Missouri State University launched an improved emergency alert system on July 1, designed to keep our campus community safer and better informed during critical situations.
Enhanced communication
The upgraded system can now send targeted messages to specific groups within our university community, delivering more relevant information for weather alerts, security threats, campus closures and other critical incidents.
How it works
The system automatically determines communication methods based on university protocols—you cannot select your preferred method. You can update contact details in My Missouri State.
To officially update contact information:
- Access the “Personal Information” card on your My Missouri State portal
- Legal name changes additional steps
Recognizing official alerts
All legitimate alerts come from these designated sources:
- Text messages:
-
- Standard alerts:
- 58843
- Non-emergency:
- 417-510-4744
- Emergency:
- 833-586-0048
- 833-510-1110
- 833-489-1417
- 833-545-0043
- Standard alerts:
- Email:
-
- publicsafetydispatch@missouristate.edu
Add these to your contacts to prevent alerts from going to spam.
Test alert: July 9
We’ll send a test message on Wednesday, July 9 at 10:45 am. If you don’t receive it, update your contact information immediately through your My Missouri State portal.
Looking ahead
This enhancement is part of our ongoing campus safety commitment. A new safety app will launch this fall with additional features.
Participation is mandatory—no opt-out options ensure every community member receives critical safety information when it matters most.
More frequently asked questions about Missouri State Alert can be found on the University Safety website.