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Northwest Missouri State University jazz ensembles set fall concert for Oct. 13

Northwest Missouri State University’s jazz ensembles will hold their first concert of the academic year on Monday, October 13.

By E. H. Barrow | Oct 6, 2025

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Northwest Missouri State honors John Coffey for milestone football broadcast streak

John Coffey, known as the “Voice of the Bearcats,” was recognized on Saturday at Bearcat Stadium for his 500th consecutive broadcast of a Northwest Missouri State University football game.

By M. W. Chandler | Oct 4, 2025

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KXCV-KRNW launches annual fund drive amid reduced federal funding

By M. W. Chandler | Oct 4, 2025

KXCV-KRNW, the National Public Radio affiliate located on the Northwest Missouri State University campus, will conduct its annual fund drive from Saturday, October 4, through Friday, October 10.

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Tower Choir schedules free public concert at Conception Abbey on October 5

By E. H. Barrow | Oct 4, 2025

Northwest Missouri State University’s Tower Choir is scheduled to perform at Conception Abbey on Sunday, October 5.

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Sculptor Bobby Zokaites opens guest artist series at Northwest Missouri State University

By M. D. Bowman | Oct 4, 2025

Northwest Missouri State University will host Arizona-based sculptor Bobby Zokaites as the first guest artist of its 2025-26 academic year.

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Missouri Rep. Ed Lewis set for Northwest Missouri State distinguished lecture

By M. W. Chandler | Oct 3, 2025

Missouri State Representative Ed Lewis will deliver the first lecture of the 2025-26 Distinguished Lecture Series at Northwest Missouri State University.

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Northwest Missouri State researchers join multi-university study on Lake Erie's environmental health

By E. H. Barrow | Oct 3, 2025

A student and a faculty member from Northwest Missouri State University recently participated in a research expedition on Lake Erie, joining students from the University of Michigan and The University of Akron.

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Northwest Missouri State University announces schedule for annual Homecoming celebration

By E. H. Barrow | Oct 3, 2025

Northwest Missouri State University will hold its annual Homecoming celebration from October 19 to 25, featuring a series of events for students, staff, alumni, and friends.

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Northwest Missouri State professor presents research at international Jane Austen conference

By M. W. Chandler | Oct 2, 2025

Dr. Jenny Rytting, a professor of English and assistant chair at Northwest Missouri State University, presented her research at the Global Jane Austen Conference held in Southampton, United Kingdom, in July.

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Northwest Missouri State professor receives top honor from Iowa Communication Association

By E. H. Barrow | Oct 1, 2025

Dr. Joy Daggs, a professor of communication at Northwest Missouri State University, has been recognized with the Iowa Communication Association’s (ICA) Citation Award.

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Rice family honored as 2025 Family of the Year at Northwest Missouri State

By M. D. Bowman | Sep 28, 2025

The Rice family of Maryville has been named the 2025 Northwest Missouri State University Family of the Year.

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Northwest Missouri State University Concert Band announces free fall concert on October 9

By M. D. Bowman | Sep 26, 2025

Northwest Missouri State University’s Concert Band will hold its first fall semester concert on Thursday, Oct. 9.

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Kansas City Jazz Orchestra to perform free British Invasion tribute at Northwest

By M. W. Chandler | Sep 26, 2025

Northwest Missouri State University will host The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra for a free concert on Friday, October 10.

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Jamie Grayson to speak at Northwest Missouri State’s fall Ploghoft Diversity Lecture

By M. W. Chandler | Sep 26, 2025

Jamie Grayson, founder of the Kansas City-based nonprofit People of All Communities Succeed (POAC Succeed), will deliver a lecture titled “Teaching Beyond the Desk” at Northwest Missouri State University.

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Northwest Missouri State first-year theatre students set annual showcase dates

By E. H. Barrow | Sep 26, 2025

First-year theatre students at Northwest Missouri State University will present the 35th annual First-Year Student Showcase from October 9 to 12.

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Northwest Missouri State University reports steady enrollment above 8,500 for fourth straight year

By M. W. Chandler | Sep 25, 2025

Northwest Missouri State University has reported a total enrollment of 8,747 students for the fall semester, marking the fourth consecutive year its headcount has surpassed 8,500.

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Northwest Missouri State launches yearlong Identity 365 event series

By M. W. Chandler | Sep 23, 2025

The Center for Engagement and Community Connection at Northwest Missouri State University is launching a new event series called “Identity 365” this fall.

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Northwest alumna brings lessons from Auschwitz Legacy Fellowship into local classrooms

By M. D. Bowman | Sep 23, 2025

Brianne McDermott, a 2022 graduate of Northwest Missouri State University, recently participated in the Auschwitz Legacy Fellowship, an educational program aimed at enhancing Holocaust education among American teachers.

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Northwest Missouri State University highlights diverse student summer internships

By E. H. Barrow | Sep 16, 2025

Northwest Missouri State University students took part in a range of internships over the summer, working at organizations from museums and medical centers to food manufacturers and government agencies.

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Northwest alumnus John McMenamin discusses vision as new Bearcat football head coach

By M. D. Bowman | Sep 12, 2025

John McMenamin, a 2002 graduate of Northwest Missouri State University, was named the 21st head coach of the Bearcat football program last winter.