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Missouri State University launches enhanced emergency alert system

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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:

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
  • 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.

A reminder of the upcoming Missouri State Alert Test

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The spring test of the Missouri State Alert system will occur on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 10:50 a.m. This system is critical to keeping campus safe and informed.  This notification system is not only used for campus alerts such as immediate threat of violence, but also weather-related messages such as tornadoes.

What will messages look like?

The notification will include information on the type of alert and action steps that should be taken. Should an alert happen, it will come from one of the following sources:

  • Phone call from 417-836-8999.
  • Text message from 89361.
  • Email from Safety@missouristate.edu.
  • If you receive a notification, you can find more details online at university status.

How can you set your notification preferences?

Faculty, staff and students can update their preferences through My Missouri State. The public can access preferences through the open access portal.

More frequently asked questions about Missouri State Alert can be found on the university safety website.

What is the upcoming test of the Missouri State Alert and why does it matter?

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The spring test of the Missouri State Alert system will occur on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 10:50 a.m. This system is critical to keeping campus safe and informed. Let’s get to know it a bit better.

When is Missouri State Alert used?

This notification system is not only used for campus alerts such as immediate threat of violence, but also weather-related messages such as tornadoes. Its more common use, however, is a big hit with students — school closings in the event of winter weather.

The system is not used for advertisements, marketing messages or to communicate events.

What will messages look like?

The notification will include information on the type of alert and action steps that should be taken. Should an alert happen, it will come from one of the following sources:

  • Phone call from 417-836-8999.
  • Text message from 89361.
  • Email from Safety@missouristate.edu.
  • If you receive a notification, you can find more details online at university status.

How can you set your notification preferences?

Faculty, staff and students can update their preferences through My Missouri State. The public can access preferences through the open access portal.

You can choose among text messages, calls and/or emails. You may add multiple phone numbers and email addresses; however, the university recommends you use direct contact information such as a mobile number.

More frequently asked questions about Missouri State Alert can be found on the university safety website.