Missouri State University’s 23rd annual Public Affairs Conference is next week, Sept. 29-Oct. 1, and Staff Senate encourages you to take part. This year’s theme is “The We Factor: Building Connections That Matter.” The conference will bring together speakers from around the world to talk about how connection, collaboration and leadership shape our workplaces and communities. … [Read more...] about Make time to attend the Public Affairs Conference
You may know him as Dwight Schrute. But before Rainn Wilson steps onto the Public Affairs Conference stage as himself, Staff Senate invites you to dig into his book first. He’ll be on campus this fall as part of the Public Affairs Conference, and Staff Senate will host a discussion of his book, “Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution,” ahead of his keynote. The … [Read more...] about Bears, Beets, Books: Join the ‘Soul Boom’ discussion
Don’t let your newfound World Cup fandom go to waste. The soccer season is just getting started at Missouri State. Staff Senate will host a tailgate party on Sunday, Aug. 23, at Betty and Bobby Allison South Stadium. The day kicks off with the women’s soccer team taking on Mizzou at 3 p.m., followed by the men’s team facing Penn State at 7 p.m. Stick around between games … [Read more...] about Cheer on the Bears at a soccer tailgate party
Missouri State University is a long-time supporter of the United Way. Volunteering is a tangible way to support our community as part of our public affairs mission. This year, we are excited to allow employees to participate in this year’s Day of Caring on June 22 as part of their regular work schedule. Participation is subject to staffing availability to maintain the … [Read more...] about United Way of the Ozarks: June 22 Day of Caring
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, held in October every year, was created in 1985 to promote screening and prevention of the disease, affecting one in eight women in the United States annually and 2.3 million women worldwide. Known best for its pink theme color, the month features a number of campaigns and programs aimed at supporting those diagnosed, educating all on risk factors … [Read more...] about Breast Cancer Awareness Month