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
Sarah Waterman Graduate Student, Nutrition and Dietetics "I firmly believe that everyone deserves access to safe and nutritious food" says Sarah. Taking time between her undergraduate and graduate degree to gain helpful career experience, Sarah served as a dietitian at Mercy Hospital and Prime, Inc, where she educated employees and community members on how to improve dietary … [Read more...] about Public Affairs November Student Spotlight – Sarah Waterman
Hannah Kassing Graduate, Professional Studies and Applied Communications One of the most important ideals on our campus is cultural competence, and few know this more than graduate student Hannah Kassing. Striving to maintain her global citizenship, she has found countless opportunities to interact with people from all around the world. In early 2020, Hannah began a Study … [Read more...] about Public Affairs October Student Spotlight – Hannah Kassing
Megan Schiller Systems Analyst, Computer Services Department Megan Schiller is always looking for opportunities to serve in her local community. In 2013 she learned about the Kids of Our Heroes Adventure Camp located near Aurora, Missouri and has served as a Camp Counselor each year since. The camp serves the children, ages 11-17, of wounded or fallen warriors, and first … [Read more...] about Public Affairs October Staff Spotlight – Megan Schiller
In 1981, Arlen Diamond, General Manager of Springfield's KSMU, a fledgling public radio station at the time, asked the question “We need help covering topics relating to local government, civic engagement and public services. Would the League be able to help us with this weekly program?” And so began a now 40-year partnership between the NPR station and the League of Women … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Spotlight – KSMU