A record number of presenters participated in Missouri State University-West Plains’ (MSU-WP) 14th annual Ozarks Studies Symposium Sept. 23-25 at the West Plains Civic Center. “We learned from a variety of scholars about many facets of the Ozarks, heard students discuss their research, took a tour of the Ozarks Heritage Resource Center, and listened as Ozark cultural … [Read more...] about Record number of presenters participate in Ozarks Studies Symposium
“Creation in the Ozarks” is the theme of the 14th annual Ozarks Studies Symposium set for Sept. 23-25 at the West Plains Civic Center. Hosted by Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP), the event celebrates various aspects of Ozarks culture and history through a variety of presentations and performances. Funding is provided by the West Plains Council on the Arts … [Read more...] about Ozarks Studies Symposium to focus on ‘Creation in the Ozarks’
Organizers of the annual Ozarks Studies Symposium hosted by Missouri State University-West Plains have canceled the 2020 event. This year’s symposium was set for Sept. 17-19 at the West Plains Civic Center. Dr. Jason McCollom, assistant professor of history and event coordinator, said two factors went into the decision to cancel this year’s event, and both involve … [Read more...] about Ozarks Studies Symposium canceled for 2020
When it comes to the Ozarks, perceptions don’t always reflect the truth. Presenters at this year’s Ozarks Studies Symposium shed some light on these differences during the free, three-day event Sept. 19-21 at the West Plains Civic Center. The event opened with a reception Sept. 19 at the civic center for area art teachers whose work was highlighted in an exhibit hosted by … [Read more...] about Ozarks Studies Symposium sheds light on faulty perceptions of the region
“The Ozarks in Reality and Imagination” is the theme of the 13th annual Ozarks Studies Symposium set for Sept. 19-21 at the West Plains Civic Center. Hosted by Missouri State University-West Plains, the event celebrates various aspects of Ozarks culture and history through a variety of presentations and performances. Funding is provided by the West Plains Council on the … [Read more...] about 13th annual Ozarks Studies Symposium set for Sept. 19-21