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Recent News About Northwest Missouri State University
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Northwest Missouri State University Board of Regents to hold meetings on October 3
Northwest Missouri State University's Board of Regents is scheduled to meet on Thursday, Oct. 3, in the J.W. Jones Student Union Boardroom located on the University’s Maryville campus.
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Northwest Missouri State University Wind Symphony to hold fall concert on October 10
Northwest Missouri State University’s Wind Symphony will present its first concert of the fall semester on Thursday, Oct. 10. The event, which is free and open to the public, will begin at 7 p.m. in the Mary Linn Auditorium at the Ron Houston Center for the Performing Arts.
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Northwest Missouri State ranks top Midwest school again according to U.S. News
Northwest Missouri State University has been recognized by U.S. News and World Report in its “2025 Best Colleges” list, marking the second consecutive year the institution is ranked among the top 25 public regional universities in the Midwest. The university improved its position to No. 20 from No. 22 last year.
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Northwest Missouri State University plans events for LGBTQ+ History Month
Northwest Missouri State University is inviting students and the community to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month in October with a series of events. These activities include a movie night, awareness teaching, and bracelet making.
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Northwest Missouri State University hosts annual First-Year Showcase examining authority
First-year theatre students at Northwest Missouri State University will examine the pitfalls of authority during the 34th annual First-Year Showcase from Oct. 3-6. This year’s production features first-year students presenting Kara Poe Atnip and Lisa Dellagiarino Feriend’s “The Shady Lady: A Robust Blend of Privilege, Influence, and White-Collar Crime.”
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New signs enhance learning experience at Missouri Arboretum
The Missouri Arboretum on the Northwest Missouri State University campus is home to more than 1,700 trees representing over 160 species from around the world. The university is now offering new ways for students, employees, and visitors to learn about these tree species through an enhanced tree walk funded in part by a Missouri Department of Conservation Tree Resource Improvement and Maintenance (TRIM) grant.
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86% of college applicants to Nodaway County's 2 universities were admitted for fall 2022
Nodaway County's two universities admitted a total of 86% of applicants for fall 2022, unchanged from the previous year.
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Northwest Missouri State's Jump Start aids first-year student transition
Northwest Missouri State University continues its effort this fall to assist first-year students with similar backgrounds, interests, and perspectives through team-building activities and promoting informational resources.
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Concert Band and Choir set for October performance
Northwest Missouri State University’s Concert Band, joined by the Concert Choir, will perform their first concert of the fall semester on Tuesday, Oct. 1. The performance, which is free and open to the public, begins at 7 p.m. in the Charles Johnson Theater at the Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building.
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Northwest Missouri State University’s jazz ensembles set for Sept. 30 concert
Northwest Missouri State University’s jazz ensembles will perform their first concert of the fall semester on September 30 at the Charles Johnson Theater. The event, conducted by Dr. William Richardson, will feature varied styles of jazz music, including pieces by Count Basie and Mary Lou Williams.
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Northwest Missouri sororities and fraternities hold bid days for new members
Northwest Missouri State University's sororities and fraternities welcomed their newest members during bid day activities on campus. Sorority bid day took place on Monday, Sept. 9, and fraternities celebrated their bid day Wednesday, Sept. 11.
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Northwest Missouri State University announces fall season with student-directed one-act plays
Northwest Missouri State University’s 2024-25 season of theater productions opens Sept. 26-28 with “A Fall Evening of One-Acts,” featuring four student-directed plays, each consisting of minimal characters and a runtime of 10 to 15 minutes. Tickets are $6 and may be purchased online beginning Wednesday, Sept. 18, or at the box office one hour prior to showtime.
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Northwest Missouri State University's SAC announces fall entertainment lineup
Activities sponsored by the Student Activities Council (SAC) at Northwest Missouri State University aim to foster student engagement, explore interests, and help students build friendships outside of their classrooms. This fall, SAC will host a series of events featuring a magician, a change-making speaker, and a comedian.
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Northwest Missouri State seeks volunteers for annual emergency response field training
Northwest Missouri State University will host its annual emergency response field training exercise from October 10 to 13, inviting students, employees, and community members to participate as role players. The Missouri Hope exercise aims to provide real-time experience in emergency and disaster management, partnering with agencies throughout the region.
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Northwest Missouri State University offers diverse career services for fall semester
Northwest Missouri State University is offering students a range of professional development opportunities this fall, including networking events and career advice sessions. Career Day, a recurring event each semester, allows students to engage with various employers on campus to discuss internships and full-time employment.
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Students participate in emergency management training at New York Hope
Northwest Missouri State University students and faculty participated in the annual New York Hope training exercise in August, gaining essential skills in emergency and disaster management. The event took place at the State Preparedness Training Center in Oriskany, New York, and included participants from various states such as Connecticut, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Pennsylvania.
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Northwest Missouri State University opens new season with faculty art showcase
Northwest Missouri State University is highlighting artwork created by its faculty during its first exhibit of the 2024-25 academic year, followed by an exhibit featuring two Kansas City artists.
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Hispanic Heritage Month events at Northwest Missouri State University
Northwest Missouri State University’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by hosting a series of events on campus.
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Northwest Missouri State University launches new 'Ask Valk Anything' series
Northwest Missouri State University is continuing its "Ask Valk Anything" series this fall, inviting faculty and local experts to answer questions about current events and issues of interest to students. The hour-long panel discussions offer multiple disciplinary perspectives on complex issues and facilitate open conversation among students and community members.
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Northwest Missouri State University announces Family Weekend schedule
Families of Northwest Missouri State University students are invited for a weekend of entertainment and athletic activities as the University celebrates its annual Family Weekend from September 27 to 29.