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
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
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
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
Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) announced today that Dr. Karla Eslinger, a lifelong educator and former Missouri State Senator, will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2025 commencement ceremony. The event will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at the West Plains Civic Center. More about Eslinger Eslinger brings more than 30 years of … [Read more...] about Dr. Karla Eslinger to speak at commencement May 10