Since its inception in 2007, the Board of Governors have recognized forty-seven Citizen Scholars who have made noteworthy accomplishments while enrolled at Missouri State University. This award is presented to students who have contributed to the University, advanced the University’s public affairs mission and have been significantly engaged in extra-curricular accomplishments … [Read more...]

Missouri State University Fall Commencement is just around the corner. Commencement ceremonies for Fall 2015 will be held on December 11, 2015 in JQH Arena with various ceremonies throughout the day.  Follow the link to gather more information. Remember to use #BearGrads to document graduation memories on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook! Congrats to all our graduates and best … [Read more...]

The Division of Student Affairs is happy to announce Dr. TaJuan Wilson as the new Interim Director of the Multicultural Resource Center. Dr. Wilson currently serves as the Executive Director for TRIO Programs and Multi-Student Retention. Dr. Wilson has a Bachelors Degree from Ouachita Baptist University, his Masters Degree from the Keller Graduate School, and his Doctorate of … [Read more...]

The Dean of Students Office is excited to share with the University a new initiative in partnership with the Springfield Bar Association and the Student Government Association. The "Bearisters" program is a free legal service offering legal consultation and referral for all Missouri State University students. This service is provided by volunteer members of the Springfield Bar … [Read more...]

Recently, Derrell DeRamus, Family Orientation Coordinator for New Student and Family Programs sat down with Dr. Dee Sisocoe, Vice President for Student Affairs to ask the question "What does Student Affairs mean to you?" What is your position with the University and what are your daily duties or responsibilities?  "I am the Vice President for Student Affairs, which means … [Read more...]