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

Since its introduction in 1997, Missouri Southern State University has consistently dedicated its fall semesters towards cultural exploration. Each year, the fall semester is themed around a specific country,...

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 new women’s head soccer coach on...

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 and date nights to “being...

On the evening of February 29. 1940, Hattie McDaniel would make history as the first African American to win an Academy Award. However, hidden underneath the tide of change was a raging cling to the past....

A women-led running group founded by Anna Sanchez and Christina Chairez is bringing women together in Joplin, creating a welcoming and safe space for runners of all ages and abilities.   Sanchez and...

On Friday evening Jan. 23, a large snowstorm covered much of Joplin as well as many other parts of the country. Students at MSSU share how they dealt with the storm and about their time away from classes.  A...

Dr. Nazanin Moghbeli presented her art at the Cragin Art Gallery on Thursday, Jan. 22. She talked to students and attendees at the presentation of her upbringing and how she came to be both an artist and...

Country music singer and songwriter Josh Turner will be performing at Fred G. Hughes Stadium, Friday, May 2nd. Opening for Turner will be Dawson Hallow, an American-indie-folk band based out of the...

This Friday, April 4, journalist and historian Michael Wallis, will be visiting MSSU in honor of Route 66’s 100th anniversary.   Wallis is known for many things, being a journalist was one of the...

You may have heard of Bookhouse Cinema before, a local small theater and restaurant near downtown Joplin. After the cinema announced they were closing last year, brothers and movie lovers Nathan and Caleb...

Dr. David Penning, Associate Professor of Biology and Environmental Health at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU), has played a pivotal role in biology research and expanding research opportunities...