Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) Jazz Ensemble performed at the Gainesville Lion's Club Dec. 11, for the organization's year-end gala. The event gave an opportunity to provide entertainment to the citizens of Gainesville while showcasing the talents of university students and members of our community. In addition to the Jazz Ensemble, MSU-WP’s Music Program offers … [Read more...] about MSU-WP Jazz Ensemble performs at Gainesville Lion’s Club.
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Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) officials announced today that Crockett W. Oaks III, associate vice chancellor of business support services, will leave the university to assume the full-time role of executive director of the Lincoln School Project, the historic preservation and cultural engagement organization he and his wife, Tonya, founded in July 2023. Oaks … [Read more...] about Crockett W. Oaks III to depart MSU-West Plains to lead Lincoln School Project as executive director
Twenty-eight high school juniors and seniors participated in the fifth annual welding competition, hosted by Missouri State University-West Plains’ (MSU-WP) Workforce Development and Community Education office on Dec. 5. The students represented Licking High School, as well as the Piney River Technical Center, Houston; Southern Missouri Technical Institute, West Plains; and … [Read more...] about High School seniors and juniors compete in MSU-WP’s 5th annual welding competition
Dr. Rajiv Thakur, professor of geography, was formally invited by the Government of Kerala, India, to speak at the Kerala Urban Conclave 2025, an international gathering of policymakers, scholars, and urban development leaders. Dr. Thakur served in the high-level policy session titled, "Growth Drivers for Urban Kerala." The invitation recognizes his significant scholarly … [Read more...] about Dr. Thakur speaks at international conference
Area residents are invited to attend a Career Fair hosted by the Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) Career Services office. The event is set for 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, in the Student Recreation Center at 323 W. Trish Knight St. in West Plains. Admission is free for participants, according to Career Services Director Lindsey Waggoner. Area … [Read more...] about Area residents invited to attend Career Fair Feb. 26