Political Science Blog

Evolving Career Readiness

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According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), "Career readiness is a foundation from which to demonstrate requisite core competencies that broadly prepare the college educated for success in the workplace." That said, it is important to remember that the competencies that constitute career readiness evolve. NACE has recently updated it's list of … [Read more...] about Evolving Career Readiness

Job Market Growth Projected

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According to a recent study by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), "Employers project hiring 7.2% more new college graduates from the Class of 2021 than they hired from the Class of 2020." "While not at the pre-pandemic hiring levels seen in 2019, the overall increase does signal strong movement in a positive direction." To read more about the … [Read more...] about Job Market Growth Projected

David Romano Earns Foundation Service Award

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The Missouri State University Foundation Awards Committee has recommended that Dr. David Romano receive a Foundation Award for Service. "The Missouri State University Foundation Awards for Excellence in Teaching, Research, and Service are intended to provide incentives for continued performance to a select number of full-time faculty who evidence significant … [Read more...] about David Romano Earns Foundation Service Award

Dr. Gabriel Ondetti Named Clif and Gail Smart Chair of Political Science

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Dr. Gabriel Ondetti has been named as the inaugural Clif and Gail Smart Chair of Political Science. The Endowed Chair has been made possible by a gift from Missouri State University President Clif and Mrs. Gail Smart. Dr. Ondetti earned his PhD from the University of North Carolina in 2002 and came to Missouri State University in 2005. He exemplifies the very best … [Read more...] about Dr. Gabriel Ondetti Named Clif and Gail Smart Chair of Political Science