Area educators interested in learning how to hone their teaching skills or prepare for leadership roles among their peers are encouraged to enroll in two new degrees being offered locally by Missouri State University’s (MSU) Outreach office on the Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) campus. The Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning (MATL) and the Specialist in … [Read more...] about MSU Outreach to offer 2 new education degrees at MSU-WP
Officials of the Ozarks Heritage Research Center (OHRC) at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) welcomed nearly 60 visitors to the center’s open house celebration April 2 in the Garnett Library. Those who attended were excited to view the center’s archives and learn more about its mission. “The grand opening went extremely well,” said Rebekah McKinney, director of … [Read more...] about OHRC hosts open house
Members of the Friends of the Garnett Library at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) hosted a chili supper March 15, which raised $700 to support initiatives at the Garnett Library. Dave Hale, franchisee of the Wendy’s restaurant in West Plains, donated the chili for the event. More than 65 area residents enjoyed the hearty meal and participated in several lively … [Read more...] about Chili supper raises funds for Garnett Library
A new class being offered during the 2024 summer session at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) will focus on the fiction of local award-winning novelist Daniel Woodrell. “Literature, Culture and Conflict” (ENG 289) is a three-credit hour class that will be taught by Professor of English Dr. Craig Albin from 6 to 8:40 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Its focus will … [Read more...] about New summer class will focus on fiction of local novelist Daniel Woodrell
Members of the Public Affairs Committee at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) invite all area residents to attend their third annual Academic Symposium and Regional Conference May 2 at the West Plains Civic Center. The theme of this year’s event is “Astronomy in Ozark Heritage,” organizers said, adding several academics and experts on the topic will make … [Read more...] about All invited to MSU-WP’s 3rd annual Academic Symposium