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

1. Lunch and Learn –  Mark your calendars for the upcoming Fall Lunch and Learn Series—free and open to all in Student Affairs and friends across campus. Bring your lunch! Drinks and desserts will be provided. Topics include:

• MSU joined C-USA—what does that mean? : Led by Kelsey Tolbert (Sept. 25, 12–1 p.m., PSU 314)

• Stop Campus Hazing Act : Led by Gabby Catlin & Jeff Mitchell (Oct. 15, 12–1 p.m., PSU 317)

• Developing the SA Strategic Plan : Led by Dr. Rabekah Stewart (Nov. 10, 12–1 p.m., PSU 317)

• SA Student Learning Outcomes Assessment :  Led by Rebekkah Wall (Dec. 8, 12–1 p.m., PSU 317)

Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/LnLFA25

2. The PINKTOBER Luncheon – Join Chartwells for its PINKTOBER Luncheon, a meal to support breast cancer awareness, on October 7th, 11am-1pm. Dress in your best pink outfit, and enjoy a delectable meal while raising funds for cancer research in the Ozarks. The cost is $15.oo. Get more details on the flyer.

3. Open Forum – Associate Director, Access and Success Programs – Access & Success Programs invites you to open forums for the position of Associate Director, Access and Success Programs.  We have invited 3 candidates to give a presentation on Student Retention Strategies and Assessment. This will be followed by a Q&A Session for you to learn more about each candidate and provide feedback through an evaluation process.

Christina Bowles
Wednesday, September 24
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: LIBR 120

Dr. Hannah Reyes
Monday, September 29
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: LIBR 120

Tara Joyce
Wednesday, October 1
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: LIBR 120

Evaluation QR codes will be available at each session, and evaluations will close Thursday, October 2.

4. Camp Claw Parents Night Out – Campus Rec is thrilled to announce that on Friday, October 17, 2025, Camp Claw will be having our first Parents Night Out! This is a one-night event where kids can come enjoy a smaller version of their favorite parts about Camp Claw. Parents Night Out will run from 5:00pm-10:00pm with check-in starting at 5:00pm and pickup starting at 9:30pm. We will enjoy the pool, rock wall, pizza, games, and so much more during our time together.

The cost for this event is $40/camper and registration will be open from now until October 14, 2025, at 11:59pm. When you register, you will have access to our “Parents Night Out Information Sheet” that will tell you everything you need to know about that night. We are capping this program at (50) kids so make sure to sign up soon! We have provided the registration link below.

https://recportal.missouristate.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=f3322a67-02c2-4a7d-a23e-94b781b5bab1

If you have any questions please email CWieters@missouristate.edu

5. PK-12 Teacher Education Career Fair – The Missouri State University College of Education and Career Center are hosting a PK-12 Teacher Education Career Fair on campus, Thursday, September 25th, 2025, in the Plaster Student Union Ballroom from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, for students preparing for careers in education.  This PK-12 Teacher Education Career Fair is for all students who want to work in the PK-12 education setting and is open to Freshman thru Graduate students. This is for those who are preparing for student teaching, practicums, full-time teaching, internships (child & family non-profit organizations) and other full-time PK-12 job applications and more. Feel free to bring your printed resume and wear business casual attire!  View more information about the event on the Career Center’s website.

6. Agriculture Career Expo – Students of all Darr College of Agriculture majors are welcome to attend this all-inclusive career fair to learn about potential full-time, part-time and internship positions on Thursday, September 25th from 10am – 2pm at the Darr Center. Professional dress is required.  Bring copies of your résumé with you to the Career Fair. More information can be found here.

7. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Finding Balance in a Digital World –  Social media is a powerful tool for connection, creativity, and information, but it can also take a toll on mental health if not used mindfully. Studies show that the average adult spends over 2.5 hours per day on social platforms, which adds up to more than 38 full days each year.  Read more at: https://helpwhereyouare.com/content/604013?e=001 
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