Take a moment to see what’s going on in the Division of Student Affairs.

1. The Start of the New Semester – Enjoy this Welcome Back from Dr. Siscoe. Thank you for all you do for our students.

2. Division of Student Affairs All-Staff Meeting – The Division of Student Affairs All-Staff Meeting should already be on your calendar for Friday, September 20th from 9-11 am in the PSU Theater. This program will include meeting with our new President, Dr. Richard “Biff’ Willliams, hosting the DOSA Awards Ceremony, and committee meetings. Questions? Reach out to peggyjones@missouristate.edu.

3. Citizen Scholar Award – The Citizen Scholar Award is the highest award available to Missouri State University students. Since the award’s inception in 2007, 101 exceptional students have been recognized for their stellar achievements with academics, community engagement and leadership.  The Board of Governors is soliciting nominations for the 2024-2025 Citizen Scholar Award. This is the highest award available to Missouri State University students. We request your nominations for the recognition of six more outstanding Citizen Scholars. The nomination deadline is Friday, September 6, 2024.  Learn more: https://studentaffairs.missouristate.edu/citizenscholaraward.htm

4. Budget Planning Trainings – Additional budget trainings structured to dive deeper into budgetary planning and responsibilities are coming up. The times are 10:00-11:00 a.m.  in PSU 317:

August 21-Overview-Argos & Budget reports
August 28- Forecasting
September 11-tips, tricks & resources
September 18- Grants

5. 2024 Title IX update – Make plans to attend the Lunch & Learn featuring the 2024 Title IX Update on Wednesday, September 4ht in PSU 317 from 12pm-1pm.  Don’t miss the information that will be shared about this very important topic. Reach out to studentaffairs@missouristate.edu with questions.

6.  Upcoming Division of Student Affairs Events – We already have a lot of events on the calendar for you to enjoy. These events are a great opportunity for you to spend some time with your co-workers and friends from across the division.

DOSA All-Staff Meeting – September 20th
Public Affairs Conference – September 24-26th
DOSA Welcome Back Luncheon – September 27th