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Ozarks Studies Symposium will focus on ‘The Missouri Ozarks: Through a 250-Year Lens’

2026 September 10 by University Communications

“The Missouri Ozarks: Through a 250-Year Lens” is the theme of the 19th annual Ozarks Studies Symposium set for Sept. 17-19 at the West Plains Civic Center and Garnett Library on the Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) campus. Hosted by MSU-WP, the event celebrates various aspects of culture and history of the Ozarks through a variety of presentations and … [Read more...] about Ozarks Studies Symposium will focus on ‘The Missouri Ozarks: Through a 250-Year Lens’

Filed Under: Academics, Featured, News Releases Tagged With: academics, Jason McCollom, OHRC, Ozarks Studies Symposium

Missouri State-West Plains shape future with new strong vision

2026 August 10 by University Communications

Aerial shot of the bell tower and amphitheater

Missouri State University-West Plains adopted a new strategic plan, a forward-looking blueprint designed to strengthen academic excellence, expand community partnerships and reinforce the university’s statewide public affairs mission.   Titled “Pathways to Opportunity ,” the plan outlines five goals and introduces updated mission, vision and values statements to guide the … [Read more...] about Missouri State-West Plains shape future with new strong vision

Filed Under: Academics, Featured, News Releases Tagged With: Chancellor Zora Mulligan, Grizzly Summit, Mission, Pathways to Opportunity, Strategic Plan, Values, Vision

Alumni Spotlight: Hal Ryan

2026 August 4 by University Communications

Hal Ryan

Name: Hal Ryan Hometown: Fair Grove, MO Currently Resides: Birch Tree, MO Occupation: Youth Behavioral Health Liaison (Ozarks Healthcare/Behavioral Health Center) All Degrees and Certificates Received: Associate of Applied Science in Community Behavioral Support Just keep swimming. That was the message Hal Ryan shares with prospective students. It's the phrase … [Read more...] about Alumni Spotlight: Hal Ryan

Filed Under: Alumni Spotlights, Featured, Spotlights Tagged With: Community Behavioral Support, Hal Ryan

Missouri State University–West Plains announces update to campus office locations and enhanced student services one-stop shop

2026 August 3 by University Communications

Missouri State University–West Plains officials announced today that they have updated office locations across campus as part of ongoing efforts to better serve students, including a one-stop shop of student services in Hass-Darr Hall. The new one-stop shop will house Admissions, Academic Advising and Support, Student Life, the Drago College Store, Financial Aid, Business … [Read more...] about Missouri State University–West Plains announces update to campus office locations and enhanced student services one-stop shop

Filed Under: Featured, News Releases Tagged With: Arch W. Shaw Writing Center, Business Office, Campus Offices, Cass Hall, Counseling Center, Financial Aid, Hass-Darr, Music Program, Neurodiversity and Autism Center, Registration and Records, Student Life

OHRC to host Emmy Award-winning writer on Tuesday, Aug. 25

2026 July 24 by Amanda Collins

Officials with the Ozarks Heritage Research Center (OHRC) at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) will host a presentation, “A Road Trip into America’s Hidden Heart” at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, at OHRC, which is located inside MSU-WP’s Garnett Library, 304 W. Trish Knight St., in West Plains. Free and open to all, this event is sponsored by the OHRC, Missouri … [Read more...] about OHRC to host Emmy Award-winning writer on Tuesday, Aug. 25

Filed Under: Campus Happenings Blog, Featured, Homepage Articles, News Releases, University/Community Programs Tagged With: Garnett Library, John Drake Robinson, Missouri Arts Council, Missouri Humanities, OHRC, Ozarks Heritage Research Center

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