Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) have hired a new associate vice chancellor for marketing and communications. He is Chad Corley, who brings more than 20 years of marketing experience to his new role, including the last seven in higher education. His first day on the job will be Monday, Nov. 3. As associate vice chancellor of marketing and … [Read more...] about Chad Corley hired as new associate vice chancellor of marketing and communications at MSU-WP
Members of the campus community at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) are mourning the passing of former chancellor Dr. Marvin O. Looney. Looney, who served as chancellor from 1991 to 1998, passed away Monday, September 29, at the age of 97. “From his time as a student on the Springfield campus to his eight-year tenure at MSU-WP, Dr. Looney made a difference … [Read more...] about Former Chancellor Dr. Marvin Looney remembered at MSU-WP
From Archives to Ancestry Knowing about your ancestors is interesting and sometimes surprising! Beginning a search for elusive ancestors can become a fascinating activity and many of the methods of search are easy and can be done in spare time. More intensive search can involve using various sources from the internet and sometimes visits to cemeteries, courthouses, and state … [Read more...] about OHRC to host presentation on genealogical resources Oct. 14
“Conflict and Consensus” is the theme of the 18th annual Ozarks Studies Symposium set for Sept. 18-20 at the West Plains Civic Center. Hosted by Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP), the event celebrates various aspects of Ozarks culture and history through a variety of presentations and performances. Support is provided by the West Plains Council on the Arts … [Read more...] about Ozarks Studies Symposium will focus on ‘Conflict and Consensus in the Ozarks’
Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) are excited to announce that Justin Wade has joined the West Plains campus as its new TJ Swift House ASCEND Program Director at the Neurodiversity and Autism Center. In this role, Wade will focus primarily on promoting the program by reaching out to school districts at transition fairs, special education directors and … [Read more...] about New director hired for ASCEND program