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Former Chancellor Dr. Marvin Looney remembered at MSU-WP

2025 September 30 by University Communications

Dr. Marvin Looney

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

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Counseling Center topic of Oct. 10 Friends of the Garnett Library meeting

2025 September 26 by University Communications

Lauren Willis

The October meeting of the Friends of the Garnett Library will be held on Friday, October 10, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Carol Silvey Student Union in Hass Darr Hall. Lauren Willis, director of counseling services, will be the guest speaker and will introduce those present to the MSU-West Plains Counseling Center and what services are offered to students.  The Counseling … [Read more...] about Counseling Center topic of Oct. 10 Friends of the Garnett Library meeting

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OHRC to host presentation on genealogical resources Oct. 14

2025 September 17 by University Communications

Blanche McKinney

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

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Activities update presented by Chancellor Mulligan

2025 September 8 by University Communications

Garnett Library

Officials with the Friends of the Garnett Library will discuss an update of activities at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) on Sept. 12, from noon to 1 p.m., at the Garnett Library, 304 W. Trish Knight St., in West Plains. Chancellor Zora Mulligan will present an annual report for the campus and discuss future plans. Cost of the lunch is $10, payable at the … [Read more...] about Activities update presented by Chancellor Mulligan

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Vice Chancellor’s List honorees announced for 2025 summer semester

2025 September 5 by University Communications

Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) have announced their Chancellor’s List honorees for the 2025 summer semester. To qualify for the MSU-WP Vice Chancellor’s List, students must have earned a 3.5 to 3.99 grade point average for 12 or more credit hours taken during the semester. Students who maintain a 4.0 grade point average for 12 or more hours are … [Read more...] about Vice Chancellor’s List honorees announced for 2025 summer semester

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