WEST PLAINS, Mo. – Missouri State University-West Plains’ study away/internship program in China will be the topic of the Friends of the Garnett Library monthly luncheon meeting Friday, Feb. 10, on the Missouri State-West Plains campus.

Dr. Dennis Lancaster, dean of academic affairs, said his presentation will focus on the program housed at Missouri State University’s branch campus at Liaoning Normal University (LNU) in Dalian, People’s Republic of China, as well as the educational cooperation project between the two universities.

“One of the hidden gems of educational opportunity at Missouri State-West Plains is the semester-long study away/internship program,” he said. “It offers students attending the West Plains or Mountain Grove campuses the chance to earn nine credits toward their associate’s degree while learning alongside classmates from China and many other countries.

“In addition, for the four months during which they live on campus and attend classes, the student interns also work in the campus’ writing center as English tutors,” he added. “And, of course, there’s the opportunity to travel and see some of China’s most famous sites, both ancient and modern, in addition to the day-to-day experiences of being in a different culture and government system.”

The luncheon and meeting will take place from noon to 1 p.m. in rooms 104 and 105 on the lower level of the Lybyer Technology Center. Parking is available in the lot off Cass Avenue on the north side of the building.

Cost of the meal is $10, payable at the door. Those wishing to eat should make a reservation by calling 417-255-7940 or emailing FriendsofGarnettLibrary@MissouriState.edu by Tuesday, Feb. 7.

For more information about Friends of the Garnett Library and how you can join, visit the organization’s website or call 417-255-7940.