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
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