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Recent News About Northwest Missouri State University
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Northwest Missouri State University students gain professional skills through summer internships
Students at Northwest Missouri State University engaged in diverse internships during the summer, gaining professional skills and experience across various fields. From working in behavioral science at alternative housing centers to exploring natural science in outdoor environments, these internships provided valuable learning opportunities.
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Northwest student receives Luther C. Skelton Scholarship
Northwest Missouri State University has awarded the Luther C. (Luke) Skelton Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year to Angeline Parker, a freshman from Pickering, Missouri. Parker expressed gratitude for the financial support, stating, "The Skelton Scholarship has helped me immensely with my financial aid. Now I am less worried about how I am going to pay for college with only having a part-time job."
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Sal Bonadonna and Chloe DeVries crowned as Northwest's homecoming royalty
Northwest Missouri State University has announced Sal Bonadonna and Chloe DeVries as the 2024 Homecoming king and queen. The announcement was made during the University's annual Variety Show on Thursday night.
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Owens Library prepares for annual Brick & Click conference on Nov. 1
Northwest Missouri State University is set to host its 24th annual Brick & Click library conference on Friday, November 1. The event will take place at the B.D. Owens Library and aims to focus on student academic success.
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Study abroad opportunity in Scotland offered by Northwest Missouri State University
Northwest Missouri State University's School of Education is opening opportunities for students across all majors to participate in a study abroad program in Scotland next spring. This initiative aims to enhance understanding of multiculturalism within educational settings.
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Northwest Missouri State invites local families for Halloween trick-or-treating
Children and their families are invited to participate in a trick-or-treat event at Northwest Missouri State University on Tuesday, October 29. The event will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. and is hosted in the university's residence halls.
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Missouri Hope exercise trains students in emergency response
Northwest Missouri State University recently hosted its 12th annual Missouri Hope emergency response field training exercise at the Mozingo Outdoor Education Recreation Area (MOERA). The event, which took place over three days, aimed to help students and emergency personnel develop their skills in disaster management through realistic simulations.
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Exhibit highlights legacy of Northwest Missouri State University's art program founder
An exhibit at Northwest Missouri State University is casting new light on Olive DeLuce, the founder of the university's art department. "Olive DeLuce and Her World" opened last March in the Olive DeLuce Art Gallery and will remain on display through February. The exhibit was curated by Dr. Karen Britt, an associate professor of art, with assistance from Dani Downey, a recent graduate with a degree in history.
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Northwest declares October as Exercise is Medicine month
Northwest Missouri State University has declared October as "Exercise is Medicine On Campus Month." The announcement was made by President Dr. Lance Tatum, who signed a proclamation alongside Assistant Professor of Health and Physical Education Dr. Tina Pulley. The signing took place at the Memorial Bell Tower in front of students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
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Brandy Brady named director of library services at Northwest Missouri State University
Brandy Brady has been appointed as the new director of library services and operations at Northwest Missouri State University's B.D. Owens Library. Brady, who has been part of the university staff since 2015, officially took on her new role on October 1, following the resignation of Dr. Ed Walton in June.
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Northwest Missouri's Tower Choir to perform at Nebraska music educators conference
The Northwest Missouri State University Tower Choir is set to perform at the Nebraska Music Educators Association (NMEA) In-Service Workshop and Conference in November. The choir will take the stage on November 21 at St. Paul’s United Methodist in Lincoln, with a preview performance scheduled for November 10 at the Ron Houston Center for the Performing Arts on their home campus.
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Lecture generates over $8K for Northwest's student assistance fund
Northwest Missouri State University recently received a donation of $8,565 for its Pay It Forward Fund. The funds were presented by University President Dr. Lance Tatum and first lady Jill Tatum to representatives of the University's committee. The donation was raised through a lecture held on September 22 at the Ron Houston Center for the Performing Arts, featuring Gerry Brooks.
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Northwest Missouri State University celebrates 'A Century of Homecomings' with diverse events
Northwest Missouri State University is preparing for its annual Homecoming celebration, themed "A Century of Homecomings," scheduled from October 13 to 19. The event will include a variety of activities and events designed for students, employees, alumni, and friends of the university.
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Northwest Missouri State University announces lineup for Visiting Writers Series
Northwest Missouri State University is set to commence its 2024-25 Visiting Writers Series this fall, offering a combination of virtual and in-person events featuring authors from the realms of fiction and poetry. These sessions are free and accessible to the public.
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Omar Tesdell to discuss agricultural innovation at Northwest Missouri State University
Northwest Missouri State University is set to host Dr. Omar Tesdell, an associate professor in the Department of Geography at Birzeit University in Palestine. The event will take place on Monday, October 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the Charles Johnson Theater located within the Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building. The lecture is free and open to the public, with doors opening at 7 p.m.
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University announces candidates for 2024 homecoming royalty
The University has announced the candidates for the 2024 Homecoming royalty, with students able to vote from midnight on Monday, October 7 until 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15. The king and queen will be revealed at the end of the Homecoming Variety Show on Thursday, October 17 at the Ron Houston Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets for the show are priced at $5.
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Northwest Missouri State University hosts second annual Sonatina-Sonata Festival
Northwest Missouri State University is set to host its second annual Sonatina-Sonata Festival, providing pre-college students with a platform to perform on a university campus. The event offers participants the chance to receive feedback from music faculty and compete for awards and scholarships.
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Board of Regents sets FY25 goals focusing on growth and sustainability
Northwest Missouri State University's Board of Regents convened for its regular session on Thursday to discuss and approve the institution's goals and strategic themes for fiscal year 2025. The focus areas include enrollment growth, sustainability, the collegiate experience, and the University's personnel.
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Northwest Missouri State President joins Navy program aboard USS George Washington
Northwest Missouri State University President Dr. Lance Tatum recently participated in the U.S. Navy's Distinguished Visitor program aboard the USS George Washington. This initiative invites leaders from various sectors to gain insight into naval operations and life at sea.
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Northwest Missouri State maintains over nine thousand enrollments despite slight decline
Northwest Missouri State University’s total headcount for the fall semester is 9,152 students, maintaining the threshold it crossed for the first time last year. This figure comes from the University's fall census count.