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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

John, Dixie Williams receive Granvil Vaughan Founder’s Award

2025 May 12 by University Communications

In the spirit of those who established Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) over 60 years ago, campus officials presented John and Dixie Williams, West Plains, with the prestigious Granvil Vaughan Founder’s Award during Saturday’s commencement ceremony at the West Plains Civic Center. The award, named in honor of the campus’ founder, the late Missouri State Rep. … [Read more...] about John, Dixie Williams receive Granvil Vaughan Founder’s Award

Filed Under: News Releases Tagged With: Awards, Chancellor Dennis Lancaster, Commencement, Community, Granvil Vaughan Founder's Award, John and Dixie Williams

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

Dr. Karla Eslinger to speak at commencement May 10

2025 April 21 by University Communications

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

Filed Under: Academics, News Releases Tagged With: Commencement, Dr. Karla Eslinger

Nominations sought for honorary associate’s degree

2025 February 3 by University Communications

Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) are seeking nominations for an honorary associate’s degree. The degree will be awarded at the 2025 commencement ceremony at 2 p.m. May 10. It is designed to recognize and honor exceptional men and women who have given a substantial part of their lives to serving others and/or who have distinguished … [Read more...] about Nominations sought for honorary associate’s degree

Filed Under: Academics, News Releases Tagged With: Commencement, Honorary degree

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