Current Issue: Volume 16 - Number 8 - Oct. 25, 2001
Richard Massa named Pioneer Broadcaster, receives award
Richard Massa, professor emeritus, was presented with the 2001 Pioneer Broadcaster Award in a ceremony this morning in Webster Hall Auditorium. Richard W. Massa retired in 1999 as the director of the Institute of International Studies and head of the Department of Communications. During a 40-year career in higher education, he was actively involved in the development of a number of new programs at institutions where he taught, including the University of Missouri-Columbia, Truman State University, the University of Science and Arts for Oklahoma, and Mississippi State University for Women. Mr. Massa came to Missouri Southern in 1972 as an Associate Professor of Journalism and adviser to the college newspaper, The Chart. Almost immediately, he envisioned creating a Department of Communications, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications, a campus television station, and a campus radio station. Within a decade, all of his dreams would be realized. Mr. Massa was named the first director of the Institute of International Studies in 1996 and personally negotiated and finalized nine of the College's first 13 agreements with international universities. In 1997, he implemented the Pioneer Broadcaster Award. " It is only fitting that today, four years later, he be the recipient of this prestigious honor," said Jay Moorman, Communication. Southern Video Showcase Award presentation today Southern Video Showcase Awards will be presented to high school and junior high students will be presented at 12:30 p.m. following lunch in the Keystone room in Billingsly Student Center. This is the fifth year for the presentations, which note the video production efforts of students in local junior high and high schools. The awards are presented by KGCS-TV, which operates as a service of the Department of Communications, according to Ward Bryant and Judy Stiles, Communications.Kenny Endo booked for two performances
The Institute of International Studies is pleased to announce two upcoming performances by the Kenny Endo Taiko Ensemble in the Taylor Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m., and Friday, Nov. 2 at 10 a.m. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Kenny Endo began early training in western drums and percussion for performance with jazz, fusion, and classical artists. He discovered his roots through the Japanese taiko, and in 1975 began working with the San Francisco Taiko Dojo, a school of traditional Japanese drumming. Endo is the first foreigner to ever receive a "natori" (stage name) in Japanese classical drumming. The Nov. 1 performance will feature a 90-minute, high-energy concert comprised of original compositions including taiko, koto (Japanese zither), fue (bamboo flute), and other traditional Japanese instruments. The Nov. 2 performance will be a 50-minute lecture and demonstration of these fascinating instruments. Area schools, as well as the public, are invited to attend. To arrange group seating for the Nov. 2 event, please call (417) 625-9838. Friday is Faculty Development DayTomorrow, Friday, Oct. 26, is Faculty Development Day. Classes are not scheduled so that faculty can have time to learn and reflect on their teaching. Am morning general session will be held from 9 a.m-12 noon Connor Ballroom BSC. Featured speaker, Barbara Millis, will speak on Creating a Learning Framework within Your Own Classroom. After lunch on your own Discipline-Oriented Breakout Sessions begin from 1:30 p.m.- 3 p.m. They include:
- Allied Health/ Kinesiology: Matthews Hall 111 Facilitators: Grace Ayton, Pat Lipira, and Tia Strait.
- Communications/English:
Matthews Hall 203 facilitators: Bryan Vescio, Karolyn Yocum, and
Cristobal Sartori.
- Fine Arts/Education:
Billingsly Student Center 314 facilitators: Jay Fields, Al
Carnine, and Deb Pulliam.
- Math/Science/Computers/CADD/CAMT:
Matthews Hall 306. facilitators: Richard Laird, Dorothy Bay,
Michael Garoutte, and Jack Oakes.
- School of Business: Matthews Hall 213. facilitators: Scott Cragin and Jill SmithSocial Science/Psychology/Criminal Justice: BSC 313. facilitators: Ree Wells and Gwen Murdock
International Film Festival to Feature Swedish Film
Torment, the prize winning film from veteran director Alf Sjoberg, will be shown at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30 in Matthews Hall Auditorium. This is the 4th program in the International Film Festival presented by the Missouri Southern Film Society. Financial assistance is provided by the Missouri Arts Council and the Institute of International Studies. Torment, which was scripted by Ingmar Bergman, is a compelling indictment of the authoritarianism in education that occurred in 1940's Sweden. Season tickets, which may be purchased in the BSC Ticket Office, are $10 for adults and $7 for senior citizens and students. Single admission is $1.50 for adults and $1 for senior citizens and students. Call (417) 625-9366 for more information.
Program focuses on healthcare in Japan
The Nursing Honor Society will present a special program titled The Japanese Healthcare Experience from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 2, 2001 in Mills Anderson Auditorium of the Criminal Justice Center. Presenters are Dr. S. Fletcher and Ms. D. Barnhart, faculty from Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana. The presentation is being provided as part of activities surrounding "The Japan Semester." Admission is free. A $15 fee will be assessed for those wishing to receive continuing education credit. For more information, contact the Nursing Dept. at MSSC at ext. 9322.Halloween at McCormick Hall
Children deserve the costumes, treats and fun of Halloween night without the hazards of fast cars and unsafe treats. To help make Halloween night a fun and enjoyable experience for kids, McCormick Hall invites young children to join the fun at the College's annual "Safe Halloween" event. The fun will begin at 6 p.m. and will wrap up at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31. Children will play games, show off their costumes and trick or treat with the assistance of tour guides in McCormick Hall. The Residence Hall Association and AmeriServe Food Management sponsor the Halloween party. Those wanting more information should contact the McCormick Hall Office at ext. 4190Hughes exhibit on display at Drury
A fantasy world of amazing wooden creatures born of the 19th century technology and high-tech apparatus opened in early October at the Cox Gallery at Drury College in Springfield. The exhibit is the work of sculptor Dewane Hughes, Art. Dewane uses wood and traditional tools to create a mad galaxy of techno-form sculpture that evokes strange and wonderful organisms.The exhibit is scheduled to run through Tuesday, Oct. 30. For more information, contact Dewane Hughes at ext. 9735 or Nick Kyle at ext. 3045.Health Resource Fair slated for next Tuesday
The 7th annual Health Resource Fair will be held Tuesday, Oct. 30 on the Third floor of Billingsly Student Center. The fair, open to educators, health professionals and the community at large, provides resources and assessments to enhance health education and personal wellness. The fair is being held in conjunction with the annual MSSC Student Health Fair. Informational and interactive booths, Alcohol 101, and health screenings including personal fitness assessments, cholesterol screenings, and blood pressure measurements will be provided free this year to MSSC students. The Department of Kinesiology, Campus Recreation, Student Support Center, Campus Wellness and Kinesiology Club sponsor the annual event. For more information contact Sheri Beeler at ext. 9544.CBHE recommendations noted at Regent meeting
The MSSC Board of Regents discussed the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education (CBHE) recent funding recommendations during the Board's regular meeting on Friday, Oct. 19. Last week the CBHE recommended the base funding for Missouri Southern be increased by $2.3 million over two years in an effort to bring the College closer to its state and national peer institutions. "It's a good start," College President, Julio León, stated, "and we expressed our thanks to the CBHE but we are still behind." The recommendation represents 90 percent of the funding it would take to move the college to the national average but to reach the average, an additional $5.4 million in base funding would be necessary.Nancy Smith nominated for Governor's Award
Nancy Smith, Assistant Dean of the School of Education and head of the Teacher Education Department, is the College's nominee for the Governor's Award for Excellence in Teaching. Nominees will be recognized at the Governor's Conferenc eon Higher Education Dec. 6 in Kansas City. Selection is based upon effective teaching, effective advising, service to the college community, commitment to high standards of excellence and success in nurturing student achivement. Dr. Smith joined the faculty in 1991 and has headed the Teacher Education Department since 1995.
Law Enforcement Academy day classes begin in January
Missouri Southern's 600-Hour State Certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy will begin day classes as of Jan. 14, 2002, according to Wayne Thomason, Academy Director. Upon successful completion of the Academy, eligible students will be certified by the Missouri Department of Public Safety as Peace Officers in the state of Missouri. The Day Academy will be offered Jan.14 through May 16. Those taking part receive training in Missouri criminal statutes, constitutional law, criminal investigation, patrol techniques, defense tactics training, physical training, firearms training and other skills and abilities deemed necessary by the state for Missouri law enforcement officers.Choirs, singers sought for Handel's Messiah
Up to 300 voices, accompanied by a full orchestra, will perform one of the world's most beloved holiday choral works, Handel's Messiah, Tuesday, Dec. 11 in Taylor Performing Arts Center. Four gifted musicians from across the U.S., including Carol Chapman, Music will sing the beautiful arias. Bud Clark, Music, says those wanting to join should attend the first rehearsal in Room 208 in the Music Building from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 4. Rehearsals after that will be conducted from 2-4 p.m.each remaining Sunday in November and on Sunday, Dec. 9. The final rehearsal, at 6:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 10. will include the full orchestra. Persons wanting additional information may contact Bud Clark at ext. 9562. Safety and Security Department Goes High Tech! Safety and Security package is now included in the College's www.mssu.edu website. Students, parents, faculty/staff, etc., can access this site to find out about services offered by this department. They can read the mission statement to determine the purpose for Safety and Security on campus. Visitors can learn how to protect themselves by reading the section on "date rape drugs" and the Substance Abuse Policy. They can even check out the crime stats for MSSC for the past three years. There is a final section highlighting links to related sites. Special thank yous go to Rod Surber, Public Information and Jessica Head, Student Employee in the P.I. Department, for making the addition a reality. Iranian Film next in Foreign Film series The fourth video feature of the year in the Contemporary Foreign Film series, The Mirror (Iran, 1997, 95 min.), will be shown at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, Webster 105. Facets says of the film: "A young girl becomes lost in the hustle and bustle of Tehran, but the spirit of childhood takes over as guide when the charming little actress playing the girl decides she has had enough of the role. The film is free and open to the public. Come and get your phone bookRae Surber, Switchboard, says new Southwestern Bell phone books are in. Employees needing books can obtain them by coming to the switchboard office in Room 107, Hearnes Hall. Old phone books can be discarded.
Microsoft Access Workshop scheduled The Management Development Institute offers a 30% discount to MSSC employees on computer software workshops at MSSC. The next class scheduled is Introduction to Microsoft Access from 8:45-4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27 in Room 303, Matthews Hall. This workshop provides an introductory examination of this powerful Microsoft Office Windows environment database. Emphasis will be placed on helping those who take part create databases, design input forms, generate and print output reports, and save reports. Payment in advance: $75. For assistance in registration, please call ext. 3128.
FACULTY/STAFF NOTES
Ann Marlowe, English, attended the Arkansas Philosophical Association convention and presented a paper on the major novels of Charles Brockden Brown and chaired a session.Sigma Tau Delta (the English Honor Society) will hold a fundraiser for the semester Nov. 12-13. A book sale will take place outside Hearnes Hall, weather permitting, the first day. On the second day the sale will be held in the 2nd Floor of the BSC from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Doris Walters, English, serves as the group's faculty sponsor.
The English Department is offering a Writing Placement Exam: at 2 p.m., Wednesday Nov. 14 p.m. in Room 209, Hearnes Hall. Please let any of your students,who have not taken a composition class know about this testing date. Results will be available the next day. For more information contact Doris Walters, English, at ext. 9644
