The 11th annual Michael N. Compton Public Affairs Essay Contest student recipients were presented on Nov. 6, 2025. This annual contest is for MSU full-time undergraduate students and is a joint undertaking between the MSU Sigma Pi Fraternity, it's alumni through the Institute for Development of Ethics and Leadership and the MSU Office of Public Affairs Support. The Political … [Read more...] about The 2025 Michael N. Compton Public Affairs Essay Contest Recipients Announced
Four MSU employees have been recognized for their volunteer service/community engagement, outside their normal work capacity. The Excellence in Community Service Awards is presented annually for up to two faculty and two staff who each receive a plaque and a one-time cash award of $1,500, funded by the MSU Foundation. The 2025 recipients have all exceled at demonstrating … [Read more...] about Four MSU employees are honored for volunteerism
Plan to visit the new home of the Office of Public Affairs Support! The PAS staff completed their move before the winter break from their long-time home in Meyer Library to the Plaster Student Union, room 131. Yes, they are located just behind the Starbucks! Director, Mary Ann Wood states, "we are thrilled and plan to take advantage of the increased visibility our office has … [Read more...] about New Home for the Office of Public Affairs Support
Missouri State University's Office of Public Affairs Support and University Libraries has joined with United We to host the traveling exhibit, “The Rise of Missouri Women in the Federal Reserve.” Visit the exhibit Nov. 11-15, 2024 on the first level of the Duane G. Meyer Library. This exhibit highlights the voices—past and present—of several trailblazing women from the two … [Read more...] about Breaking Barriers Exhibit: THE VOICES OF MISSOURI WOMEN IN THE FEDERAL RESERVE
Remember! You do not have to vote for every issue or candidate classification on the ballot - your ballot will still count. You CAN take notes, a sample ballot and/or phone into the polling place to refer to while voting. Nov. 5th ballot has a large number of issues and candidates. Accessible options are available at all polling locations. Where Can I Vote on … [Read more...] about Answering 5 Questions as You Prepare to Vote