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Sign up now for the Summer Scholars Academy

2025 May 16 by University Communications

Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) will offer its annual Summer Scholars Academy in June, but this year two exciting opportunities will be offered for student to experience hands-on, college-style learning. For the first time, a Summer Scholars Academy session tailored for incoming ninth through 12th grade students will be offered June 9-11. Participants in this … [Read more...] about Sign up now for the Summer Scholars Academy

Filed Under: Academics, News Releases Tagged With: High School Students, Middle School Students, Office of Workforce Development and Community Education, Summer Scholars Academy

Crockett W. Oaks Jr. receives honorary degree at commencement

2025 May 12 by University Communications

Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) proudly conferred an Honorary Associate of Arts in General Studies degree upon Crockett W. Oaks Jr. during its 2025 Commencement Ceremony Saturday, May 10, at the West Plains Civic Center. A lifelong resident of West Plains, Oaks was recognized for his extraordinary record of service to his community, state and … [Read more...] about Crockett W. Oaks Jr. receives honorary degree at commencement

Filed Under: Academics, Featured, News Releases Tagged With: Alumni, Chancellor Dennis Lancaster, Commencement, Crockett W. Oaks Jr., Honorary degree

290 students to receive degrees, certificates at commencement May 10

2025 May 2 by University Communications

The Missouri State University-West Plains mace

A total of 290 students will be candidates for graduation from Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) during the 2025 commencement ceremony Saturday, May 10, at the West Plains Civic Center. This includes 264 students who are eligible for associate degrees and 26 who are eligible for certificates. In addition, 103 students will be candidates for graduation from … [Read more...] about 290 students to receive degrees, certificates at commencement May 10

Filed Under: Academics, Featured, News Releases Tagged With: 2024-2025 academic year, Commencement

MSU-WP named an Opportunity College and University by Carnegie Classifications

2025 April 28 by University Communications

Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) has been designated as an Opportunity College and University by the Carnegie Classifications. The designation recognizes MSU-WP as an institution that can serve as a model for studying how campuses can foster student success. The Opportunity Colleges and Universities designation is part of a newly developed Student Access and … [Read more...] about MSU-WP named an Opportunity College and University by Carnegie Classifications

Filed Under: Academics, News Releases Tagged With: American Council on Education, Carnegie Foundation, Opportunity College and University Designation

Thayer takes top honors at 38th annual Interscholastic Contest

2025 April 23 by University Communications

The academic spotlight shone brightly on Thayer High School once again as it claimed overall top honors at the 38th annual Interscholastic Contest held April 11 at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP). With fierce competition from over 450 of the region’s sharpest students, representing 24 schools across southern Missouri and northern Arkansas, Thayer soared to … [Read more...] about Thayer takes top honors at 38th annual Interscholastic Contest

Filed Under: Academics, News Releases Tagged With: Ana Estrella, Interscholastic Contest, Jessica Banning, Ozarks Christian Academy, Salem High School, Thayer High School

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