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Five Things (or more) – This Week in Student Affairs – October 16th

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Take a moment to see what’s happening this week in the Division of Student Affairs.

1. Flu Shots – Magers Health and Wellness Center is offering flu shots now. Please schedule an appointment through MyHealth Portal. When scheduling a special flu vaccine (Fluzone or Flucelvax) please choose the option in the reservation time designated for the specific vaccine.  Please check in at the front desk or the vaccination check in table before receiving your flu vaccination. There is no cost for students.

Those on MSU’s insurance will not have any out of pocket expenses. Retirees on Medicare will need to check if Magers Health and Wellness Center is in network. Other individuals may incur a charge. Contact Magers Health at 417-836-4000 with questions.

2. Missouri State’s United Way Campaign – Missouri State University faculty, staff and retirees have rallied together every year for decades to contribute to UWO. In doing so, our community supports our public affairs mission by assisting many who need help. To find out more about the campaign, visit: https://www.missouristate.edu/UnitedWayCampaign/default.htm

3. Paws to the Polls Voter Awareness Week – Paws to the Polls voter education initiative is excited to be hosting our second annual Voter Awareness Week between October 16th and 19th. This year’s theme is Spotlight on Local Government. Our signature event will be a Voting Fair on Wednesday, October 18th, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We have invited many local elected officials (e.g., mayor, city council, school board, our local state representatives and senators, and some appointed city officials) to engage with students about the importance of local government and the role they each occupy in our community.

On October 16th, 17th, and 19th, we will be tabling on campus to register voters and raise awareness about the importance of voting in all elections. Many students who are registered elsewhere don’t realize that they can vote in Greene County (and even right on the MSU campus) while they live, study, and work here. Paws to the Polls is a resource for the entire campus community, as well as the community at large. See more here.

4. Earn the 2024 wellness incentive discount – In order to educate employees about health benefits resources and to reduce the impact of influenza on our workforce, full-time employees enrolled on the Health Plan will qualify for the full 2024 wellness incentive by completing two actions:

  • Watch/complete an educational “Did you know” questionnaire through My Learning Connection  (Oct. 9-Dec. 1, 2023).
  • Receive a flu vaccination (between Aug. 1-Dec. 1, 2023).
  • Complete one activity for $15 monthly incentive or both for $30 monthly incentive.

5. Homecoming 2023 – There are great activities planned for Homecoming. The Homecoming football game will take place on Saturday, October 21st. Homecoming activities for students will take place October 15th-21st! Events for students include Mo State Live, the Homecoming Parade, Rockstar Competition, Maroon and White Night, Chalking, Window Painting, Collecting Donations for the Transition Closet and the Bear Pantry, the crowning of royalty and more. If you have questions, contact Tara Benson.

For alumni coming back to campus for Homecoming there are many activities planned. These include Breakfast with Boomer, reunions, athletic events and much more. See a listing of the activities and register for events here.

6.  Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon – Join Chartwells for its “In October We Wear Pink” Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon on Tuesday, October 31st, 11am-1pm in the Union Club. The cost of the lunch is $12. 50% of all funds raised will be donated back to the Staff Senate fundraising efforts for Cancer Research of the Ozarks. Reservations aren’t required but you can reserve at table by contacting Teri Trickey at teritrickey@missouristate.edu. See the menu here.

7.  SOAR Leader Applications – The SOAR Leader application will close on Saturday, October 21st. Encourage the students you work with to apply for the very important leadership position on campus. SOAR leaders lead groups of new first-year students and their family members and educate them about campus resources and student life issues to help them succeed at Missouri State University. Students can learn more and apply here.

8. Board of Governors Meeting – The Missouri State University Board of Governors will hold its regular meeting on Friday, October 20th, 1pm-4pm, Plaster Student Union 313. Meeting agendas can be found at https://www.missouristate.edu/BOG/Agendas/.  Open to public, current students, faculty, staff.