Mark your calendars for public affairs movie night! Narrated by Edward Norton, Bustin' Down the Door is an action-packed docu film that is produced by and features Shaun Tomson, the 2022 Public Affairs Convocation speaker. Bustin' Down the Door Friday, April 1st 6:30 p.m. @ PSU Theater watch trailer The winter of 1975 in Hawaii —a dramatic moment in history when … [Read more...] about Bustin’ Down the Door film features Shaun Tomson
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
Renae Beushausen Organization and Talent Development Assistant, Human Resources When most people think of New Year’s Resolutions they think of gym memberships, diets or increasing family ties. For Renae, her resolution was to make as big of an impact on a person’s life as she could, by adopting children with behavioral needs. Renae started adopting six years ago with … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Staff Spotlight – Renae Beushausen
Getting together with friends and colleagues to talk about a shared experience improves relationships, builds synergy and encourages diverse perspectives. We hope you'll take part in this experience each year by participating in the Common Reader Project. We want to encourage students, faculty, administration, staff, and community partners to form small group discussions … [Read more...] about Start a book club: Read the Common Reader with colleagues