Congratulations the 2021 faculty recipients of the Excellence in Community Service Awards. Kevin Evans and Sarah Wiggin exemplify what it means to be Citizen Bears at Missouri State. As all benefit from their community contributions, we honor their dedication to serving others and raising awareness of important issues. This is an annual public affairs award highlighting … [Read more...] about Faculty honored for their community engagement
Leadership Programs Specialist, International Programs Daezia is extremely passionate about providing a high quality educational experience for MSU's international students. From their initial welcome onto campus, Daezia plays an essential role in the ongoing education, involvement and well-being of these students who are far from their home countries. In 2017-2018, she … [Read more...] about Public Affairs April Staff Spotlight – Daezia Smith
Associate Professor, Gerontology Program Coordinator Psychology Department Since joining MSU in 2011, Lisa has sought out opportunities for her and her students to reach out and become involved in a plethora of community activities. While attending a League of Women Voters Conference, she was inspired to join the organization and help with an assessment of community health. … [Read more...] about Public Affairs March Faculty Spotlight – Dr. Lisa Hall
Digital Archivist, Library Services Shannon has a huge place in her heart for history. Having studied history since her undergraduate years, she has gained a deep respect for the conservation and archiving of local history artifacts. She constantly finds herself motivated to bring life to the past and preserve it in a such a way that will allow people of the present, … [Read more...] about Public Affairs March Staff Spotlight – Shannon Mawhiney
Senior, Health Services major If there is one thing that can be certain for the 2020-2021 school year, it is that students, faculty, and staff have all become more health-conscious than ever before. This past year, Patrick Seacrist, a senior Health Services major, has been helping others to understand the risks of COVID-19 and assist regularly with the on-campus asymptomatic … [Read more...] about Public Affairs March Student Spotlight – Patrick Seacrist