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
For Zora Mulligan, becoming Chancellor of Missouri State University–West Plains (MSU-WP) is more than a professional milestone – it’s a homecoming. The West Plains native officially began her duties on July 1 and has spent the past several weeks immersing herself in campus life, meeting with faculty, staff, students, and community leaders as she begins shaping the next chapter … [Read more...] about Zora Mulligan returns home to lead MSU-WP
Zora Mulligan to assume leadership role on July 1, 2025. Missouri State University has appointed Zora Mulligan as its next chancellor for the MSU-West Plains campus. Mulligan, who currently serves as the executive vice president of Missouri State, will begin the new role on July 1. “Zora has an impressive record of advancing higher education initiatives throughout … [Read more...] about Missouri State names new West Plains chancellor
After more than three decades of dedicated service to Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP), Chancellor Dr. Dennis Lancaster has announced his retirement, effective July 1, 2025. Lancaster’s career at MSU-WP has spanned multiple roles, each contributing to the growth and success of the campus. He first joined the university in 1990 as a per-course English and … [Read more...] about Dr. Dennis Lancaster Announces Retirement After More Than 30 Years of Service to Missouri State University-West Plains