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From Tests to Vaccines: MSSUs Health Center Offers Comprehensive COVID-19 Support

From Tests to Vaccines: MSSU’s Health Center Offers Comprehensive COVID-19 Support

Jazmine Knight, Reporter September 22, 2023

With the sudden rise in COVID-19 cases and schools across the US getting back into the swing of things, some concerns arise. "How can I protect myself when I’m around too many new people at school?...

Experience the Magic of Ireland on the Campus of MSSU

Experience the Magic of Ireland on the Campus of MSSU

Lydia Carlson, Reporter September 22, 2023

Missouri Southern's 2023 Themed Semester spotlights Ireland with various diverse events including guest speakers, book signings, musical performances, and even a a unique book club and...

Ready, Set, Thrive: Your Guide To Helpful Resources On Campus

Ready, Set, Thrive: Your Guide To Helpful Resources On Campus

Jazmine Knight, Reporter September 8, 2023

With the Fall semester still fairly fresh, many of us are still getting in the groove of our class schedules. With that, comes several questions. Questions about classes, financial aid, student services,...

Journey To Ireland: MSSUs Fall Themed-Semester Activities

Journey To Ireland: MSSU’s Fall Themed-Semester Activities

Lydia Carlson, Reporter September 8, 2023

In 1995, Missouri Southern signed a bill declaring that the university would develop an academic support program and service activities that would establish international and global education as a distinctive...

MSSU Said To Bring Main Street To Life For Third Thursday

MSSU Said To Bring Main Street To Life For Third Thursday

Darren Zustiak, Reporter September 8, 2023

One of the most vibrant, community-driven events in the Joplin area is just around the corner; this month, Main Street will be coming to life as MSSU takes over Third Thursday. From March to October...

Bearcats late score enough to overcome Lions

Bearcats late score enough to overcome Lions

Trevor Batson September 1, 2023

Missouri Southern would start their season last Thursday night against the number 6 ranked Northwest Missouri State Bearcats. The Lions however would open the game with a lot of energy mounting a 14-0...

Ralph Yarl after being released from the hospital.

Knock Knock, Who’s There?

Jazmine Knight May 3, 2023

“A walking miracle” is how activist Shaun King describes Ralph Yarl of Kansas City, Missouri. Yarl, 16, is the latest victim of senseless violence that has gained national attention after he was...

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Destination: international classroom

Students travel abroad for additional experience
Katrina Ball, Reporter May 1, 2023

Last year, MSSU took students across the globe to experience beauty beyond the borders of this country during the spring of 2022, including England, Czech, Italy and Europe, just to name a few.  According...

International Student Club hosts food, culture festival

International Student Club hosts food, culture festival

Darren Zustiak April 21, 2023

If you ever wondered what people eat in different countries? What kinds of music do they listen to? What do they wear for their culture? Only one place to find out and that is at the World Music and Cuisine...

Lions gear up for MIAA tournament.

Lions gear up for MIAA tournament.

Trevor Batson April 14, 2023

Lions baseball is currently 30-10 and are currently ranked as the number 4 team in the country. Through 40 games the Lions are second in the MIAA (Mid-American Intercollegiate Athletic Association)...

Katrina Ball is a senior majoring in technical writing.

A writer’s risk: take the chance

How The Chart is for more than just Comm Dept. students
Katrina Ball April 14, 2023
The Chart was an excellent opportunity to learn the tools to be a better writer and gave me a glimpse of the world of journalism. The group met once a week with Emily Smith, the faculty Chart Adviser and discussed previous and future writing projects.
Opinion: MSSU not easily accessible

Opinion: MSSU not easily accessible

Jazmine Knight April 12, 2023

As an athlete, I’ve always taken walking for granted. Daily, I perform more challenging tasks, such as skipping in rhythm or continuous pop-off drills. However, I was recently injured participating...

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