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Missouri State University has launched the Engaged Citizen Award (ECA), a scholarship that “recognizes students’ effort and dedication to building a better community.” A post to the Office of Student Financial Aid news blog announced the change. #MissouriState
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MSU ends Inclusive Excellence Scholarship, announces new award
Missouri State University has launched the Engaged Citizen Award (ECA), a new scholarship that “recognizes students’ effort and dedication to building a better community.” A post to the Office of
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February 13, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Another on-campus protest spawned in front of Carrington Hall at 9 a.m. on Friday, objecting to Missouri State University’s decision to end diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs and close its office of inclusive engagement (OIE). #MissouriState
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Protests continue on campus in response to removal of DEI programs at MSU
Another on-campus protest spawned in front of Carrington Hall at 9 a.m. on Friday, objecting to Missouri State University’s decision to end diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs and close
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February 7, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Around 50 students gathered in front of Carrington Hall early Friday morning to protest against Missouri State University’s decision to stop diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs and close its office of inclusive engagement.
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Removal of DEI programs sparks second protest on campus
Around 50 students gathered in front of Carrington Hall early Friday morning to protest against Missouri State University’s decision to stop diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs and close it...
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January 31, 2025 at 8:41 PM
“This decision comes in response to changes nationwide and anticipated actions regarding DEI at the state level,” read the statement.
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DEI programs at MSU end effective immediately
Missouri State University announced Wednesday morning it will stop diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs and will close its office of inclusive engagement.
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January 30, 2025 at 5:44 PM
The five finalists will be on campus in February to participate in public forums and interviews.
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MSU announces five finalists for university provost
Missouri State University announced Tuesday morning that the Provost Search Committee has chosen five finalists in its search for the next university provost and vice president of academic affairs.
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January 28, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Following an incident in the Duane G. Meyer Library Thursday involving a suspicious man dropping a bag in the Bear CLAW, students have expressed concern over the university’s silence regarding the situation.

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Lack of notice from university following safety incident sparks concern from student body
Following an incident in the Duane G. Meyer Library Thursday involving a suspicious man dropping a bag in the Bear CLAW, students have expressed concern over the university’s silence regarding
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January 25, 2025 at 6:53 PM
BREAKING: University Safety, Springfield Police and Fire Departments responded to a safety concern Thursday night at the Duane G. Meyer Library involving an individual suspiciously dropping a bag and leaving the scene.
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Suspicious bag prompts campus, Springfield law enforcement to respond to Meyer Library
University Safety, Springfield Police and Fire Departments responded to a safety concern Thursday night at the Duane G. Meyer Library involving an individual suspiciously dropping a bag and leaving th...
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January 24, 2025 at 4:42 AM
Missouri State University has one more semester in the Missouri Valley Conference before it moves to Conference USA this summer, and there are lots of stories to talk about in that time.
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Missouri State Athletics bring excitement to spring
Missouri State University has one more semester in the Missouri Valley Conference before it moves to Conference USA this summer, and there are lots of stories to talk about in
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January 23, 2025 at 6:26 PM
As both teams have now surpassed the halfway mark of the 2024-25 season, the Missouri State University Division I and Division III Ice Bear teams have fared quite differently.
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Halfway through season, Ice Bears tell different tales
As both teams have now surpassed the halfway mark of the 2024-25 season, the Missouri State University Division I and Division III Ice Bear teams have fared quite differently.
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January 23, 2025 at 6:24 PM
After a successful fall season, the Theatre and Dance Department prepares for its spring season to begin, focusing on the theme of Connection. The performances for spring 2025 include “Rent,” “Blue Stockings,” and “The Spring Dance Concert: Collaboration.”
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MSU Theatre and Dance Department debuts 2025 season with ‘Rent’
After a successful fall season, the Theatre and Dance Department prepares for its spring season to begin, focusing on the theme of Connection. The performances for spring 2025 include “Rent,”
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January 23, 2025 at 6:22 PM
The protest was organized by the Party for Socialism and Liberation, a small left-wing political party, and the Southwest Missouri Solidarity Network, a mutual aid organization. It was part of a larger national movement in over 70 cities across the US.
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President Trump's second inauguration sparks protest in downtown Springfield
In 20-degree weather, a crowd of around 30 people gathered at Park Central Square on Jan. 20 at 2 p.m. to protest President Donald Trump’s second inauguration.
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January 23, 2025 at 2:43 AM
Following a lawsuit against President Richard “Biff” Williams, news of which broke in the midst of the fall 2024 semester, the Missouri State University student body has expressed distaste for his behavior.
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Student tension returns for spring semester after MSU president faces lawsuit in Utah
Following a lawsuit against President Richard “Biff” Williams, news of which broke in the midst of the fall 2024 semester, the Missouri State University student body has expressed distaste for
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January 23, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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January 23, 2025 at 2:39 AM