The fall 2022 Public Affairs Conference schedule is now available for the 19th annual Public Affairs Conference. Beginning September 20, the conference will explore multi facets of the theme, From Words to Deeds Creating Collaborative Communities. Attendees can choose from 19 live virtual offerings and/or four in-person presentations. The nearly 40 plenary and panel … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Conference schedule available online
Senior - Marketing: Advertising & Promotion Payton is making her Missouri Statement through her passionate involvement in student life. As early as her freshman year, Payton knew she wanted to be in a position to help students become more engaged on and off campus. She used her love of students and programming first as a Blair-Shannon Hall Council publicity chair, where … [Read more...] about Public Affairs May Student Spotlight – Payton Branson
Associate Professor, Cooperative Engineering Program Dr. Pierson has demonstrated excellence in community engagement in two areas, the Adopt-a-Stream program for Jordan Creek in Springfield, and “Discover Engineering Day” a K-6 educational outreach event. Discover Engineering Discover Engineering Day is free community education event with activities and demonstrations geared … [Read more...] about Public Affairs March Faculty Spotlight – Matthew Pierson
Elliot Barber - Sophomore, Sociopolitical Communications “We are here, and we always have been,” says Elliot Barber, a passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ and disabled communities. They have made it a goal to lift up the voices of the marginalized, and to bridge divides between their communities and those in power. Playing a part in the Ten Days of Trans Demands, sponsored by … [Read more...] about Public Affairs March Student Spotlight – Elliot Barber
Public Affairs Talks! is spotlighting how Missouri State staff and faculty are living out the public affairs mission both on and off campus. Recipients from this year's Board of Governors' Excellence in Public Affairs Award and the Excellence in Community Engagement Award will share examples of how their work and volunteerism is making a positive impact. Join us for ideas and … [Read more...] about Living the Public Affairs Mission