Missouri State News
Alumni Association Online Community is open!
 The Online Community has been open since June 17th and we can’t wait for you to join this exclusive alumni network. Hundreds of Missouri State alumni are re-connecting with former classmates and long-lost friends, posting their resumes, writing Class Notes to share the good news about their career, relationships and additions to their families, and more. Best of all, it’s free! In the summer issue of Missouri State Magazine, we announced a grand opening drawing – we will be giving away $100 Missouri State Bookstore gift cards to five (5) Missouri State alumni who register for the Online Community before midnight on July 31st. What are you waiting for? Join today!
Supporters donate record-breaking amount to Missouri State University
For the first time in history, the Missouri State University Foundation topped the $15 million mark in Fiscal Year 2009, which ended June 30. As a result, students, faculty, academic departments and special activities will be the beneficiaries of another record fundraising year, despite the difficult economic climate. Read more…
President's Honor Roll recognizes public affairs commitment
 The Corporation for National and Community Service named Missouri State University to the 2008 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. This honor from the highest levels of government recognizes leadership in helping to build a culture of service and civic engagement on college campuses throughout the nation. Read more…
Nearly 200 grants funded despite sluggish economy
Despite a sluggish economy, Missouri State University received 196 grants in Fiscal Year 2009, which ended June 30. The grants generated $20,901,035 in additional resources for the university, according to the office of sponsored research and programs. The 196 grants represent an increase of 18 percent over last year’s awards. Read more…
Partnership with Phelps Center to enhance student learning
 Missouri State University is forming a cooperative partnership with the Phelps Center for Gifted Education of the Springfield R-12 Public Schools. This partnership will include a special relationship with the College of Education at Missouri State. Read more…
Ninth Annual Sifford Scramble planned for August 7
 Golfers are invited to register for this annual tournament in remembrance of Missouri State graduate, Chris Sifford, ’87, who lost his life in a plane accident in 2000. Family and friends established the Chris Sifford Memorial Foundation in 2001 to ensure that his memory lives on by providing scholarships for young people interested in careers in journalism or public service. This 4-person scramble tournament will be held at Eagle Knoll Golf Course in Hartsburg, Missouri (located between Jefferson City and Columbia) and begins at 11:00 a.m. with registration and lunch. Read more…
Pride Band to march in Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade
 The Missouri State Pride Band will travel to the windy city to appear in the annual Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade. This annual holiday tradition, featuring marching bands, colorful floats, huge character balloons and more, travels through downtown Chicago and will be televised live on WGN. Want to be there in person? Contact Karen Garrison at Great Southern Travel for group package arrangements. Read more...
Senior Class Gift 2008-09 begins new tradition
Each year the seniors select a special project to enhance the University and leave a legacy. The 2008-09 class chose to dedicate their gift to the new JQH Arena and is raising money to fund the three flag poles outside the main entrance as well as class flags created to fly at commencement. In the near future, a plaque recognizing their support will be placed at the flag pole display just outside the main entrance of JQH Arena. We would like to recognize the senior class of 2008-2009 for their gift to Missouri State University. Our thanks and appreciation are sent out to those who have helped contribute to the Senior Class Gift fund this year and to our alumni donors who are always supportive of Missouri State University. Again, thank you to all the students, alumni and friends that make a difference at Missouri State!
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The Missouri Valley Football Conference released its preseason all-conference team and preseason poll on July 20th at its annual Media Day festivities. Three Bears were named to the Missouri Valley Football Preseason Team, including Clay Harbor (Sr., TE, Dwight, Illinois), David Arkin (Jr., OG, Wichita, Kansas) and honorable mention selection Cody Kirby (Jr., QB, Rogers, Arkansas). 