Current Issue: Volume 22 - Number 11 - October 13, 2006
Homecoming Royalty announced at noon today
Alumni, students and friends of Missouri Southern are making preparations for Homecoming 2006. This year's Homecoming has a Come One, Come All! theme. Individual activities include the following;
Friday, October 13
- 10:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. --All Campus Picnic sponsored by CAB on the Oval. Free to Missouri Southern students with I.D. and is open to family members and the public at a cost of $5 per person.
- 12 noon -- Homecoming King and Queen announced during today's picnic on the Oval.
- 5:30 p.m. -- The All Alumni Reception/Robert W. Plaster School of Business Administration Reunion, Joplin Ramada Inn. There is no charge to attend the reception which will feature hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Business attire is recommended.
- 7 p.m., Awards Dinner, also at the Ramada Inn. Admission to the dinner is $16 for Association members or $18 for non-members. Business attire is recommended and reservations are required. The Awards Dinner will honor the 2006 Outstanding Alumni, 2006 Lion Hearted recipient, 2006 Hall of Fame Inductees, 2005-06 Outstanding Professors, 2006 Governor’s Award recipient, and 2005 Superior Service recipients. The event will feature the musical group “Southern Exposure." Call (417) 625-9355 for information.
- 5 p.m., Men's Soccer game against West Texas A & M.
- 7 p.m., Women's Soccer game against CMSU at Boden Field.
- 7:30 p.m., Outdoor Movie sponsored by Residence Hall Association and Campus Activities Board at on McCormick Hall Lawn.
Saturday, October 14
- 9 a.m. -- The Hall of Fame Brunch recognizes the 2006 Hall of Fame Inductees, Outstanding Alumni and Lion Hearted Recipient. The location is 3rd Floor Connor Ballroom, Billingsly Student Center, MSSU campus. Register at 9 a.m. for the 9:30 a.m. brunch. The cost is $8 per person for Association members or $10 for non-members.
- 11:30 a.m., Homecoming Parade will be held on the MSSU Campus. The public is invited to attend.
- 12 noon, Campus Activities Board/Zimmer Tailgate, Fred G. Hughes Stadium.
- 2 p.m., Homecoming football game against Missouri Western State University. Royalty coronation held at halftime.
Those wanting more information on Homecoming activities should contact the Alumni Association at (417) 625-9355 or the Campus Activities Board Office at (417) 625-9346.
Gockel Symposium Tuesday, Oct. 24
The Institute of International Studies at Missouri Southern State University will present The Harry and Berniece Gockel International Symposium on Tuesday, Oct. 24 at MSSU. The Symposium will include morning and evening addresses. The theme for the 2006 Symposium is France and the U.S.: Friends and Foes in Global Change.
Harry and Berniece Gockel were among the most beloved members of the Missouri Southern family. As a faculty member, Harry Gockel's career spanned the history of the University itself; he came to Joplin Junior College in 1939 and retired from Missouri Southern in 1972. Together the Gockels traveled the world. They left an estate which, after their deaths, provided funds for the University to hold an annual symposium, the first of which was held in 1997.
The Gockel Symposium is the centerpiece of the current “France Semester” at Missouri Southern. It is free and open to the public.
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* The morning address, beginning at 9:30 a.m. in Taylor Performing Arts Center, is "The République Fractured: How the French Deal With Global Influence.” The speaker for the session will be Jean-Benoît Nadeau, author of the popular book Sixty Million Frenchmen Can’t Be Wrong.
Why did thousands of disenfranchised youths, mostly from France’s African ethnic community, protest a seemingly-sensible law to help reform in the labor market as recently as this spring? Combining historical analyses with his own observations, Nadeau will discuss this issue and explain what issues are considered “hot” by the French -- from the question of “integrating” minorities to France’s place in the European Union, anti-Americanism, and the incursion of English-- and why France still matters to the world.
Jean-Benoît Nadeau and his wife, Julie Barlow, are among the rare journalists who write for Canadian, American, and European publications in both English and French. They are award-winning contributors to Quebec’s national news magazine L’actualité, and their writing has appeared in The Christian Science Monitor, The International Herald Tribune, and the Courrier international.
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* The evening discussion, beginning at 7 p.m., will include two addresses in Webster Hall Auditorium. The first, “Le Divorce ou la Conciliation? France and America in a Screwball Comedy of Remarriage,” will be delivered by Dr. Michael Mosher. Dr. Mosher, chair of the political science department at the University of Tulsa, teaches European politics with a special emphasis on France (as well as on the politics of Japan).
Even before the millennium, one could speculate about the impending spiritual divorce between the U.S. and France. There may be something about the American and French peoples that defeats reconciliation, something in their different circumstances or something in their differences of spirit.
A visiting professor at Yale in 1995 and in 1999-2000, Dr. Mosher was a member of the School of Social Science at the Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton from1998-99 where he focused on the issue of globalization in France and Japan. Most recently he has been a visiting scholar at Centre d’Études et de Recherches Internationales (CERI), part of the Fondation Nationale des Sciences Politiques (or “Sciences-Po”) in Paris.
* The second address of the evening, "Why France Remains Influential,” will be delivered by Canadian author Jean-Benoît Nadeau, author of the popular book Sixty Million Frenchmen Can’t Be Wrong.
Nadeau explains some of the reasons “France still matters,” from French diplomacy and the culture of rhetoric, to France's attitude toward power, the lure of their language, the role of the State and view of Europe. According to Nadeau, the French are the “Americans of Europe,” which explains what he feels is the almost constant and false insistence on their decline.
A question and answer session, conducted by moderator Christie L. Cathey, Psychology, will follow both the morning and evening presentations.
For more information visit: /www.mssu.edu/france/symposium-am.htm for information about the morning Symposium. For information about the evening session, visit www.mssu.edu/france/symposium-pm.htm.
Southern Theatre presents The Lark next week
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The play The Lark, written by Jean Anoulh and adapted by Lillian Helman, will be presented Oct. 17-21 at the Bud Walton Theatre. James Lile, Theatre, directs this presentation which is part of activities surrounding the “France Semester” at MSSU.
This is the story of Joan of Arc, rooted in the Middle Ages yet rendered as vibrantly relevant as next week’s headlines. The Maid of Orléans spoke fearlessly in her own time and she still has much to say in ours. The New York Times described The Lark as “…a memorable picture of a moment that is immortal in history and exalting on the stage.”
Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. each evening. Tickets may be reserved in person in the lobby of Taylor Auditorium or by calling the box office at (417) 625-3190 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.
No refunds or exchanges will be given. Ticket prices are as follows: Admission is free to students, faculty and staff. Tickets cost $3 for adults in the community and $1 for senior citizens and high school students.
Requests for accommodations related to a disability need to be made to Terri Spencer, Theatre, at (417) 625-9393 at least 72 hours before the program.
Godard's Masculin feminin to show next Tuesday night.
Activities next week as part of the France Semester include the showing of a classic French film. The International Film Series will present Masculin feminin at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 17 at Cornell Auditorium in Plaster Hall (formerly Matthews Hall).
This is a memorable tale of adolescence, sexuality, and political protest in the dynamic context of the 60s “generation of Marx and Coca-Cola,” directed by Jean-Luc Godard. Admission is free. For information, contact Harrison Kash at (417) 625-9614.
For more information about other France Semester activities, visit www.mssu.edu/france/ on the worldwide web or call Chad Stebbins, Institute of International Studies, at (417) 625-9736.
Carthage Maple Leaf Bike Ride
The Carthage Maple Leaf Bike ride will take place on Saturday, Oct. 14. Proceeds will benefit Ruby Jack Trail. All types of bicycles are welcome, including recumbents.
Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Kellogg Lake Pavilion, located one mile east of Carthage on Highway 96. Start time is 8:30 a.m. Registration is $20 for the 15-mile ride and $30 for the 30, 50 and 70 mile rides. Family rates of $65 include parents and children under age 16. For complete information, check out http://www.joplintrailscoalition.org/maple_leaf_bike_ride.htm.
Don’t miss the Kids’ Safety Rodeo, including tips on bicycle safety and ride around Kellogg Lake. Also on Oct. 14, don't miss the Carthage Maple Leaf Eat Out from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m at Kellogg Lake Pavilion. Bring a lawn chair and help cheer the riders in from the Carthage Maple Leaf Bike Ride. Choose from burgers and hotdogs for only $5.50 ($4.50 with paid ride registration).
For more information contact Christine Murphey (417) 358-5070 or Chip Curtis (417) 625-9714.
MSIPC on "Good Morning America"
In case you missed "Good Morning, America" on ABC-TV Monday morning, 88.7KXMS has posted a wide-screen HD clip of the appearance of the appearance of a team of Missouri Southern International Piano Competition representatives in New York City.
The clip is accessible by visiting http://www.mssu.edu/kxms/kxmshome.htm
While the file is large, the clip is short and requires Real Player Video or Windows Media Player for viewing.
Debate Team Takes Part in Mule Classic
Missouri Southern State University Speech and Debate Squad recently competed in the Annual University of Central Missouri Mule Classic Oct. 6-8 in Warrensburg, Mo. A total of 27 tournament debaters from 21 colleges and universities representing five states.
At the tournament, Mary Easley, freshman from Neosho and Cody Snyder, sophomore, from Neosho qualified for elimination rounds. Easley compiled a 4-2 record and was the seventh seed heading into elimination rounds where she went all the way to the final before losing to a debater from McKendree College of Lebanon, Ill. Snyder was the tournament’s top seed at 6-0, but lost in the quarterfinal round to a debater from Washburn University. Both Snyder and Easley won individual speaker awards, finishing second and sixth respectively.
Kelly Larson, Forensics Director, says MSSU’s Forensics program has qualified their first two debaters for the NFA Lincoln Douglas debate championships to be held in April at Berry College in Atlanta, Ga. The team will travel next week to Creighton University to attend the Double-Up classic in Omaha, Neb.
Grad Expo provides "one stop shop"
Missouri Southern’s Grad Expo is slated for 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-6 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 25 on the first floor of the Billingsly Student Center. The event provides a great opportunity for seniors to look for jobs and talk to representatives from graduate schools while picking up a wide variety of items needed for graduation.
The Expo will provide graduates a one stop shop to take care of pre-graduation needs. Students can pick up caps and gowns, get help with resumes and cover letters, reserve diploma frames, order announcements, receive information from the MSSU Alumni Association and talk directly or schedule a meeting with representatives from the Financial Aids, Career Services and the Southern Business Office.
Popcorn, cake and refreshments will be available. Those with questions may contact Liz Scheurich, Bookstore, at (417) 625-3035
"From Paris to the World" will be held Nov. 2 -3 at Missouri Southern
"From Paris to the World" is slated for Nov. 2-3 at MSSU. A wide variety of speakers are scheduled. For details--which may be modified in coming weeks, visit http://www.mssu.edu/france/world.htm. All sessions except for the luncheon will be held in the 4th floor Faculty Reading Room of Spiva Library.
Although the registration fee for conference participants is $100. All sessions are open to Missouri Southern faculty, staff, and students at no charge. Registration can be made at a special desk in Spiva Library on Nov. 2-3. Unlike other France semester activities, it would not be appropriate to bring entire classes to conference sessions.
MSSU faculty may also wish to attend the banquet on Thursday, Nov. 2 at 5 p.m. in the Spiva Gallery of MSSU and the luncheon on November 3 at noon in Phinney Recital Hall. There is a $25 charge for the banquet and $10.25 cost for the luncheon. Those interested in attending should submit checks made out to MSSU to Sharen Brown, International Studies (WH-352), by Oct. 23. Seating will be limited, so please reserve seats as soon as possible.
"We are excited to add an academic conference to the activities of Missouri Southern’s themed semesters," say William Kumbier, English, and Paul Teverow, History. "We hope that it will add to the prestige of our international mission. We hope you will be able to attend some of the conference sessions."
Girl Scout Executives to appear on Newsmakers
An upcoming edition of the public affairs program Newsmakers will focus on the Ozark Area Girl Scout Council. The program is hosted by Judy Stiles, KGCS. Stiles will talk to Ilene Bates and Katrina Farmer, Chief Executive Officers of the Ozark Area Girl Scout Council.
Efforts are underway to recruit girls and volunteers for the new school year. Guests discuss membership, programs and opportunities for girls, and the local council. They also discuss a major restructuring planned by the national organization, consolidating councils throughout the country – and how it will affect the local group.
The program will air at 5:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 16 and Wednesday, Oct. 18 on KGCS-TV. It will also air at 5:30 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 21 on KOAM-TV and again at 12:30 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 22 on KOZJ Public Television.
Coalition holds Safety Fest at Mall
The Missouri Southern Coalition Against Child Abuse conducted its first annual Safety Fest all day Thursday, Oct. 5 at the Northpark Mall in Joplin. The organization conducted 205 fingerprints on the area children. The coalition also lined up other organizations to participate with the event.
A special thanks goes to JPD, JFD, children's services of Jasper County, Eagle Med, METS, Freeman emergency nurses, Children's Haven, Mrs. Missouri United States 2005 (Tina York), Mrs. Lee's Summit 2006 (Lori Smith), Mrs. Webb City 2006 (Jessica Coates) and even Freddie the Fire Truck who all came out and helped.
Faculty sponsor JJ Spurlin, Criminal Justice, says "This is just one of many things the coalition is doing in the community as a continued and tireless outreach approach." Commerce Bank donated bags for the kids to take their prizes home in.
Breast Cancer Awareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and the ZTA Sorority on campus is sponsoring a presentation by Karen Wells, Ph.D. at 2 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 26 in Room 106 of Webster Hall. This is an informative session on the awareness and risks of breast cancer today.
Mike Kennedy, Biology, says: "Dr. Wells is the training coordinator with the Freeman Cancer Institute in Joplin. She is an engaging and informative speaker and we are hoping for a really good turnout. Please join us if you can."
Blue Railroad Train on KGCS
KGCS-TV will present a recording of the Oct. 2 performance at Missouri Southern State University by the group “Blue Railroad Train.” The program will air at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18.
The internationally known band features an American veteran bluegrass player and four top French musicians who share a common passion for traditional bluegrass and country music. KGCS-TV may be viewed locally on UHF channel 57, on Cable One channel 7 and Mediacom channel 77.
MOSERS Seminar next Tuesday This is a reminder that a two-session MOSERS seminar is scheduled for Oct.17. |
Wiseman, Greenlee guests on upcoming Education Digest
Education Digest, a show hosted by Jerry Williams, Lifelong Learning, focuses on topics of interest to our community. During the second segment, "Between the Covers", a faculty member of MSSU will discuss a recent book they have enjoyed reading.
This week's program discusses drought in our area among the mining shafts. Guest Chris Wiseman visits from the Joplin Mineral Museum Complex. George Greenlee, English, discusses a few of his favorite books on France.
Those interested in participating as a guest on this show please e-mail Robin Douglas at douglas-r@mssu.edu. The show will air on KGCS at 6 p.m., Tuesdays. This is seen in Joplin, Webb City and Carterville on Cable One and on Mediacom outlets in surrounding areas and on channel 57. It also airs at 6:30 p.m., Saturday nights on SITV which is seen in Monett, Lamar, Carthage, and surrounding areas on Cox Cable systems and in Neosho on the Cebridge Cable system.
Garage Sale at the Bookstore
The MSSU Bookstore is having a GARAGE SALE to celebrate homecoming week.
Sweatshirts, polos and much more on sale through the end of the work day today.
Come to the garage sale to get "fixed up" for Homecoming.
Jordan on Without a Trace
Missouri Southern graduate, James Jordan, will guest star on the television program Without a Trace this Sunday at 9 p.m. on CBS." It's a great guest starring role on a terrific show, so check it out," James says.
Mark Comstock, Accounting, chaired a site visit team for the Associated Collegiate Business Schools and Programs accreditation agency Oct. 1-4 at Alvernia College in Reading, Penn.
Carolyn Hale, Communications, is attending the Gandhian Conference on Non Violence at Christian Brothers University
in Memphis Tenn., Oct. 12-14.
William Huffman, Accounting, MSSU Faculty Senate president and Michael Kennedy, Biology/Environmental Health, president-elect, attended the Missouri Association of Faculty Senates meeting in Jefferson City on Oct. 9-10. One of the speakers was Senator Gary Nodler, who discussed current funding issues in higher education.
Solve for X, a book by Art Saltzman, English, has been accepted for publication by University of South Carolina Press. The book, along with another new essay collection, The Obligations of the Harp, it is tentatively scheduled to appear in late 2007.
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For Sale: Bunk bed futon. Full size futon on bottom, twin bed on top. White metal frame. Both full futon and twin size mattresses included. Excellent condition. $50. Call Dave at (417) 529-0463.
