Missouri State University-West Plains has become very familiar territory for Douglas Cooley II. That’s one of the reasons the former student feels he will be able to relate to current students living in the campus’ residence halls. The Plato native has been hired as the campus’ new director of residence life. He began his duties June 1. “I like to think I bring a sense of … [Read more...] about Douglas Cooley II named residence life director
Several staff members at Missouri State University-West Plains were recognized for their years of service to the university during the annual Employee Recognition Luncheon Jan. 24 at the West Plains Civic Center. Awards are handed out annually to university employees who have reached one of the five-year milestones of service to the Missouri State University System. Those … [Read more...] about Several staff recognized for service to the university
Brenda Polyard, director of the University/Community Programs (U/CP) Department at Missouri State University-West Plains, has received a Staff Excellence in University Service Award. The award was presented during the annual Staff Service Awards program Wednesday, Jan. 8, at Missouri State University in Springfield. The award is given to full-time staff members “who have … [Read more...] about Brenda Polyard receives university service award
The first official event at Missouri State University-West Plains’ new amphitheater took place Sept. 6 when faculty and staff gathered at the new outdoor venue for a “Welcome Back” rally to celebrate the beginning of the fall semester. “It is fitting that our faculty and staff were the first to ‘experience’ the amphitheater and envision what type of activities can be held … [Read more...] about University opens amphitheater with faculty, staff event
Hometown: Moody, MO Currently Resides: West Plains, MO Occupation: Technology Support Specialist, Missouri State University-West Plains All Degrees: Associate of Arts in General Studies with an Emphasis in Computer Technology "My experience at Missouri State University-West Plains was life changing." Going off to college for the first time isn't just for recent high … [Read more...] about Spotlight: Heath Lair