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The sun shines on the Roy Blunt Health Science and Innovation Center. April 18, 2026
The Future is Now: The Roy Blunt Health Science Building Nears Completion
Kandice Williams, Reporter • May 11, 2026

Beginning in April of 2024, both MSSU’s faculty and students have closely observed the construction of the Roy Blunt Health Science building. Over...

Downtown Joplin is one of many areas where Flock cameras could be located.
Flock Update: DeFlock Joplin Provides an Alternative Perspective on City Surveillance
Kandice Williams, Reporter • May 8, 2026

Beginning in 2024, the city of Joplin has implemented the use of Flock surveillance. Flock LPR readers, or license-plate capturing cameras, are currently being...

Students receive their diploma covers at the commencement ceremony May 10, 2025
Missouri Southern Shares Details for 2026 Commencement
Itati Cruz, Reporter • April 29, 2026

Students participating in the Spring and Summer 2026 commencement ceremony at Missouri Southern can expect an organized process, ongoing support and multiple...

Overturned silver SUV on Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Two Vehicles Collide On Campus
Heather Reynolds, Editor • April 22, 2026

Around 11 am on Wednesday, April 22, two vehicles collided in the intersection of Newman Road and Duquesne Road on the Missouri Southern campus. No injuries were...

Flock cameras are placed in strategic locations across the city of Joplin
Joplin’s Chief of Police Weighs-in on Flock Surveillance
Kandice Williams, Reporter • April 17, 2026

In 2024, the Joplin Police Department installed Flock cameras around the surrounding Joplin city area. Flock Safety, manufacturer and operator of security...

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Nathan Reynolds (left) and Logan Carnes (right) attending the MIAA conference in Kansas City
Student Broadcasters Report from Kansas City
Kandice Williams, Reporter • April 14, 2026

Traveling alongside Missouri Southern’s athletes, KXMS, MSSU’s radio station, recently attended the MIIA Basketball Conference held in...

The Director’s Cut: Stoicism on Skates
The Director’s Cut: Stoicism on Skates
March 26, 2026

In all life’s moments, there is nothing quite as scary as accepting the loss of control. Being humans, we bask in the glory of preparedness, carefully considering...

Missouri Southern Names New Head Soccer Coach
Missouri Southern Names New Head Soccer Coach
February 26, 2026

After a losing season in the Fall of 2025, Missouri Southern Soccer decided it was time to make some changes. Elliot Chadderton was announced as the...

Fans who attend the Caravan will have opportunities to not only meet and get autographs from players, but also to get Cardinals home game vouchers. (Photo provided)
Cardinals Caravan Tour Stars Announced Including Fredbird
January 7, 2026

Joplin, MO –KGCS-TV and the MSSU Department of Communication are once again proud to host the Cardinals Caravan coming to Joplin on January 17, 2026, at 11:30...

Senior wide receiver Draper Parker, during the Western Missouri game held Oct. 25 (Photo provided by MSSU Athletics)
Lions Stand Tall Once Upon a Pride
October 28, 2025

A heartbreaking ending on the gridiron and a week of rainy weather couldn’t dampen the MSSU spirit sweeping across Joplin, as Lions young and old showed out for...

The sun shines on the Roy Blunt Health Science and Innovation Center. April 18, 2026
The Future is Now: The Roy Blunt Health Science Building Nears Completion
Kandice Williams, Reporter • May 11, 2026

Beginning in April of 2024, both MSSU’s faculty and students have closely observed the construction of the Roy Blunt Health Science building. Over...

Students experience the culture in Vietnam
MSSU Prepares to Explore Vietnam in the Fall
May 9, 2026

Since its introduction in 1997, Missouri Southern State University has consistently dedicated its fall semesters towards cultural exploration....

Missouri Southern Names New Head Soccer Coach
Missouri Southern Names New Head Soccer Coach
February 26, 2026

After a losing season in the Fall of 2025, Missouri Southern Soccer decided it was time to make some changes. Elliot Chadderton was...

Southern Mascot, Roary the Lion, playfully celebrates the Valentines day holiday with a big read heart
Valentine’s Day Events on and off Campus
February 12, 2026

As Valentine’s Day approaches, both Missouri Southern and surrounding Joplin area businesses prepare to share the day with Joplin’s residents. From candy grams...

The Director's Cut: The Performative Gaze
The Director’s Cut: The Performative Gaze
February 6, 2026

On the evening of February 29. 1940, Hattie McDaniel would make history as the first African American to win an Academy Award. However, hidden...

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