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OHRC to host “Enjoying the Rivers of the Ozarks” May 12

2026 April 28 by University Communications

Ozarks Heritage Research Center Presents: "Enjoying the Rivers of the Ozarks" by Marcus Allen; Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6 p.m.

Officials with the Ozarks Heritage Research Center (OHRC) at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) will host a presentation, “Enjoying the Rivers of the Ozarks” at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12, at OHRC, which is located inside MSU-WP’s Garnett Library, 304 W. Trish Knight St., in West Plains. … [Read more...] about OHRC to host “Enjoying the Rivers of the Ozarks” May 12

Filed Under: Campus Happenings Blog, Homepage Articles, News Releases Tagged With: Floating the Ozarks, Marcus Allen, OHRC, Ozark Heritage Research Center, West Plains Council on the Arts

MSU-WP honors students at Celebration of Leaders

2026 April 27 by University Communications

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

Filed Under: Featured, News Releases Tagged With: Aubrey Hull, Celebration of Leaders, Coy Crites, Elden Vierzba, Gisella Hendricks, Jerry Trick, Kaydyn Bond, Kaylynn Sites, Marissa Ayers, Max Bittle, McKinley Satterfield, Paden Cole, Raigan Denton, Sam Stockle, SGA, SGA President, SGA Vice President, Student Life, Victoria Antia, Wayne Cahoj

Thayer takes top honors at 39th annual Interscholastic Contest

2026 April 22 by University Communications

Group photo of Thayer High school Interscholastic Contest contestants

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

Filed Under: Academics, Featured, News Releases Tagged With: Interscholastic Contest, MSUWP, MSUWP Interscholastic Contest

Area Youth Invited to Attend Grizzly Esports “Ursa Minor” summer camp June 16 – 18.

2026 April 21 by University Communications

Area middle school students are invited to participate in the Grizzly Esports Ursa Minor Summer Camp, set for June 16 –18 on the campus of Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP). The camp is hosted by Grizzly Esports coaching staff Nickales Lawson, head coach, and Spencer Spreutels, assistant coach, with support from additional staff and current players, offering … [Read more...] about Area Youth Invited to Attend Grizzly Esports “Ursa Minor” summer camp June 16 – 18.

Filed Under: Campus Happenings Blog, Homepage Articles, News Releases Tagged With: Grizzly eSports, Nickales Lawson, Spencer Spreutels, Summer Camps, Ursa Minor

Missouri Senator Brad Hudson to speak at MSU-WP commencement May 9

2026 April 17 by University Communications

Senator Brad Hudson

Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) announced today that Sen. Brad Hudson will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2026 commencement ceremony. The event will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9, at the West Plains Civic Center. Hudson took the oath of office Jan. 8, 2025, and represents Missouri’s 33rd Senatorial District. He serves on the … [Read more...] about Missouri Senator Brad Hudson to speak at MSU-WP commencement May 9

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