Dr. Rachelle Darabi, Associate Provost for Student Development and Public Affairs, will be retiring on August 1, 2020. We all give Rachelle our thanks and our congratulations for her 12 years of exemplary service to the MSU community. With this retirement, two of the current academic affairs staff will take on additional leadership roles. Dr. Kelly Wood will become … [Read more...] about Organizational restructuring in academic affairs
Our faculty members work diligently to make the university and our community a better place to live. Although we were not able to gather together to celebrate all the accomplishments of our faculty this past spring, we have put together a tribute to these faculty on the Office of the Provost website (scroll down to the "Other News" area for link). Please join me in … [Read more...] about All-faculty recognition virtual presentation
Questions on academic issues that were submitted during the recent Virtual Town Hall meeting aligned with several focus areas. Those themes have been used in addressing our responses. Impact on Course Scheduling for Academic Year 20–21 GEP 101 will be a first-block, blended-class format for fall 2020. Study away short-term international trips will not occur for fall; … [Read more...] about Town Hall Q&A
As we bring another academic year to a close, it is important that we acknowledge the many contributions our faculty made to the University and, in particular, to the education of our students. Collectively, your work is what makes Missouri State University such an outstanding institution of higher learning. Permit me to offer my sincere appreciation for all your … [Read more...] about Spring 2018 Faculty Awards
Effective Spring 2018, the minimum credit requirement for an undergraduate degree has been reduced from 125 to 120. While this reduction applies to all undergraduate students, it is important to note that some major programs will still require more than 120 credits to complete. With this in mind, all degree audits have been revised to reflect the new requirement. Students who … [Read more...] about Change in General Baccalaureate Degree Requirement
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 accomplishments in teaching, research and/or creative activities and service. The awards are funded by the Missouri State University Foundation. Six … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations for Foundation Awards
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 accomplishments in teaching, research and/or creative activities and service. The awards are funded by the Missouri State University Foundation. Six … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations for Foundation Awards
The Academic Advisor Forums will be included in the Provost Communiqué prior to each event date. If you want to view all of the forums for the Fall 2017 semester, visit the Academic Advisement Center website. Advising LGBTQ+ Students Date: Friday, November 10 Time: 12:15–1:15 p.m. Location: Plaster Student Union 308 Presenter: Matt Banks Advising International … [Read more...] about Academic Advisor Forums
Dear Colleagues, We will be receiving applications for the Professor Salary Incentive Program (PSIP) this fall. The applications are due into the Dean’s Office in electronic format by Friday, December 15, 2017. Dr. Julie Masterson and I will be conducting two support sessions/workshops for those interested in submitting an application. These will be held on Thursday, … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for the Professor Salary Incentive Program (PSIP)