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Take note of Hot Rod Power Tour parking, traffic changes

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Missouri State University will host day 4 of the Hot Rod Power Tour on June 11. The event is expected to bring a large number of participant vehicles and visitors to campus throughout the day.

Campus will remain open, and university operations will continue. However, parking and traffic patterns will be affected, especially in and around designated event areas.

What to expect

The event is scheduled for 10 a.m.-5 p.m., with setup, arrival and departure activity expected before and after the public event hours. Participant vehicles will arrive throughout the morning, and heavier traffic is expected after 5 p.m. as vehicles leave campus.

There will also be increased pedestrian activity in event areas.

Parking changes

Several campus lots will be used for the event. Faculty, staff and students who normally park in affected lots should plan ahead and use available commuter parking.

Primary commuter parking for June 11 will be available in:

  • Bear Park North
  • Bear Park South

A second Silver Route Bear Line shuttle will run that day to help transport faculty, staff and students to and from the garages.

The following lots are being held for Residence Life and SOAR:

  • Lots 3, 9, 21, 27, 27A, 30 and 33

The Welcome Center lot, Lot 14 and the Bookstore/Magers lots will remain open and will not be used by the tour. Patient-designated spaces for Mercy Clinic/Kampeter will not be affected.

Traffic changes

Traffic patterns on campus will also change during the day. Elm, Cherry, Harrison and Monroe streets will all be restricted to westbound traffic only.

Campus operations

Public-facing offices should remain available because a SOAR session is scheduled that day. Some offices may choose to have some or all of their staff work remotely, depending on their operations and service needs. Those decisions will be made by individual areas and communicated by supervisors.

Public safety, traffic and event operations will be coordinated with Springfield/Greene County Office of Emergency Management, Springfield Police Department, Springfield Fire Department, Mercy EMS and event organizers.

Thank you for your flexibility and cooperation as we welcome visitors to campus while continuing normal university operations.

Bicycle Impoundment Notice – Summer 2026

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As the Spring semester ends at Missouri State University, Campus Safety would like to remind the campus community about our annual bicycle impoundment process. This effort reduces the amount of abandoned property throughout campus and reduces bicycle thefts.

Important Timeline

With most students departing campus by May 9, the bicycle collection process will begin May 9, 2026.

What You Need to Know

In accordance with Campus Safety Bicycle Regulations:

  • Bicycles that appear abandoned or not in use by current students, faculty, or staff during the summer semester are subject to removal and impoundment.
  • All impounded bicycles will be held for a minimum of 30 days.
  • After this holding period, unclaimed bicycles will be disposed of by Campus Safety.

 How to Avoid Impoundment

To ensure your bicycle is not collected:

  • Take your bicycle home with you before May 9, or
  • If you are remaining on campus and actively using your bicycle:
    • Remove this notice, and
    • Email Campus Safety at CampusSafety@missouristate.edu with:
      • Bicycle make, model, and color
      • The location of the bicycle rack(s) you will be using

U-Bolt Lock Reminder

If you have received a U-Bolt lock from Campus Safety, please return it to the Transportation Office before leaving campus to avoid being charged.

Campus Safety appreciates your cooperation in helping maintain a safe, orderly, and accessible campus environment throughout the summer months. If you have questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out at 417-836-5509.

UPDATE: Statewide Tornado Drill March 4th CANCELLED

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Due to forecasted inclement weather in the Springfield/Greene County area, the statewide tornado drill scheduled tomorrow, March 4th, has been cancelled for our area.  There is no scheduled make-up date at this time.  Please note that the regularly scheduled monthly test will be Wednesday, March 11th at 10:00 a.m.

MSU Alert: This will be only a drill.

In cooperation with the State Emergency Management Agency, Missouri State University is participating in the Missouri Statewide Tornado Drill on March 4th at 11:00 a.m. Please respond as if this were an actual tornado emergency. During a tornado or other severe weather emergency, the following actions are recommended:

  1. Remain calm.
  2. Do not use elevators.
  3. Go to the nearest designated shelter location. If unsure, seek shelter in the lowest level of a building and stay away from windows.
  4. Offer to help those who need assistance.
  5. After the tornado has passed, call 9-1-1 to report any injuries or damage, and evacuate the building if necessary.
  6. Do not leave the building/shelter area until an all-clear is given or the warning has expired.

Please refer to the Emergency Preparedness and Response website for detailed instructions on shelter locations and additional information.

Thank you for your participation in helping keep our campus community safe!

Important Update: New Phone Numbers for Missouri State Alert Voice Calls

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Clear, reliable communication is critical—especially during emergencies. To help ensure your alerts reach the right people at the right time, the vendor has updated the phone numbers used for the Missouri State Alert voice calling.

Good to know: This update does not affect e911 services.

Why This Update Matters

These changes improve call delivery reliability and tracking, helping ensure that important messages aren’t delayed, blocked, or mislabeled as spam. It’s part of our ongoing commitment to keeping our communication systems operating at peak performance.

New Outbound Calling Numbers

You may now see voice calls coming from the following numbers:

  • +1 (866) 318-1306
  • +1 (855) 692-1591
  • +1 (844) 866-4014
  • +1 (833) 330-2158

Recommended Action

To avoid missed or filtered alerts, we recommend saving them as contacts or marking them as “safe” in device and carrier settings.

Taking this step helps ensure that critical notifications are delivered without interruption.

Helpful Resource

For easy reference, you can bookmark and share this continuously updated resource with your teams:
What Phone Numbers Will I Receive Texts/Calls From?

Staying Informed

Updates like this are done to maintain system reliability and performance—and we’ll always communicate changes, so you’re never caught off guard.

More frequently asked questions about Missouri State Alert can be found on the University Safety website.

MSU Campus Safety has a new look!

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New Year, New Uniforms!

Missouri State University Campus Safety has transitioned to a new high-visibility uniform as part of its ongoing commitment to safety, professionalism, and approachability across campus. The updated uniform features enhanced reflective elements and brighter coloring to improve officer visibility during day and night operations, particularly in high-traffic areas and during emergency response. This change supports Campus Safety’s mission to provide a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors while reinforcing a clear, recognizable presence throughout the Missouri State community.

Two campus safety members standing wearing shirts with bright green on top half and black on everything below

Three campus safety members standing next to a campus safety vehicle