Since Beth Persons was a child, she always wanted to teach. In fact, her dream was to go to Missouri State University. However, the nearly 80-mile trip from Neosho to Springfield multiple times a week for classes just was not doable for her. Her dream sat dormant for many years, while she educated her own children. She became a homeschool teacher instead. Once her kids … [Read more...] about A lifelong dream come true.
Translating for all readers In an inclusive global society, translation is more than just moving from one language to the next. Technical writer Eden Olena makes sure information is attainable for a wide variety of readers. “You can think of technical writers as translators between the technical and non-technical folks. We bridge the gap so everyone’s on the … [Read more...] about Alumni Spotlight: Eden Olena, MA in Professional/Technical Writing
Release written by Lauren Stockam, University Communications Education students from Ozarka College can now earn a bachelor’s degree at the Missouri State University-West Plains campus through Missouri State Outreach. An articulation agreement between the schools allows students at Ozarka to transfer their Associate of Science in Education to a Bachelor of Science … [Read more...] about Ozarka College enters articulation agreement with MSU Outreach in West Plains
MSU Adult Student Services wins award for exemplary service to nontraditional students Missouri State's Adult Student Services earned top honors from The Association for Nontraditional Students in Higher Education (ANTSHE). In April, MSU received the Outstanding Foundation and Leadership for Nontraditional Students award at the ANTSHE national conference. This award … [Read more...] about Adult Student Services wins award for service to nontraditional students
Missouri State Outreach hosted a multi-campus, two-day workshop to help elementary education students prepare for the Missouri Elementary Education Multi-Content Assessments. This workshop included students simultaneously attending at the Cassville, Lebanon, Neosho, Nevada, and West Plains campuses. Even some Springfield students attended sessions with local presenters. The … [Read more...] about Outreach helps elementary education students prepare for exams