Professor Sociology and Anthropology Department One of the most important civic duties as Americans is exercising the right to vote. Exemplifying public affairs in action, Dr. Walker-Pacheco shares her enthusiastic passion for voting to help others find and use their voice through civic engagement and active voting practices. In 2019 she and a group of students began the … [Read more...] about Public Affairs April Faculty Spotlight – Dr. Suzanne Walker-Pacheco
Senior Instructor, Criminology Department Paula has maintained a lifelong conviction that domestic violence prevention and being an advocate against domestic abuse is her true calling. Her university work and personal passions combine to help Paula make a direct impact on the residents of Springfield and Greene County. Taking on a variety of roles in her years of service, … [Read more...] about Public Affairs February Faculty Spotlight – Paula Rector
Congratulations to the six recipients of the 2019-2020 Board of Governors' Excellence in Public Affairs Award. Three faculty and three staff were chosen for their distinctive work and accomplishments in support of the University’s Public Affairs mission. Recipients were recognized at the October 16, 2020 Board of Governors meeting. View more about the award and the awardee … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Award Honors Six Faculty & Staff
Samantha Nichols Senior, Religious Studies Department As she nears graduation, Samantha is a great example of how students are living the public affairs mission while at Missouri State. Inspiration to create Linked, a newly formed student interfaith service organization, came from attending Interfaith Youth Core’s (IFYC) Interfaith Leadership Institute in Chicago, the … [Read more...] about April Student Spotlight: Samantha Nichols
Addie Douglas Custodian I, Foster Recreation Center Addie has a long history of serving her community. While her contributions are numerous, below are a few of the projects and activities that Addie finds ways to serve and give back: MSU’s American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Parent Teacher Association Coaching local youth sports programs. Local 5K’s, the … [Read more...] about March Staff Spotlight: Addie Douglas