Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) proudly conferred an Honorary Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice degree upon (Ret.) Sgt. Lionel Daugherty during its 2026 Commencement Ceremony Saturday, May 9, at the West Plains Civic Center. The honorary degree is one of the highest recognitions bestowed by the university and honors individuals who have … [Read more...] about Lionel Daugherty receives honorary degree at MSU-WP Commencement
In the spirit of those who established Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) more than 60 years ago, campus officials presented Carol Silvey, West Plains, with the prestigious Granvil Vaughan Founder’s Award during Saturday’s commencement ceremony at the West Plains Civic Center. The award, named in honor of the campus’ founder, the late Missouri State Rep. Granvil … [Read more...] about Carol Silvey receives Granvil Vaughan Founder’s Award
A total of 315 students will be candidates for graduation from Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) during the 2026 commencement ceremony Saturday, May 9, at the West Plains Civic Center. This includes 282 students who are eligible for associate degrees and 33 who are eligible for certificates. In addition, 101 students will be candidates for graduation from … [Read more...] about 316 students to receive degrees, certificates at MSU-WP Commencement May 9
Awards and accolades abounded when faculty, staff and students at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) gathered April 23 for the Celebration of Leaders student awards ceremony at the West Plains Civic Center. The annual event recognizes students for a variety of academic and leadership achievements and serves as the installation service for the new Student Government … [Read more...] about MSU-WP honors students at Celebration of Leaders
The academic spotlight shone brightly on Thayer High School once again as it claimed overall top honors at the 39th annual Interscholastic Contest held April 10 at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP). With fierce competition from over 450 of the region’s sharpest students, representing 23 schools across southern Missouri and northern Arkansas, Thayer soared to … [Read more...] about Thayer takes top honors at 39th annual Interscholastic Contest