Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) welcomed Governor Mike Kehoe and First Lady Claudia Kehoe to campus on February 9, 2026, as Compass Academy Network (CAN) hosted a special “Compass in Conversation” event celebrating the impact of its educational programming. The event took place at the Ron Richard Athletic Center on the MSSU campus.
Rural healthcare leaders will discuss the challenges and solutions facing their communities during a featured panel at the 2026 Willcoxon Innovation in Health Sciences Summit at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU).
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) and Fort Scott Community College (FSCC) formalized a new academic partnership on January 30, 2026, during a signing ceremony held at FSCC in Fort Scott, Kansas.
Missouri Southern State University is welcoming a new cohort of nursing students this semester as part of an expansion of its undergraduate nursing program.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) announced that Dr. Yayun Du, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at Vanderbilt University, will be a featured speaker at the 2026 Willcoxon Innovation in Health Sciences Summit on March 27, 2026.
The Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Board of Governors approved the development of a new academic program, the Master of Social Work (MSW) with an integrative healthcare social work focus, supported by a major philanthropic commitment.
The Cragin Art Gallery at Missouri Southern State University is pleased to present Rupture, an exhibition of painting and drawing by Iranian-American artist and cardiologist Nazanin Moghbeli, on view from January 19 through February 13, 2026.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) and Missouri State University (MSU) signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Dec. 16, 2025. The MOU expands graduate education opportunities for Missouri Southern students studying history through access to Missouri State’s Accelerated Master’s programs.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) has completed the renovation of its six outdoor tennis courts, a project made possible by a $55,000 grant from the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Tennis Venue Services. USTA Missouri Valley contributed an additional $3,500 toward the upgrades.
Missouri Southern State University announced that Mary Joy Garcia-Dia, DNP, RN, FAAN, FHIMSS, a nationally recognized leader in nursing informatics, digital transformation, global workforce ethics, and health equity, will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Willcoxon Innovation in Health Sciences Summit on March 27. The summit will explore emerging technologies, groundbreaking research, and trends shaping the future of health and life sciences.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is inviting the community to campus Dec. 4, 2025, for its annual Holiday Happenings celebration, a free public event featuring an expanded lineup of seasonal activities and live entertainment.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) announced today that its Board of Governors has approved a series of new academic degree and certificate programs during their regular meeting on Friday, Nov. 14. The new programs and certificates represent a continuous effort in the advancement of the university’s recently expanded statewide mission, which encompasses health and life sciences, immersive learning experiences, and global education.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) proudly welcomed the Patriot Guard Riders to campus on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, for a special celebration honoring those who have served our nation.
A collection of business and visual arts professionals will present a morning of expert insight into the business side of professional art careers on Wednesday, November 12.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) brought a vibrant piece of Ghanaian culture to campus on Nov. 3, 2025, as students, faculty, and community members gathered in Corley Auditorium for the Fante Baby Outdooring and Naming Ceremony, known in Fante as “Mfantse Dzinto.”
Missouri Southern State University is pleased to announce that Abi Almandinger (‘96) will join the University Advancement team as director of alumni and donor relations, beginning November 3, 2025.
The Plaster School of Business at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will host the fourth annual Business Gateway, a business competition and workshop event for area high school students, on November 6, 2025.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) partners with Zhejiang International Studies University (ZISU) in a joint Sino-American design exhibition, which is currently on display at ZISU’s campus in Hangzhou, China. The exhibition highlights the global collaboration and academic exchange between the two institutions, featuring the work of over 20 MSSU design students and recent alumni.
The Missouri Library Association has named Amber Carr, assistant library director and marketing/outreach librarian at Missouri Southern State University’s Spiva Library, as the recipient of its 2025 Outstanding Professional Librarian Award.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) and the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law entered into a memorandum of agreement to establish a pre-law pathway program, giving qualified MSSU students a streamlined opportunity to pursue a law degree.
LionHogTech 2025, a regional hackathon focused on automation and artificial intelligence, brought together high school and university students from Missouri and Arkansas to develop real-world technology solutions.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU)’s Recycling Enhancement and Education Project was awarded a $42,800 grant in July.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will present a series of workshops with regional high school students on October 17 from 1 a.m. to 2 p.m. during its annual High School Art Day.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) welcomed more than 215 high school students from across the region on October 3, 2025, for its annual STEM Discovery Day, an immersive learning event designed to spark interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on experiences.
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will host LionHogTech, a 24-hour student hackathon with the University of Arkansas (U of A) beginning at 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 17 and concluding on Saturday, Oct. 18 at 5:30 p.m.
