Current Issue: Volume 21 - Number 19 - June 15, 2006
How do you get to Carnegie Hall?
Join the Missouri Southern International Piano Competition (MSIPC) trip to New York City to attend the Carnegie Hall debut for 2006 Grand Prize Winner, Tatiana Tessman, on Oct. 9.
You won’t even have to practice!
The dates are Friday, Oct. 6 to Tuesday, Oct. 10. Details are still being finalized, but the cost will include round-trip air fare from Springfield, ground transportation between the hotel and the airport, hotel accommodations, a brunch, a Broadway show and/or a river cruise, and of course, the Carnegie Hall Recital and reception.
If you are interested in taking part, please contact the MSIPC office at (417) 625-9755 or e-mail: msipc@mssu.edu.
We will send you complete information and the reservation form ASAP.
You don’t want to miss autumn in New York!
Spring 2006 Deans' List released
The Deans' List has been released for the spring 2006 semester.
The Deans from Missouri Southern’s four Schools (Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Education and Technology) recognized 704 full-time students who earned a grade point average of 3.75 or above on a 4.0 scale.
A total of 448 students earned recognition for earning a perfect. 4.0 grade point average.
The students qualified for the honor by earning the required GPA while being enrolled in 12 or more hours of credit courses.
Students on the Deans' List are listed at www.mssu.edu/news/spring2006deanslist.htm.
Alumni projects benefit Mansion restoration
 |
Alumni and friends of Missouri Southern State University are being invited to take part in the restoration of the Mission Hills Mansion on the MSSU campus.
The Spanish-motif Mansion, built in the 1920s, is the oldest building on the Missouri Southern campus. Originally the home of a Joplin mining executive, the structure included a number of novel features including a 62-foot-long tunnel and ornate gold leaf gates purchased from the William Randolph Hearst estate. Later it provided a home for classrooms and offices at Missouri Southern.
Lee Elliff Pound, Alumi Director, says a planned Alumni Courtyard will serve as the location for receptions, pre-game tailgate parties and other outdoor events for alumni, faculty, staff and friends.
The Missouri Southern Alumni Association is offering $100 or $500 engraved bricks or $1,000 engraved plaques to become part of the planned Alumni Courtyard of the restored Mansion. Several options are available for those wanting to assist with the renovation project:
- For a $100 tax-deductible contribution, up to three lines of up to 15 characters per line can be included on a premium quality 4” x 8” brick. Each engraved character will be filled with black epoxy for legibility.
- For a $500 tax-deductible contribution, up to six lines of 15 characters per line or a company logo can be included on an 8” x 8” brick.
- For a $1,000 (payable over five years) tax-deductible contribution names can be marked on a weather-resistant bronze plaque to be permanently mounted on the Alumni Courtyard.
“It’s a great way to remember a loved one, acknowledge a student organization or honor a family legacy,” Pound says. “We hope that our alumni and friends will take this opportunity to leave their mark at Missouri Southern in a very important way."
All contributions are tax-deductible. Pound says anyone who assists the effort in this way will be invited to a special open house upon the completion of the Mission Hills Mansion. Those wanting to purchase a plaque or bricks should respond no later than Oct. 1, 2006.
For more information, contact the Missouri Southern State University Alumni Association at (417) 625-9355 or e-mail alumniassoc@mssu.edu.
Fresh Start sessions scheduled
The Fresh Start summer orientation and enrollment program is designed both to assist students with enrolling in classes for the fall semester and to ensure a positive introduction to the Missouri Southern State University campus community.
First-time freshmen will be assigned one of the Fresh Start dates in June and July. Dates this week included Tuesday, June 13 and Wednesday, June14.
Monday through Wednesday sessions will also be held June 19, 20 & 21 and again on July 17, 18, & 19. An evening session will take place the night of July 10. Activities primarily will take place in Matthews Hall and Billingsly Student Center.
During Fresh Start, students will be involved in the following activities:
- Writing Assessment (Placement Test for First Semester English Class
- Small Group Session with a Fresh Start Student Leader
- Small Group Session with Academic Dean
- Enrollment for Fall 2006 Classes
- Campus/Residence Hall Tour (Optional)
Along with the student program, programs will be held specifically for families and guests. Sessions will include such information as: financial aid and account billing; residence life; family and the freshman year; campus health services; academics at MSSU; what happens to MSSU graduates; enrollment for fall 2006 classes; and feedback from current MSSU students.
Those wanting more information should contact Holley Goodnight, Coordinator of New Student Programs, at (417) 625-9324 or should e-mail goodnight-h@mssu.edu.
Students also may contact the Admissions Department at (417) 625-9378.
Newsmakers to focus on Tri State Water Coalition
An upcoming edition of the television program Newsmakers will feature Bob Williams of Carthage Water & Electric,Tri-State Water Resource Coalition.
This program focuses on the regional challenge of adequate water supplies. It looks at the role of the Tri-State Water Resource Coalition in assessing the problem and developing potential solutions.
Water levels continue to drop in the area, with increased development and ongoing drought. The coalition consists of representatives from regional communities, utility companies and business concerned about future water supplies. Williams points out that despite the rains of late spring, the region will continue to face water supply challenges this summer and into the future.
Judy Stiles, KGCS-TV General Manager, hosts the program.
The program will air on three area television stations. It will be shown at 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 9, at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 10 and at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 12 on KGCS-TV. It will be shown again at 5:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 15 on KOAM-TV and again at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, July 16 on KOZJ TV.
KGCS airs on Joplin/Webb city cable channel 7, UHF channel 57 and Mediacom channel 77. The station is a service of the Communication Department of Missouri Southern State University
Mrs. Arkansas visits with Coalition members
 |
This year the MSSU Students Coalition Against Child Abuse assisted the Missouri Division of Social Services at Boomtown Days. The group provided over 854 toys for event prizes and helped get quite a few good people signed up to be foster parents and respite providers.
JJ Spurlin, Criminal Justice, says the Coalition received many thank yous from the children's services division and we got to network with quite a few new organizations who would be interested in seeing the Coalition at their events so please be looking for those coming soon.
While at Boomtown Days Mrs. Arkansas United States, Mandy Thomas, met with Coalition president Elizabeth Fry and expressed her support for the organization and her hope to visit with more members in the future.
If anyone is interested in joining the Coalition are encouraged to contact scaca@mssu.
KGCS wins honors from Missouri Broadcasting Association
KGCS-TV has received a “Certificate of Merit” from the Missouri Broadcasters Association for the 2006 competition for the production of Public Service Announcements. The PSA, “Stay in School,” featured MSSU graduate and astronaut Janet Kavandi. It competed against PSAs produced by television stations in “Class III Markets,” identified as those outside of St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield and Cape Girardeau.
“We’re proud to have received this state-wide recognition,” says Judy Stiles, KGCS General Manager. The spot was produced by KGCS Creative Services Director Bill Hunt, in coordination with the Public Information office at Missouri Southern.
The award plaque received from the Missouri Broadcasters states, “Missouri Broadcasters Association proudly awards this certificate of merit for superior effort in production and presentation in the above category during the last year helping to foster and promote the development of the broadcasting profession.
KGCS-TV operates as a service of the Department of Communication at Missouri Southern State University. Programming appears on UHF channel 57, Cable One channel 7 and Mediacom channel 77.
Rape Aggression Defense training sessions scheduled.
Statistics compiled by Ms. Magazine show one out of every four college women polled have been sexually assaulted. Somewhere in America, a woman is sexually assaulted every two minutes, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
The Rape Aggression Defense (R..A.D.) System is a program of realistic, self-defense tactics and techniques. A comprehensive course for women, R.A.D. begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training.
Courses are taught by a certified R.A.D. instructor. Participants are provided with a workbook/reference manual. The growing, widespread acceptance of this system, taught at many colleges and universities, results from the ease, simplicity and effectiveness of tactics, solid research, legal defensibility, and unique teaching methods.
The Rape Aggression Defense System is dedicated to teaching women defensive concepts and techniques against various types of assault, by utilizing easy, effective and proven self-defense/martial arts tactics. This system of realistic defense will provide a woman with the knowledge to make an educated decision about resistance. Safety and survival in today's world requires a definite course of action.
The Program consists of 12 hours of training, which is broken down into four 3-hour blocks. Participants will receive education and physical hands-on training. Classes will meet at 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., June 15, June 20, July 13 and July 20 (all Thursday evenings).
All classes will be held in the Room 146 (gymnasium) of the Criminal Justice Building on the MSSU campus. Classes are free (totally underwritten by MSSU) For more information or to register for R.A.D. classes, e-mail Ken Kennedy, Public Safety, at kennedy-k@mssu.edu.
SAA Membership Discount Card
Student Alumni Association (SAA) membership discount cards are available for purchase at a cost of $10 each. These cards will be available for purchase to any MSSU Alumni, Faculty, Staff, or Friends. Discounts on the card include the following:
* Domino's Pizza (Both Joplin locations) - buy one regular price, get one free
* Sonic (Joplin & Webb City) - buy regular burger, get one free
* Underground Paint Ball - buy one admission, get one free
* Timberline Steakhouse & Grill - $5 off with any two entrees
* Carl Richard Bowling Centers - 1 free game with one paid game
* Blimpie - buy any 6" sub & med drink, get 6" sub free
* Babe's (7th & Duquesne) - buy regular malt/shake, get one free
* Carousel Park - free unlimited golf with purchase of ride bracelet or go-karts
* Tropical Tan - $2 off any single tan
* Gelato Primo - 10% off entire order
* Candy House - $2 off any purchase of $10 (both Joplin locations)
* MSSU Bookstore - 25% off any Southern blanket (one time only)
For information, contact the MSSU Alumni Association office at 625-9355.
LioNet Update
MSSU will go live with LioNet for Finance on July 1.
Sandi Gieson, LioNet Project Manager, says all faculty and staff are required to attend LioNet 100 - Basic Navigation as a prerequisite for any other class.
If you perform general finance functions (general ledger, budget, creating requisitions, approving requisitions, etc) in the system you must attend training before you will be given your LioNet log-on.
Finance training is divided into several classes. Your job duties may determine which classes you will need to take. You may need only FI 101 if you approve but do not request requisitions. The training for approving requisitions will be announced later. You must have completed the prerequisites of LioNet 100 and FI 101 before you can attend approval training.
"There will not be another opportunity for training until later in the summer," Sandi says, "So please sign up for one of the sessions now."
For more information call Nancy Parrish, Human Resources, at ext 9527.
Women's Leadership Conference:
Navigating Your Way to Survive in the Business World
Whether you are an entrepreneur, manager, or just starting in your career, this conference can help women enhance their professional leadership skills. The featured speakers include Paula Hartzell and Nancy Hutson. Paula will talk about the scientific principle of navigation during “crunch periods” and how to deal with stress levels so women can “successfully navigate” and survive in the business world. Nancy Hutson will discuss "It Ain't What It Was" and address the need to recognize the constant change in leadership, especially with women, and how women need to hire and surround themselves with great people.
Paula Hartzell M.D., P.C., is a Professional Development Trainer. As a 1982 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, she served seven years as a Naval Flight Officer and leadership instructor at the Naval Academy. She has seen lifestyle changes dramatically improve the health of patients while practicing as a family physician. Her programs include leadership training, conflict resolution and improving personal efficiency.
Nancy Hutson is a Christian businesswoman, who operates her company, Shining Star Ministries, Inc. She and her husband also own Cycle Connection Harley-Davidson/Buell, as well as Sprouts Soup and Garden Bar. Along with her dealings with employees and customers, she delivers messages that inspire and motivate.
Join in this afternoon of training and networking. Presented in partnership with the MSSU Small Business Development Center and the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Small Business Council.
Date: June 29 (Thursday) 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Place: Cornell Auditorium, Matthews Hall, Room 201
Cost: Payment in advance: $50
Karen Bradshaw, SBDC, says to register for the workshop, call the SBDC at (417) 625-3128 (campus ext. 3128).
Recital June 15 on campus
The MSSU Music Department invites you to the Senior Piano Recital forAlison Hasselquist, senior music major from Webb City. The recital will be held at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, June 15 in Webster Hall Auditorium.
A reception will follow in the Webster Auditorium lobby. This recital is free of charge and open to the public.
Delores Honey, Asst. Vice President for Assessment & Institutional Research, is attending a retreat in Washington, D.C. on June 14 - 15 for the American Council on Education (ACE) Network Executive Board for the Office of Women in Higher Education (OWHE). This national board advises the staff of the OWHE and served as liaisons to state organizations of the ACE-Network. Delores serves as the liaison for Missouri, Arkansas and Louisiana. The organization provides professional development opportunities to women in higher education.
An essay by Allen Merriam, Communication, "Words and Numbers: Mathematical Dimensions of Rhetoric," originally published in 1990 in The Southern Communication Journal, has been posted as a featured article on Michael Eck's website, www.threes.com
An essay by Art Saltzman, English, titled "The Runner's Anxiety at the Finish Line," will appear in the June 2006 issue of Pif Magazine.
Stephen Smith, Public Information, and songwriting and singing partner Larry Carsten recently performed at the Gateway Creamery in Joplin.
For Sale: Well made, sturdy and in good condition: Contemporary living room suite, matching sofa, loveseat and chair, with multi-colored abstract pattern. Asking $250 for the set or best offer. Call ext. 9504 or e-mail Gwen Murdock, Psychology, for a picture of each item.
For Sale: 1997 Acura RL, 78,500 miles, leather interior, heated power seats, loaded, $8,900. Call ext 9565.
FSBO: 1012 North Sergeant in Joplin, $125,000 Classic Roanoke charmer with 1726 square feet of living area. Great neighborhood! 1 ½ story home with 3-4 bedrooms and 1 ½ bathrooms, living and dining rooms, sun room and separate utility room. Eating area in kitchen. Large unfinished basement providing unlimited storage. 2 car detached garage (1 bay exits into alley). Hardwood floors. Large deck overlooking backyard 4 blocks from Columbia Elementary School Shown by appointment. Call (417) 624-0439 or 540-9381.
For Sale: Piano - 1982 Story & Clark console piano in excellent condition. Pecan finish, $1400. Contact: (417) 649-6700.
