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MSSU Announces Interim Dean of the College of Business, Communication and Technology
February 07, 2025

MSSU Announces Interim Dean of the College of Business, Communication and Technology

Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is pleased to announce that Dr. Kerry Johnson, chair of the Department of Mathematics, will serve as the interim dean of the College of Business, Communication and Technology. Johnson steps into this role following the upcoming retirement of Dr. Elke Howe, who has served as dean of the college since 2023.

Missouri Southern seeks professional clothing donations for 10th annual Dress To Impress
February 07, 2025

Missouri Southern seeks professional clothing donations for 10th annual Dress To Impress

The new year brings in new opportunities and hope for a better tomorrow, but it also marks the 10-year anniversary of Missouri Southern’s Dress to Impress event on Feb. 26 in Billingsly Student Center’s Connor Ballroom.

Missouri Southern State University’s Nursing Program Expansion Approved to Address Regional Healthcare Shortages
January 15, 2025

Missouri Southern State University’s Nursing Program Expansion Approved to Address Regional Healthcare Shortages

Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Board of Governors received updates on the highly anticipated expansion of a proposed Baccalaureate in Nursing degree, which will address the critical shortage of registered nurses and nursing faculty in the Four State region.

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Where Science Meets Compassion
February 04, 2025

Where Science Meets Compassion

“I’ve wanted to be a pharmacist since I was nine years old,” said Epperson. “It’s hard to believe, but it’s true.” Epperson was inspired to pursue this path following her uncle’s cancer diagnosis. What began as a quest to understand medication’s role in his treatment became Epperson’s mission to help the community

An Ease Within One’s Own Shell
January 30, 2025

An Ease Within One’s Own Shell

Every other weekend, senior Saige Haddock wades knee-deep in the Asbury Field Site’s pond. Haddock unlatches the turtle traps (that are floating on pool noodles) to tag and track the animals who find themselves caught in their temporary confinement before returning them to their watery home.

MSSU Honors Program Celebrates 40th Anniversary
January 28, 2025

MSSU Honors Program Celebrates 40th Anniversary

2024 is a cause for celebration for MSSU’s Honors Program. This year, the Program observes its 40th anniversary, a significant milestone for the university.

MOSO Minute

“This beginning / in a loop of infinity:” Zachary, ‘16, and Kelsey Baughman, ‘15
February 13, 2025

“This beginning / in a loop of infinity:” Zachary, ‘16, and Kelsey Baughman, ‘15

In 2014, Kelsey Akee found herself in a Spanish class. The Bella Vista, Arkansas native wanted to attend school outside of her hometown but still nearby, and with its affordable tuition, Missouri Southern is where she ended up.

Love and Basketball: Christian Bundy, ‘23, and Brooke Stauffer, ‘22
February 13, 2025

Love and Basketball: Christian Bundy, ‘23, and Brooke Stauffer, ‘22

Relationships of any sort is being a part of a team, and that’s what brought Christian Bundy and Brooke Stauffer together. The now-engaged couple came to Missouri Southern because it was close to home and because of basketball.

MSSU Closed February 12, 2025, Due to Extreme Weather Conditions
February 12, 2025

MSSU Closed February 12, 2025, Due to Extreme Weather Conditions

Missouri Southern State University will be closed on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, due to inclement weather and hazardous road conditions. The university will transition to an online learning and work model.

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“This beginning / in a loop of infinity:” Zachary, ‘16, and Kelsey Baughman, ‘15
February 13, 2025

“This beginning / in a loop of infinity:” Zachary, ‘16, and Kelsey Baughman, ‘15

In 2014, Kelsey Akee found herself in a Spanish class. The Bella Vista, Arkansas native wanted to attend school outside of her hometown but still nearby, and with its affordable tuition, Missouri Southern is where she ended up.

Love and Basketball: Christian Bundy, ‘23, and Brooke Stauffer, ‘22
February 13, 2025

Love and Basketball: Christian Bundy, ‘23, and Brooke Stauffer, ‘22

Relationships of any sort is being a part of a team, and that’s what brought Christian Bundy and Brooke Stauffer together. The now-engaged couple came to Missouri Southern because it was close to home and because of basketball.

MSSU Closed February 12, 2025, Due to Extreme Weather Conditions
February 12, 2025

MSSU Closed February 12, 2025, Due to Extreme Weather Conditions

Missouri Southern State University will be closed on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, due to inclement weather and hazardous road conditions. The university will transition to an online learning and work model.

A Lesson in Love: Katherine, ‘95, and Chris Mitchell, ‘95
February 11, 2025

A Lesson in Love: Katherine, ‘95, and Chris Mitchell, ‘95

Although “You can’t hurry love,” often rings true, it does have its own pace, which is what the Mitchells experienced in 1995. Katherine and Chris came to Missouri Southern to study education. While they were both in the same department, the couple didn’t share any classes. But she had noticed him in February, after the final meeting of their professional semester.

Their Chemical Romance: Lacy and Jarrett Epperson, ‘17
February 11, 2025

Their Chemical Romance: Lacy and Jarrett Epperson, ‘17

What science brings together, no one can separate, and one of those things is the Eppersons. Webb City natives Lacy and Jarrett came to Missouri Southern for the affordable education. The university allowed them to live at home and form new connections.

MSSU Announces Interim Dean of the College of Business, Communication and Technology
February 07, 2025

MSSU Announces Interim Dean of the College of Business, Communication and Technology

Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is pleased to announce that Dr. Kerry Johnson, chair of the Department of Mathematics, will serve as the interim dean of the College of Business, Communication and Technology. Johnson steps into this role following the upcoming retirement of Dr. Elke Howe, who has served as dean of the college since 2023.

Missouri Southern seeks professional clothing donations for 10th annual Dress To Impress
February 07, 2025

Missouri Southern seeks professional clothing donations for 10th annual Dress To Impress

The new year brings in new opportunities and hope for a better tomorrow, but it also marks the 10-year anniversary of Missouri Southern’s Dress to Impress event on Feb. 26 in Billingsly Student Center’s Connor Ballroom.

Stephanee Schiding awarded Dr. Robert M. Taylor Professional Service Honor Award
February 05, 2025

Stephanee Schiding awarded Dr. Robert M. Taylor Professional Service Honor Award

Stephanee Schiding, master instructor and lifetime wellness coordinator in Missouri Southern’s kinesiology department, was awarded MOSHAPE’s Dr. Robert M. Taylor Professional Service Honor Award.

Where Science Meets Compassion
February 04, 2025

Where Science Meets Compassion

“I’ve wanted to be a pharmacist since I was nine years old,” said Epperson. “It’s hard to believe, but it’s true.” Epperson was inspired to pursue this path following her uncle’s cancer diagnosis. What began as a quest to understand medication’s role in his treatment became Epperson’s mission to help the community

An Ease Within One’s Own Shell
January 30, 2025

An Ease Within One’s Own Shell

Every other weekend, senior Saige Haddock wades knee-deep in the Asbury Field Site’s pond. Haddock unlatches the turtle traps (that are floating on pool noodles) to tag and track the animals who find themselves caught in their temporary confinement before returning them to their watery home.