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
Administrative Assistant II, Honors College While Emily's work keeps her involved with the campus community, she has yet another calling: DOGS! For over 5 years, Emily has rescued and fostered dogs from numerous unhealthy living situations. Currently, she provides a home to three beautiful Berger Picards, a rare breed of only 900 in the United States. Ethical leadership is … [Read more...] about Public Affairs February Staff Spotlight- Emily Wright
Graduate Student Counseling, Leadership, & Special Education If you take a trip to the campus Career Center, you are bound to come across the bright, smiling face of Smruthi Chintakunta. Smruthi lives the public affairs mission by choosing to join and take leadership roles in organizations that reflect each of the three pillars. Since her freshman year, Smruthi has … [Read more...] about Public Affairs February Student Spotlight- Smruthi Chintakunta
Staff Nomination Deadline: March 5, 2021 The Board of Governors' Excellence in Public Affairs Award is currently accepting staff nominations for the 2021-22 award. Missouri State staff work to support and propel the public affairs mission in many and creative ways. This award recognizes those work efforts and commitment to one or more of the pillars: ethical leadership, … [Read more...] about MSU staff nominations being accepted for 2021 Public Affairs award
Congratulations the 2021 staff recipients of the Excellence in Community Service Awards. Both Mandi Muse and Jason Ray exemplify what it means to be an MSU CitizenBear. To better the lives of others, they have used their time, talent and hearts to contribute to a variety of projects within their community. We appreciate and honor their dedication, as we all benefit from … [Read more...] about Staff honored for community engagement