion council on Zoom at 3:30 p.m. March 26.

The panel will discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionally affected women and communities of color. They will also provide resources to combat these disparities.

Register

Zoom Meeting ID: 948 4263 9049

Panelists include:

Guide to the MCHHS Student Research Symposium

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The 25th Annual MCHHS Student Research Symposium will be held in an asynchronous virtual format April 29-30. It is open to all MCHHS graduate and undergraduate students.

Submitting abstracts

Abstract submissions open March 1 on Qualtrics. They are due by 11:59 p.m. March 26.

Abstract guidelines:

  • Maximum character limit is 1,250.
  • Cannot include special characters such as italics, bolding or Greek symbols.

First authors will be notified of abstract acceptance through email on April 14.

More resources

Submitting presentations

Selected projects must submit presentations and/or videos on ForagerOne by 11:59 p.m. April 27.

Presentation guidelines:

  • PDF format.
  • Maximum file size is 10 MB.

Video guidelines:

  • Length of 2-5 minutes.
  • Videos must include closed captioning.
  • Upload to YouTube and submit link in ForagerOne.

Join MSU occupational therapy students for a sensory-safe trunk-or-treat

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For children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other sensory-related difficulties, trick-or-treating can be an overwhelming experience.

That’s why the Missouri State University occupational therapy program and Include Ozarks are hosting a free, sensory-safe, drive-thru trunk-or-treat event on Oct. 30.

Participant details

  • 6:30-8:30 p.m.
  • Registration required for time slot.
  • Located in Lot 37 (between Bear Park North and Ann Kampeter Health Sciences Hall).
  • Park in Lot 44.
  • All volunteers will follow social distancing guidelines and wear masks and gloves.

Volunteer details

  • Sign up to decorate your car and pass out candy.
  • Arrive no later than 6 p.m.