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February 10, 2023
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Missouri’s largest school district yet to adopt four-day weeks
February 8, 2023
The Billingsly Student Center is scheduled to be renovated for the first time since 2001.
Missouri Southern launches Lions Forward campaign
December 4, 2022
Prepare for the polls
Prepare for the polls
October 25, 2022
Tailgate parties with alcohol now allowed on campus
Tailgate parties with alcohol now allowed on campus
October 6, 2022
Lisa Olliges poses for her first portrait as the General Manager of KGCS-TV.
Olliges Named New Head of KGCS-TV
September 15, 2022
Lacy Stokes drives past the UCM defender during the MIAA championship game on Sunday, March 5th at the Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City, MO.
Women’s basketball makes it to the NCAA tournament.
March 9, 2023
After practice, members of the womens soccer team huddle on Oct. 6, 2022. Senior Riley Lever, SAAC President, initiated the adoption process of The Bandana Project on MSSUs campus for all students.
Leading on, off the field: Bandana Project provides mental health support
February 17, 2023
MSSU athletics hit with probation, sanctions after self-reported NCAA violations
MSSU athletics hit with probation, sanctions after self-reported NCAA violations
February 15, 2023
Photo of the finish line at the Tom Rutledge Cross Country Course
Cross Country Set to Compete in Regionals on Home Course
November 18, 2022
Director of Athletics Rob Mallory speaks at the 2022 All-Athlete Banquet.
Director of Athletics focuses on key initiatives to support athletes, community
October 11, 2022
Jermaine Young Jr brings down Lincoln quarterback Zamar Brake for a loss on Saturday, at Fred G Hughes Stadium, in Joplin, MO
Lions Dominate Blue Tigers on Homecoming
October 11, 2022
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The price of being a broke college kid
December 7, 2022
Griner should be released
Griner should be released
October 31, 2022
Why students should vote
Why students should vote
October 25, 2022
Claim your place, take up space
Claim your place, take up space
May 9, 2022
How powerful is positive thinking?
How powerful is positive thinking?
May 2, 2022
Does COVID have young people living in fear?
Does COVID have young people living in fear?
April 25, 2022
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[Photo] ROAR Fund support split among student body

April 18, 2014
Clark Tanksley clears the bar in the high jump,he placed 4th at 6-7 ½ , Friday at the Williams/Laptad Invitational in 2012.

[Photo] MSSU Invite kicks off indoor season

January 23, 2014
Sophomore Addie Mendwasser runs during the Southern Stampede.

[Photo] WEB EXCLUSIVE: Cross Country teams finish top of the conference tournament

November 1, 2013

Our Opinion: Priorities among faculty, staff seem misplaced

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December 7, 2012

Our Opinion: Veterans cannot be thanked enough

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November 16, 2012

Our Opinion: Election season embarrasses us

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November 9, 2012

Our Opinion: Scratching our heads at campus smoking ‘policy’

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November 2, 2012

Our Opinion: Conference a chance to improve

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October 26, 2012

Our Opinion: Feedback is key to forum

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October 12, 2012

Our Opinion: Cancer awareness; Chart cares

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October 5, 2012

New site helps us help you

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September 28, 2012

Our Opinion: Give everyone a fair shake

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September 21, 2012

Our Opinion: Diversity spiel doesn’t ‘clique’

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September 14, 2012

Our Opinion: First year experience?

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September 7, 2012

Our Opinion: MLK Day should be cherished, not abused

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August 30, 2012

Our Opinion: Six pages: UNDER PROTEST

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February 17, 2012

Missouri primary wastes everyone’s time

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February 10, 2012
Lions guard Dysyan Malone goes up for a contested layup on Jan. 25.

[Photo] Women’s hoops drops 4th straight

February 3, 2012
High jumper Clark Tanksley leaps  6’11” to take second place at the Missouri Southern Lions invitational on Saturday Jan. 28

[Photo] Indoor track squads shine, claim 4 titles in two-day home meet

February 3, 2012

Education cuts have adverse effect on region

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February 3, 2012
A Missouri Southern women’s track & field athlete competes in the high jump at last weekend’s MSSU Invitational.

[Photo] Lions capture multiple wins at MSSU Invitational

January 26, 2012

Student press faces high cost of free speech

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January 26, 2012
Freshman guard Haley Weathers drives to the basket in a Jan. 18 game against NWMSU. Southern won 83-75.

[Photo] Lions drop home game with Jennies for second straight conference loss

January 26, 2012

‘Student’ the key word of ‘student journalism’

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December 8, 2011
Former Missouri Southern mens’ basketball standout Skyler Bowlin is moved to tears by the support of the crowd on Senior Day.

[Photo] Former Lions great enjoying time as pro

December 8, 2011
Sophomore guard Marquis Addison drives to the basket in Southern’s Nov. 30 home game against TSU.

[Photo] No. 1 Lions upset by Griffons on road

December 8, 2011
Missouri Southern guard Matt Everson drives towards the basket in the Lions’ MIAA opener against Truman Wednesday night.

[Photo] Southern earns nation’s No. 2 ranking

December 1, 2011
Sophomore running back Steven Sumpter is brought to the ground by a slew of defenders in the Oct. 29 game against Northwest. The Lions were beaten 52-21.

[Photo] MINER’S BOWL XIV

November 10, 2011
Lions shock MIAA, finish second

Lions shock MIAA, finish second

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November 10, 2011
Junior public relations major Sam Pogue runs in the Oct. 22. The Lions will compete in the Regional meet this weekend.

[Photo] Lions ready for regional meet

November 3, 2011
Lions host Livin the Dream in exhibition, ready for regular season

Lions host Livin’ the Dream in exhibition, ready for regular season

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November 3, 2011
University President Bruce Speck stands with Interim Vice President for Development JoAnn Graffam at halftime of the One State, One Spirit Classics, announcing a new scholarship for graduates from the classes of 2011-13 at Joplin High School, McAuley Catholic High School, Thomas Jefferson and College Heights.

[Photo] New scholarship offered

November 3, 2011
New scholarship offered

New scholarship offered

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November 3, 2011
Sophomore defender Dana Wilhelm fights for the ball against Ft. Hays’ Shelby Springer.

[Photo] Lions host Griffons after 4 MIAA wins

October 13, 2011
Missouri Western running back Michael Hill sprints past Southern defenders Demon Haire [24], Ryon Phillips [32] and CJ Broades [7].

[Photo] Griffons run past Southern, 35-23

October 6, 2011
2011 Homecoming queen hopes to work for government

2011 Homecoming queen hopes to work for government

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October 6, 2011
Junior wide receiver Landon Zerkel, of Webb City, sprints down the sidelines at the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis. This 92-yard touchdown was one of three for Zerkel as he racked up 193 receiving yards on his way to MIAA Football Athlete of the Week honors.

[Photo] Three named athletes of the week

September 29, 2011
Senior quarterback Collin Howard fires a short pass to sophomore running back Steven Sumpter in last Saturday’s 56-14 win over Lincoln University. Sumpter scored three touchdowns.

[Photo] Lions try for 3 straight vs. Griffons

September 29, 2011
Casey Ball and Rachel Olinyk jump to defend a spike from a Southwest Baptist hitter on Sept. 17.

[Photo] Volleyball Lions beat PSU, host UCM

September 22, 2011
The men’s cross country team runs in a pack at the beginning of Wednesday’s dual meet held on Southern’s cross country course. The Lions beat PSU.

[Photo] Men best PSU in Wednesday’s dual meet

September 22, 2011
Marlee Tegenkamp, meet champion, runs in Wednesday’s dual meet with Pittsburg State.

[Photo] Tegenkamp finishes first, women beaten by Pittsburg State gorillas

September 22, 2011
Senior Michelle Dimza corrrals the ball in the Sept. 15 game against Southwest Baptist. Southern lost 2-1

[Photo] Soccer Lions host Truman, UCM

September 22, 2011
Brett Abell pitches a complete-game shutout against Lincoln last weekend. Southern won the contest 4-0 on Sunday.

[Photo] Baseball team fights for MIAA berth

May 1, 2011
Skyler Bowlin celebrates the Lions MIAA championship clinching win on Feb. 23.

[Photo] Bowlin inked to pro deal

May 1, 2011
Kyle Tucker

[Photo] Intersession classes add to college experience

April 24, 2011
Jessica Brooks watches a pitch come in high in an April 8 game Southern won 2-1.

[Photo] Southern sweeps Pitt, secures Sonic Trophy Series

April 24, 2011
Senior right fielder Patrick Deao swings at a pitch in Southern’s home doubleheader it swept against PSU on April 12.

[Photo] Lions swept by UNO

April 24, 2011
Grant Conrad, junior, pushes off the mound while pitching in last weekend’s four-game series with Washburn.

[Photo] Lions to face nationally ranked ESU

April 6, 2011
Missouri Southern left fielder Dane Kolkmeyer swings at a pitch during the Lions’ game with Augustana University on Feb. 27. Kolkmeyer went 1-3 in the 8-7 Southern non-conference victory.

[Photo] Baseball Lions host WU Ichabods

April 6, 2011
Pitcher Nicole Reed winds up to throw a pitch in the Mathis-Zenner Memorial Tournament. Southern went 2-2 in the tourney.

[Photo] Lions host twin-bill with UNO

April 6, 2011
Breanna Volkmann attempts to slap-hit a pitch in last weekends matchups with UNO. Southern was swept in the twin-bill.

[Photo] Softball Lions have ‘big weekend’ ahead

April 6, 2011
Catcher Madison Reed prepares to throw the ball back to the pitcher in the Mathis-Zenner Memorial Tournament this weekend. Southern split the two-day event, 2-2.

[Photo] Softball splits Zenner tourney

March 10, 2011

This erosion getting worse

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December 8, 2010

Katz hiring an embarrassment

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December 2, 2010
Sophomore guard Kelby Fritz makes a pass in the Lions’ Nov. 22 home game against Northeastern State University. Southern dropped its home-opener by a score of 67-50.

[Photo] Women’s basketball drops conference opener

November 30, 2010
Lions quarterback Collin Howard hands off to fullback Anthon Aiono during Missouri Southerns 23-7 loss to Washburn on Nov. 13.

[Photo] Lions wrap up 4-7 campaign

November 16, 2010
Jason Adams sprints between defenders in Mondays 75-53 win.

[Photo] Men’s basketball starts undefeated, hosts Central Bible today

November 16, 2010
Rachel Olinyk and Elin Skei jump to block a ball in the Nov. 12 game against Southwest Baptist.

[Photo] Volleyball Lions just miss playoffs

November 16, 2010
24-21 loss pushes Lions Miners Bowl skid to 17

[Photo] 24-21 loss pushes Lions’ Miner’s Bowl skid to 17

October 1, 2010
Turners grand slam lifts Southern

[Photo] Turner’s grand slam lifts Southern

April 14, 2010
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[Photo] Museum complex vote a shame

April 14, 2010

Ewing lashes out at Chart

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March 29, 2010
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[Photo] Putin’s rule tops evening discussion of Russia today

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