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
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
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