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The Standard’s Back to Campus 2011 Academic Life (6-45) 22 28 30 32 34 40

Getting a job after graduation Getting help with your classes Buying textbooks Studying away from MSU Working with your adviser Getting scholarships

Student Life (46-91) 60 70 74 78 85 86 88

Getting your coffee fix Having fun at the park Eating on campus Enjoying First Friday Art Walk Buying groceries Eating off campus Watching live music

Sports and Recreation (92-120)

97 Getting involved in intramurals and club sports 98 Cheering with Maroon Madness 104 Knowing your MSU sports stars Advertising staff Wil Brawley sales Dayle Duggins sales Cris Swaters sales Lauren Welker sales Mat Wilken graphic design Editorial staff Josh Campbell photographer Katie DeJarnette copy editor Damien DiPlacido reporter Greg Edwards reporter Brittany Forell reporter Megan Gates managing editor Michael Gulledge photo editor Colleen Hamilton reporter Lauren Healey life editor Amanda Hess news editor Harrison Keegan reporter Benjamen Loewnau sports editor Jon Poorman editor-in-chief Lori Scheetz reporter Kaycie Surrell reporter Professional staff Jack Dimond faculty adviser Sandy King advertising manager

Back to Campus 2011 This is a publication of Missouri State University’s student-produced newspaper, The Standard. The university has not approved and is not responsible for its content, which is produced and edited by The Standard staff.

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Welcome to Missouri State from the editor-in-chief

I want to welcome everyone to Missouri State University for the 2011-12 school year.

We believe that this school year will be an exciting one, and we are looking forward to providing you with a student newspaper every week that is fair and objective, informational and entertaining.

This year at The Standard, one of our goals is improve our communication with the students, our readers.

We want to know what you think about certain issues and events relevant to the Missouri State community. If you have any questions, concerns, stories you are interested in, letters to the editor, etc., please feel free to contact us and make your voice heard. We truly care about what you have to say.

In addition, we will try to have a meetthe-editors event once per month where students can meet with me and the rest of our editorial board — Megan Gates (managing editor), Amanda Hess (news editor), Lauren Healey (life editor) and Ben Loewnau (sports editor).

We want to be as transparent as possible

Jon Poorman Editor-in-Chief to better improve our publication and build a relationship with the students of our university.

We hope that this back-to-campus issue will be useful to all students, especially those new to Springfield and Missouri State.

It includes information about academics, student life and athletics, among other things. Springfield and Missouri State both have a lot to offer, and we hope this will serve as a good guide for students.

There are a lot of new things going on at Missouri State this year. First of all, our president from last school year, James Cofer, stepped down from his position in June. Clif

Smart is currently serving as the interim president.

The new student recreation center is currently under construction and will be open early in the spring semester, probably February. It is a project that has come with a lot of controversy. Some students were against it for financial reasons while others were in support of it.

We have a new food service provider here at MSU, Chartwells. Chartwells is replacing Sodexo, and will be in charge of providing food for the dining halls and the food vendors in Plaster Student Union. This year, Chartwells is changing out many of the vendors in the PSU, including Domino’s for Papa John’s and Blimpie’s for Subway.

I would encourage all students, new and old, to get involved in campus life in some way. There are many student organizations and ways to get involved. Some can even help you prepare for a career. Being at Missouri State can be a fun experience, but you have to be willing to get out and meet new people and try new things.

Speaking from personal experience, I can

say that being a part of The Standard for the last three years has been a really great time.

As the former sports editor, I’ve seen first hand what a great experience Maroon Madness is. It’s MSU’s biggest student organization and gives students a chance to come together for a common cause in support of their school.

But if sports aren’t for you, there are many other ways to get involved such as Economics Club, Art Club and Marketing Club to name a few.

Like I said before, we are looking forward to bringing you the news of the university and Springfield every week. We encourage all students to “Like” us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @TheStandard_MSU for the latest news updates.

We also have a brand new website this year that we are very excited about. Check it out at www.the-standard.org for stories, video content and more.

If you would like to contact me, please email me at Jonathan121@live.missouristate.edu or call my office phone at 417-8365390.

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ACADEMIC LIFE

Public affairs: Making you a better person

to meet those needs. Community engagement requires extending beyond one’s self for the betterment of the community — a process If you aren’t actively seeking to improve that fosters greater awareness and personal yourself, then you’re missing the point of col- growth. lege. A “public affairs mission” may sound a little hokey, but MSU’s is actually right on Public Affairs Week target to make you a better person. Trust us, The university-wide public affairs theme you want to be a better person. If you’re read- for the 2011-2012 academic year will be “The ing this, it’s likely you’ve already taken some Culture of Connectivity.” Public Affairs steps in the right direction.

Week, scheduled for Sept. 12-16, will help kick off the annual theme for the year with Ethical leadership events and activities highlighting this theme.

Striving for excellence and integrity as There will be panel discussions, film showone continually develops ethical and moral ings, a clothing drive, a walk-a-thon, a voter reasoning while contributing to the common registration drive and much more. good. Ethical leaders have the courage to live by their principles in all parts of their personStill not convinced? It’s pretty safe to say al and professional lives. you’ll have at least one assignment (or extra

By Lauren Healey The Standard

Begins with cultural self-awareness and expands to knowledge of, respect for and skills to engage with those of other cultures. The Public Affairs Conference Culturally competent individuals respect mulScheduled for April, the Public Affairs tiple perspectives and are able to successfully Conference features a series of keynote prenegotiate cross-cultural differences. sentations, panel discussions and special events throughout the week, which touch Community engagement upon business, family, international issues, Recognizing needs in the communities the arts and education. All events are free and within which one belongs, then contributing open to the public with free parking. No regknowledge and working with the community istration is necessary for conference events.

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credit opportunity) that will involve the Public Affairs Conference or Public Affairs Week.

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Barbara Bush, daughter of former President George W. Bush, spoke at the April 2011 Public Affairs Conference. Her session was called “One Person Can Make a Difference: Confronting Today’s Global Health Challenges.”

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Main campus Colored areas represent the parking lots available to MSU students.

Downtown campus Some buildings and parking lots are downtown, northwest of the main campus.

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Significant events in the history of Missouri State

1905

The Fourth District Normal School is founded.

The institution was originally formed to educate teachers for public school.

1945

The institution changes its name to Southwest Missouri State College as a way to recognize the fact that it offers more than just education for teachers.

1972

1906

1919

The school changes its name for the first time from Fourth District Normal School to Southwest Missouri State Teachers College.

Yet again, the college changes its name. This time, the switch is from Southwest Missouri State College to Southwest Missouri State University.

The name change was supposed to be a way to recognize the multitude of undergraduate and graduate programs the institution offered.

2002

The Jane A. Meyer Carillon, located at the southeast corner of Meyer Library, is officially dedicated. The Meyer Carillion is the tallest carillon in the Midwest at 140 feet tall.

2005

The institution changes its name for the last time to date. Due to many improvements in enrollment, admission standards and the number of graduate programs, the school’s name was changed from Southwest Missouri State University to Missouri State University.

1995

Gov. Mel Carnahan signs Senate Bill 430. This piece of legislation officially gives Missouri State a public affairs mission.

2008

The 11,000-seat JQH Arena is completed, opened in the fall semester.

Maroon and white are the school’s official colors. The institution also becomes “Home of the Bears.”

1909

The first building on the Springfield campus is completed. The building was originally called Academic Hall, but is known today as Carrington Hall.

1973

Enrollment grows to over 10,000 for the first time in the school’s history.

1990

Enrollment grows to over 20,000 for the first time in the school’s history.

2010-11

James Cofer is named the university’s 10th president and starts work in August 2010. The bow-tie wearing president, who is about six and a half feet tall, replaced Michael Neitzel, who became an education adviser for Gov. Jay Nixon. Cofer stepped down unexpectedly in June 2011.

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Doug Greiner, director of the Counseling and Testing Center, says the center helps students facing “a wide range of personal concerns that are impacting their ability to achieve their personal and academic goals.”

Counseling and Testing Center on campus provides help for students

By Greg Edwards The Standard

If you ever feel like you need someone to talk to or have to take an important test, you will more than likely end up visiting the Counseling and Testing Center. The center has a number of services to offer that students may be unaware of, including a Facebook page complete with photos and updates.

Anyone wanting some high-quality, confidential advice or counseling should make the climb up to Carrington 311.

Don’t worry, the information shared in the Counseling Center stays in the Counseling Center.

“We take a person’s right to confidentiality very seriously,” said Doug Greiner, director of the Counseling and Testing Center.

“Records are confidential and are only accessible at the center by clinical staff. Faculty, staff and instructors do not have access to information about individual students who access the center.”

Students don’t have to pay anything out of pocket to utilize the center’s counseling services, he said.

Greiner said the first time someone goes to the center, an appointment isn’t necessary. All students have to do is show up between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. to see the on-call clinician. The initial appointment will take around an hour.

After that, the center requests students make appointments so that the on-call clinician can

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be more readily available for all students, he said.

Students often chose to use the center for a variety of reasons, Greiner said.

“Any student may utilize the center,” he said. “We see students who are dealing with relationship concerns, such as a break-up, depression and/or anxiety issues. We see students who are dealing with a wide range of personal concerns that are impacting their ability to achieve their personal and academic goals.”

“If a student’s concerns might be better serviced by another office, we will make that referral,” he said.

To go with counseling, the center also offers a number of tests, including CLEP, Praxis and GRE. As should be expected, there is a fee associated with taking these tests. The final cost differs depending on the test taken.

Members of the community can also take advantage of the Testing Center, Greiner said.

GED and ACT are among the many tests offered for community members.

Greiner said the center’s website is probably the easiest way to find out testing schedules.

“The tests we offer, along with upcoming test dates, are on our website,” he said.

Students can call (417) 836-5116 or go to counselingandtesting.missouristate.edu if they have any questions or are interested in scheduling an appointment or test.

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Personalizing your dorm room is the first step toward making it feel like home.

How to get comfy in the dorm

By Amanda Hess The Standard

buy them ahead of time so you aren’t running around Springfield trying to find a set of sheets last minute.

New to the dorms? Here are a few tips to help you adjust this school year and make the Bring shower shoes or flip flops best out of living in the dorms.

If you live in a dorm that has community bathrooms, you will want to wear shoes in the Get to know your roommate(s) shower. The shoes will protect your feet from Wouldn’t you like to know about the per- any germs that you could be exposed to from son or people you will be living with for the the many people that shower there. next year? It could be important to know if they like their room sparkling clean or if they Scope out campus came from a travelling circus. Getting to You won’t want to leave 30 minutes know your roommate could make living easi- before your class if the building is next door. er and communication more open. Talk to On the other hand, it wouldn’t be wise to them. It’s good for you. leave five minutes before your class if it takes 15 minutes to get there. Find out where your Get to know your RA classes are so you can get there on time withYour Resident Assistant is here to help out wasting time. you. If you get to know them it will be easier to ask them questions, whether it be about Bring quarters quiet hour rules or advice about college and There is going to be a time when you are life. up at 1 a.m. and are craving a Mountain Dew to get you through studying the rest of the Go to events hosted by your floor night. There are vending machines in most Maybe you don’t think you are into that residence hall buildings and you will need sort of thing. Go anyway. Events are good quarters to get your caffeine fix. ways to connect with your floormates and create friendships with the people you live Consider buying a rug around.

Many of the dorms have tile floors, which can be cold in the morning. If you don’t want Buy 3M Command Adhesive products to step on a cold floor when you wake up Want to put up your awesome 3OH!3 bright and early for your 8 a.m. class, considposter? What about that Twilight poster of er buying a rug or floor mat to put near your Taylor Lautner, or your favorite video game bed. Of course, slippers work too. poster from your childhood? You aren’t allowed to use duct tape or double-stick tape Make your room feel like home You will be living in your dorm for the in the dorms to decorate, so if you want to put all your decorations up you will need to buy next 10 months. This is possibly the first 3M Command Adhesive products to stick time you have ever lived away from your parents. Decorate your room and make it them on your walls. feel like your own so you can be comfortable Bring extra-long twin bed sheets there. No one wants to spend 10 months in a All residence hall beds are 80 inches long room that feels like it belongs to someone and need special sheets. It would be smart to else.

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Student Activities Council provides outlet for expression

SAC gives students a say in entertainment on campus, plus other ways to get involved

By Megan Gates The Standard

Have you ever listened to a new band, watched a comedian’s stand-up routine or discovered an interesting individual that you wished you had the opportunity to meet?

As a student at a university in the Midwest, opportunities to make this happen are sometimes limited. However, the Student Activities Council at Missouri State provides students the ability to have a say in events on campus and brings musical acts, comedians and lecturers to the area that students might not normally have the opportunity to experience.

“SAC provides fun events to students that are closely accessible, that they can enjoy with friends and that provide a good way to get involved on campus,” SAC President Courtney Current said. “I suggest students join SAC because it’s a fun way to get involved on campus and we have a great family atmosphere.”

dent involvement fees to fund various social, cultural and diverse events on campus, according to their website. It is made up of students who attend meetings and create the All Council and the Executive Board.

SAC also has an adviser, Tara Benson the assistant director of student activities programs, whose office is located in the Office of Student Engagement on the first floor of Plaster Student Union.

To participate in SAC, start by attending a regular meeting held at 4 p.m. every Tuesday in PSU Room 313. Once you have attended three meetings, you can become a member of the All Council which allows you to vote on proposals.

At SAC meetings, you can choose to become a member of a committee which differ in their meeting times depending on the availability of the members.

Some of the committees that make up SAC include: Lectures, Comedy, After Hours, Campus Events, Concerts, Cultural Affairs and Films. They are responsible for the various events on campus and making proposals about who they would like to bring to campus as a guest lecturer, concert performer and planning other campus events sponsored by SAC. The Executive Board oversees all of the committees and is chosen through an application process during the spring semester. It consists of the president, the vice president of operations, the vice president of publicity and the vice president of membership development.

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Andrew McMahon of Jack’s Mannequin “We’re spending students’ money so we make informed decisions performs on April 1. The concert was one What is SAC? SAC is the student programming board on campus that uses stu- about where that money goes,” Current said. “We use a system of an of many events sponsored by SAC.

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Exec Board and All Council to vote on how we use those funds.”

Every student at Missouri State pays a student involvement fee of $25 per academic year as part of their student fees. A portion of this money goes towards funding for SAC. At the end of the spring 2011 semester, SAC held a meeting that rearranged their budget for the next year, Current said.

“There was a student fee increase for this year from $16 to $25 so we rearranged our budget because we’d like to bring in a stadium concert once a semester,” she said. Past concerts sponsored

by SAC include: Jack’s Mannequin, Third Eye Blind, Run DMC and Motion City Soundtrack.

SAC also has events on campus that are student stand-bys for entertainment such as, Rock’n Bowl every Friday night from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Level One Games Center, weekly movies on Wednesday and Sunday at 9 p.m. in the PSU Theater and After Hours events on Thursdays that range from Karaoke, to Texas Hold’em Tournaments and DVD Bingo.

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One event that SAC members are particularly excited about is SAC Giving Back Week, Current said.

“Giving Back Week is starting this year in November because we don’t feel like we give back to the community as much as we could so we’re doing a whole week where that’s our focus,” she said.

The event will be held Nov. 7 through Nov. 11 and feature events such as Build a Boomer, where students build a bear that can be donated to St. Jude’s patients, Discovery Night at the Discovery Center in downtown Springfield and comedian Amy Schumer.

Other special events that SAC has planned for the semester include: • Concert on the Bear Paw, Eric Hutchison, Aug. 23 at 7 p.m.

• “It Gets Better” lecture, Dan Savage, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m., PSU Theater.

• Comedian Hal Sparks, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m., PSU Theater.

Michael Gulledge/THE STANDARD To see a full schedule of SAC events, visit organizations.mis- Missouri State’s Student Activities Council sponsors many events on and near campus every year, many souristate.edu/sac or stop by their of which are ideas brought forth by students. SAC’s website is organizations.missouristate.edu/sac. The office, PSU 115.

SAC office is in Plaster Student Union 115.

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Are you still shopping for your MSU major?

Are you still undecided on a major? Here is a list of all of Missouri State’s undergraduate majors from the 2010-2011 catalog.

(These may change slightly when the 20112012 catalog is published; it was not ready at press time.)

Remember, many majors have multiple “options” within them. Some require completion of a minor, but others don’t. For a list of minors, see Pages 26-27.

Missouri State University’s Majors

Accounting (B.S.) Agricultural Business (B.S.) Agriculture Education (B.S.Ed.) Agronomy (B.S.) Animal Science (B.S.) Anthropology (B.A., B.S.) Antiquities (B.A.) Art (B.F.A.) Art and Design (B.A., B.S.Ed.) Art History (B.A.) Athletic Training (B.S.A.T.) Biology (B.A., B.S.) Biology (B.S.) Biology Education (B.S.Ed.) Business Education (B.S.Ed.) Cell and Molecular Biology (B.S.) Chemistry (B.S., B.S.Ed.) Child and Family Development (B.S.) Clinical Laboratory Sciences-Medical Technology (B.S.) Communication (B.A., B.S.) Communication Sciences and Disorders (B.S.) Computer Information Systems (B.S.) Computer Science (B.S.) Construction Management (B.S.) Criminology (B.A., B.S.) Dance (B.F.A.) Design (B.F.A.) Dietetics (B.S.) Early Childhood Education (B.S.Ed.) Earth Science Education (B.S.Ed.) Economics (B.A., B.S.) Economics (B.S.) Electronic Arts (B.S.) Elementary Education (B.S.Ed.) Engineering Physics (B.S.) English (B.A, B.S.Ed.) Entertainment Management (B.S.) Entrepreneurship (B.S.) Exercise and Movement Science (B.S.) Facility Management (B.S.) Family and Consumer Sciences (B.S.Ed.) Fashion Merchandising and Design (B.S.) Finance (B.S.) French (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) General Agriculture (B.A.S.) General Agriculture (B.S.)

General Business (B.S.) Geography (B.A., B.S.) Geology (B.S.) Geospatial Sciences (B.S.) German (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Gerontology (B.S.) Global Studies (B.A.) History (B.A., B.S.Ed.) Horticulture (B.S.) Hospitality and Restaurant Administration (B.S.) Housing and Interior Design (B.S.) Individualized (B.A., B.S.) Information Technology Service Management (B.S.) Journalism (B.S.) Latin (B.A., B.S.Ed.) Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B.S.) Management (B.S.) Marketing (B.S.) Mass Media (B.A., B.S.) Mathematics (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Mathematics (B.S., B.S.Ed.) Middle School Education (B.S.Ed.) Music (B.A., B.M.E., B.M.U.S.) Musical Theatre (B.F.A.) Nursing/Generic 4-Year Program (B.S.N.) Nursing/Completion Program for Registered Nurses (B.S.N.) Philosophy (B.A., B.S.) Physical Education (B.S.Ed.) Physics (B.S.) Physics Education (B.S.Ed.) Planning (B.S.) Political Science (B.A., B.S.) Professional Writing (B.A., B.S.) Psychology (B.A., B.S.) Public Relations (B.S.) Radiography (B.S.) Recreation, Sport and Park Administration (B.S.) Recreation, Sport and Park Administration (B.S.) Religious Studies (B.A., B.S.) Respiratory Therapy (B.S.) Risk Management and Insurance (B.S.) Socio-Political Communication (B.S.) Social Work (B.S.W.) Sociology (B.A., B.S.) Spanish (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Special Education/Cross Categorical (B.S.Ed.) Speech and Theatre Education (B.S.Ed.) Technology Education (B.S.Ed.) Technology Management (B.S., B.A.S.) Theatre (B.F.A.) Theatre Studies (B.A.) Wildlife Conservation and Management (B.S.)

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Students have a voice on campus-wide issues

By Amanda Hess The Standard

Do you wish schools would listen to the needs and thoughts of the students when they decide major decisions?

What about a group of students taking time to tell administrators what students think should change on campus?

The Student Government Association is an organization on campus that is the official voice of the student body of Missouri State University. SGA meets once a week to discuss issues and express opinions to administrators, faculty and staff on what happens at MSU.

Organizations choose a person from their group to be a senator and attend SGA meetings as a representative of their group. Grade levels also are allowed to have senators to represent them. Senators create and vote on bills that can affect campus.

The meetings use parliamentary procedure, like the state and federal government, and bills that are passed are presented to officials on campus to represent student’s thoughts on an issue.

Like any other government body, there are student directors that oversee groups of senators that research different topics to create bills for. To see a full list of directors and what they do, go to http://sga.missouristate.edu/ and click on the ‘Executive’ tab.

The president and vice-president of SGA have numerous duties. Emily Bernet, the vice-president of SGA this year,

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campus over the years. Some of the most recent are: Split the night route for the Bear Line Shuttle into two routes to save students time, partnered with Taylor Health and Wellness to offer free flu shots to MSU students last January, and increased library hours at Meyer Library through the week.

SGA also created GradeLink, a grade distribution database that allows students to look up a course or teacher they wish to take to see the average grade a student receives for the course and how many people withdraw or fail the course.

SGA also has the Wyrick Commission and the Sustainability Commission that listens to students proposals and provides money to students with accepted proposals to improve campus life. For example, the Sustainability Commission approved a proposal that implemented water conservation kits into all university residence halls last year. The File photo/THE STANDARD Sustainability Commission also passed a proposal to install Directors of the Student Government Association are new water fountains that are more environmentally friendly sworn in before the end of the school year to allow and allow students to refill their water bottles more easily. them time to learn their duties before their terms start.

will lead all SGA meetings among other things. Scott Turk, the president of SGA this year, has a power to veto any bill that passes that he does not believe will further students’ interests. These two, as well as the directors and senators, will be in direct relations with administrators, faculty and staff to represent the student body and what they would like to change on campus.

With the influence that members of SGA have on what happens on campus, it is important to vote on who will represent you in front of university administrators, faculty and staff. Remember to choose who you think will get what you want accomplished and who you agree with about issues on our campus when elections come in spring. The president and vice-president of SGA are voted for every spring for the next year and voting for them gives you power and say in What they’ve done what you want to happen on campus. Make sure your voice SGA began in 1921 and has done many things to improve is heard through the Student Government Association.

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Career Center helps students make plans for the future

By Lauren Healey The Standard

Just as all people are unique, our career needs are also unique.

Some of you will quickly declare an academic major, and some will have no idea what to select. Some of you may be reentering the workforce and some may be thinking of changing careers.

The Career Center’s mission is to prepare students to make responsible career decisions, and this preparation begins at the freshman level.

• Gain self-understanding and explore occupational options.

• Enroll in a two-credit career development course. (These courses are offered each fall and spring semester and provide an opportunity for students to interact with others who are also exploring their career paths.)

• Determine if the major and/or career you select is the most suitable for your interests, skills, work values and personality.

• Learn how to set and meet goals, and understand the process involved in preparing for your career.

• Prepare for the world of work, including: learning how to write résumés and letters, how to conduct an effective and efficient job search, how to create a portfolio, how to research employers and how to interview successfully.

• Get an internship that will not only develop skills and experience, but will also create a valuable network of contacts, develop a good work reputation and earn academic credit and sometimes income.

The Career Center can help you:

Once you have determined your career path, the next step is to develop relevant skills and gain experience.

To make an appointment, stop by or call.

Carrington Hall 309 Glass Hall 103 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Phone: 417-836-5636

The Career Center also offers:

• Job shadowing • Occupational information and trends • Individual appointments with coordinators specializing in the different colleges within the University • Internship/cooperative education postings on JobTracks, a web-based resource for jobs and oncampus recruiting • Skill exploration • Practice interviews • Job-search letters assistance • Portfolio development • Employer/industry research • Career recruitment and employment • Job-search assistance • Interview assistance • On-campus recruiting • Full-time job postings on JobTracks • Graduate school preparation assistance Source: MSU Career Center

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The career center offers one-on-one resume review services.

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MSU students have resources to stay safe

By Amanda Hess The Standard

You are far from home for the first time in your life and you don’t feel as safe as you did in your parents’ house. Campus is a big place, so what keeps everyone safe? Here are a few safety measures that MSU has to keep you safe.

Each residence hall has Resident Assistants on every floor, not only to talk to students and help answer any questions they have, but for your safety. The same goes for the front desk workers. The RAs and people at the front desk try to make sure people do not get into the building that have no reason to be there and report illegal activity. Residence Halls also have access cards to allow students into their building and identification cards are shown at the front desk after a specific time. RAs walk through the hallways at night to make sure everything is safe and there are no disturbances on a floor.

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Jay Huff, the assistant director of Safety and Transportation, said Blue Lights are all over campus.

“A Blue Light phone is an emergency phone and they are universally recognized,” Huff said. “You can usually see them in public parks and other universities. They are emergency phones and the way they work here is when you push the button you are immediately talking to an MSU emergency dispatcher.”

Blue Lights can be found all over campus by looking for poles with a blue light attached to it near the top. There is a button on them you can press for immediate assistance.

“It’s a quick way to call for help if something happens and they are in need to talk to someone,” Huff said. “It doesn’t have to be a life or death emergency, sometimes we get calls saying they see someone that looks confused or out of place and tell us we may need to have someone check on them.”

Safety and Transportation are adding two new phones to campus this year, Huff said.

One is located on the corner of Lot 35, northwest of the Hammons Student Center, and the other is on the corner of Elm Street and Hammons Parkway.

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dispatched to your location. No more than two students will be escorted from the same starting point to the same campus destination. All walks must be within the confines of the campus. Safe Walks might be delayed if there are no available officers at that time.

Next year a cadet program should be starting, Huff said. This would allow student workers to help with the Safe Walk service.

“We’ve worked with the Student Government Association on (allowing student cadets to help with Safe Walk),” Huff said. “We are going to extend our Safe Walk farther than we normally do to the sorority and fraternity houses on Elm Street.”

For details on the Safe Walk service or to ask for a Safe Walk escort, call 417-8365509.

Maybe you don’t want to call someone to escort you all the time but you still feel like you could use a boost of something to decrease your chances of being unsafe on campus. Sexual Harassment and Rape Pre-

SHARP Training

vention Training is a five-hour self-defense course women can take to learn techniques to help them get away from an attacker. The course is divided into four topics.

The first is the psychological aspect of a sudden attack upon the body and mass muscle movement strikes to escape. The second explains prevention psychology, such as the dangers of alcohol, date-rape drugs, selecting a seating location in a room and other avoidance issues. The third covers managing social or professional physical harassment. You will learn control techniques that can avert unwanted physical advances. The last part covers assault countermeasures to neutralize the assailant. Some of the techniques you will learn include striking with your hands, legs and feet and are followed by methods of escape and evasion to reduce the chance of further attack.

Classes are free to all female MSU students, faculty and staff members. Dates for SHARP classes are Sept. 12 and 13, Oct. 10 and 11, Nov. 7 and 8, and Dec. 5 and 6.

Groups can also request a class. Classes are given in two days, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Go on-

line to https://ws.missouristate.edu/recreation/ to register.

You will also see Safety Alerts posted around campus. These are posters with information regarding campus safety. These alerts will tell you if someone was attacked on campus and give a description of the person or tell you if a registered sex offender has been seen on or near campus. If you want to look at Safety Alerts online, go to the Safety and Transportation website and click on the tab “Safety and Crime Alerts.”

Safety alerts

If you see any illegal behavior you would like to report, MSU has its own substation for the Springfield Police Department. Commissioned law enforcement is provided for campus and they work out of our substation at 638 E. Elm St. They are armed and have full police power, including the power to search someone and the power to arrest people. Call 911 if it is an emergency; otherwise to request an officer call 417-836-5509.

Report illegal activities

Safe Walk is an on-campus walking service seven days a week during the hours of darkness. The use of the Bear Line Shuttles is encouraged, but if you need to walk to your car one night after a long study session or across campus and do not feel comfortable walking alone, all you have to do is call a number and an officer will be radio Security officers on campus patrol the grounds to protect students and keep campus safe.

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Don’t forget: You may need to pick a minor, too

Many majors at Missouri State require students to complete a minor. MSU calls these majors “noncomprehensive.” As you might guess, “comprehensive” majors do not require a minor.

What you see here is a list of all minors in the 2010-2011 undergraduate catalog. (These may have changed slightly; the 2011-2012 catalog was not available at press time.)

When considering a minor, it’s important to note whether that minor is allowed with your type of degree (bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, etc.)

Also, certain minors are specifically not allowed with certain majors. Check the catalog or ask your adviser.

Accounting (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Advertising and Promotion (B.A., B.A.S., B.F.A., B.S.) African American Studies (B.A., B.S., B.S.W.) Agricultural Business (B.S.) Agriculture (B.S.Ed.) Agronomy (B.S.) Ancient Greek (B.A.) Animal Science (B.S.) Anthropology (B.A., B.S., B.S.W.) Antiquities (B.A., B.S.) Applied Social Research (B.S., B.S.W.)

Art (B.A., B.S.) Art History (B.A., B.F.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Asian Studies (B.A., B.S.) Astronomy (B.A., B.S.) Biology (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Biomedical Sciences (B.A., B.S.) Business Education (B.S.Ed.) Chemistry (B.A., B.S.) Child and Family Development (B.A., B.S., B.S.W.) Chinese (B.A., B.S.) Coaching (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Communication (B.A., B.S.) Community and Regional Planning (B.S.) Computer Information Systems (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Computer Science (B.A., B.S.) Creative Writing (B.A., B.F.A., B.S.) Criminology (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S.W.) Dance (B.A., B.S.) Design (B.S.) e-Business (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Economics (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) English (B.A., B.F.A., B.M., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Entrepreneurial Studies (B.S.) Entrepreneurship (B.S.) Environmental Physics Technology (B.S.) Environmental Sciences and Policy (B.A., B.S.) Equine Studies (B.A., B.S.)

Ethical Leadership (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Ethics and Social Policy (B.A., B.F.A., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S.W.) Exercise Biology (B.S.) Film Studies (B.A., B.S.) Finance (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Financial Planning (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Folklore (B.A., B.F.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) French (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Gender Studies (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S.N., B.S.W.) General Agriculture (B.S.) General Business (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) General Family and Consumer Sciences (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Geography (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Geology (B.A., B.S.) Geospatial Sciences (B.S.) Geotourism (B.A., B.S.) German (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Gerontology (B.A., B.S., B.S.W.) Global Studies (B.A., B.S.) Health Care Management (B.A., B.S., B.S.N.) History (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S.W.) Horticulture (B.S.) Housing and Interior Design (B.A., B.S.) Human Resources Management/Industrial Relations (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Industrial Management (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.)

Informatics (B.S.) Information Technology Service Management (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) International Management (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) International Marketing (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) International Relations (B.A., B.S.) Journalism (B.A., B.S.) Latin (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Latin American Studies (B.A., B.F.A., B.S., B.S.W.) Law and Society, The (B.A., B.S.) Leadership (B.S.) Legal Studies in Business (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Library Science (B.A., B.F.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Linguistics (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Literacy (B.S.Ed.) Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Management (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Marketing (B.A., B.A.S., B.F.A., B.S.) Mass Media (B.A., B.S.) Mathematics (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Middle Eastern Studies (B.A., B.S.) Military Science (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Molecular Biology (B.S.) Music (B.A., B.S.) Music (B.S.Ed.)

Music Composition (B.A., B.M., B.S.) Native American Studies (B.A., B.F.A., B.S.) Nutrition (B.A., B.S.) Operations Management (B.S.) Ozarks Studies (B.A., B.F.A., B.S.) Personalized (B.A., B.A.S., B.F.A., B.M., B.S., B.S.A.T., B.S.Ed., B.S.N., B.S.W.) Philosophy (B.A., B.F.A., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S.W.) Physics (B.S.) Political Science (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S.W.) Psychology (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S.W.) Be sure to study Public Administration (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S.W.) Public Law (B.A., B.S., B.S.W.) Real Estate (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Recording Arts (B.A., B.M., B.S.) Recreation, Sport, and Park Administration (B.A., B.S.) Religious Studies (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S.W.) Retailing/Merchandising (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Risk Management and Insurance (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Screenwriting (B.A., B.F.A., B.S.)

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all major and minor requirements carefully.

Selling (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Sociology (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S.W.) Spanish (B.A., B.S., B.S.Ed.) Sports Medicine (B.A., B.A.S., B.F.A., B.M.E., B.M., B.S., B.S.Ed., B.S.N., B.S.W.) Teaching English to Speakers of Other Language (B.S.Ed.) Technical Writing (B.A., B.F.A., B.S.) Theatre (B.A., B.S.) Web Application Development (B.A., B.A.S., B.S.) Writing (B.S.Ed.)

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BearCLAW offers students free tutoring services Accessible services for all students in Meyer Library

By Amanda Hess The Standard

Once you get through moving in and starting classes, you realize you are signed up for both Chemistry and Writing I. One of these classes you are strong at but the other you need a little help to grasp what you are learning. Instead of hiring a tutor from a flier or going to a place like Sylvan Learning Center, you should try out Missouri State’s BearCLAW first.

The BearCLAW is the Center for Learning and Writing at MSU and unites resources and expertise of faculty, library personnel, computer and information technology, the Writing Center, subject-area tutoring and supplemental instruction all in one area.

The Writing Center allows students to sign up for appointments with other students to help with class writing assignments. The tutors help students in whatever step in the writing process they are in, from brainstorming to content or revising drafts.

Writing Center

Math, Accounting, Chemistry, Computer courses, Economics, Finance, Management 340, Marketing 350, Psychology and Statistics tutors are available in a drop-in basis while the drop-in table is open. Tutoring for these courses and other various subjects are also available by appointment. Tutoring can be in a group or in a one-on-one basis.

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Students can come and study together in Supplemental Instruction groups and drop-in tables to better understand what they are learning in classes.

To schedule an appointment or to learn more about the BearCLAW and its hours, go to http://bearclaw.missouristate.edu. Hours vary depending on what kind of help you need and whether the help requires an appointment or can be provided on a walk-in basis.

Frizell, the Co-Director of the BearCLAW, said many students that use the center are students who exceed in their classes but are looking for an ‘extra edge’ and many of the students that use the center in the spring are graduate students.

“An essential part of the training for SI Leaders, Writing Consultants, and Subject-Area Tutors is customer service,” Frizell said. “I find it handy to remind students that staff and faculty utilize the Writing Center on a regular basis, so there is no shame in seeking the advice of others. The BearCLAW, though large at around 10,000 square feet, has pockets where students and tutors can work in relative isolation (if crowds are an issue).”

It is highly important you find a tutor you trust as well, About the Tutors Frizell said.

If you feel embarrassed to seek help, don’t! Michael “My advice is to find someone you work well with and

Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a peer-led group study to help students in difficult courses that students usually get low grades in. Faculty will usually provide students with information about SI groups and are asked to update students about the group throughout the year. SI sessions provide review of lecture notes, textbook readings, outside supplemental readings and modeling of learning strategies. Collaborative learning strategies are used to create an active learning environment and help students learn strategies that they will be able to use in other classes. For a list of classes and more information, visit http://si.missouristate.edu.

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make regular appointments with that person. A regular tutoring session consists of a ‘getting to know you’ period, a ‘questioning’ period, and a ‘closing’ period. When you are familiar with your tutor, you will find that you can accomplish more during a session because the awkward ‘getting to know you’ period is not necessary each time you meet.”

TutorTrac is meant to make signing up for a session easy for both the student and the tutor, Frizell said.

“On the BearCLAW homepage, those interested can find the BearCLAW: A User’s Guide,” Frizell said. “This file will walk students through the various departments within the CLAW and even instructs them how to make an appointment.”

Appointments and hours

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MSU offers variety of majors

By Kaycie Surrell The Standard

Missouri State offers many degree programs that help students along in becoming whatever it is that they so desperately wanted to be as children, or to become whatever it is will let them graduate more quickly.

There are seven colleges, each home to programs that may be just what you’re looking for. Depending on which courses you choose and the program you feel most comfortable with, there will be a specific college for you.

Missouri State’s colleges are the College of Arts and Letters, the College of Business Administration, the College of Education, the College of Health and Human Services, the College of Humanities and Public Affairs, the College of Natural and Applied Sciences and the William H. Darr School of Agriculture.

As you can imagine, each one offers programs relevant to that specific college and so within each it is pretty likely that you’ll find the major of your dreams. Whether that dream is to be a fashion merchandising major, a mass media major or a cell and molecular biology major, there is a program for that.

If you can’t seem to find the right fit within the programs and colleges already available, there is a way to bring together the

classes you are especially interested in and create your own major.

An interdisciplinary studies program allows for students to come up with an individualized major. There are some specific requirements, like completing a certain number of general education courses, as you would with any major. You must also apply for the individualized major program through the Academic Assistance Office in University Hall 122.

To take part in the individualized major program, you should have a pretty clear understanding of what components you would like to bring together to create your major.

You will be asked these questions when you apply to the program and will be working with advisers from departments that you work in.

MSU offers interdisciplinary courses that can help students when they are creating their own majors but are also helpful in simply deciding what major they might most like to pursue.

Some of those classes are Exploring Majors and Careers, Enhancing Learning Techniques for College, and Student/Life Leadership. There are also courses that deal with international cultures and study abroad programs.

All of these colleges, academic programs and information on majors and minors can be found in the 2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog, which is available on Missouri State’s website.

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Several textbook options available to students

You can check book prices on their website, a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

TextBucks.com, before taking your books in to sell them. Text Bucks is open from 8:30 Chegg In case you haven’t heard, textbooks are a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

If you’re looking to help the environexpensive. According to the National Assoment and save money at the same time, conciation of College Stores, the average col- Student Book Exchange sider renting your textbooks from Chegg. A lege student spends $667 on required course In addition to offering a wide variety of California company founded in 2007, materials per year. used textbooks, Student Book Exchange Chegg rents textbooks to students and plants Fortunately, there are many options avail- also sells Missouri State memorabilia, stu- a tree for each time you rent. They save stuable to you to find the most affordable text- dent software and medical textbooks. Their dents over $400 a year through renting textbooks in the market so you can save your website, studentbookexch.com, offers a full books instead of buying them, according to money for other more enjoyable purposes. list of their textbook buy back prices and their website. other inventory items. Their store is at 633 To rent from Chegg, go to their website, Missouri State Bookstore S. Kimbrough Ave. and open 8 a.m. to 6 chegg.com, search for the book you need, The Missouri State Bookstore sells new p.m., Monday through Friday. select the length of time you need the book and used textbooks to students throughout and enter your payment information. The the semester, even allowing you to reserve Barnes and Noble books will be shipped to you in a few days your books ahead of time to ensure that Located on the corner of Glenstone and and when it’s time to return them, print out you’ll have them for your first day of class. Battlefield, Barnes and Noble not only UPS labels from their website and ship them To reserve your textbooks, visit their web- offers Starbucks, novels and a wide-variety back free of charge. site at missouristatebookstore.com. of music and movies, but textbooks as well.

The bookstore also buys back textbooks You can buy new, used or e-textbooks BookRenter.com Similar to Chegg, BookRenter.com rents from students for up to 50 percent of the through their store, with free shipping for new price anytime during the semester. any order over $25. They also rent text- textbooks to students for a specific time peribooks for 60, 90 or 130 days, allowing you od. Visit their website and search for the book Text Bucks to increase your rental period or buy the you wish to rent, select the length of rental Located at 607 E. Madison St. and 610 book if necessary. and enter your payment information. The File photo/THE STANDARD N. National Ave., Text Bucks was founded For more information, go to barnesand- book will be sent to you in one to two busiby two former Missouri State students in noble.com, or speak to a sales associate at ness days and when you need to return it, you The MSU Bookstore, north of Plaster Student 1988. They sell and buy used text books, the store 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. can print shipping labels from their website to Union, is one of several places students can paying students in cash for their used books. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, or 9 ship the book free of charge. purchase textbooks and other supplies.

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Study Away: It’s kind of like vacation

By Lauren Healey The Standard

Want to spend a semester somewhere other than Missouri State, but still want to continue your education? Study Away may be your answer.

Use these 10 steps as a general guideline 1. Attend a Study Away 101 meeting: These informational meetings are held in the PSU throughout the semester.

2. Define your goals: What do you hope to achieve while abroad?

3. Research program options: Learn about the country or countries where you want to go. Review websites and literature to identify programs.

4. Meet with the Study Away adviser: Once you have determined what country and program you are interested in, meet with the Study Away adviser to discuss your plans. The adviser will answer any questions you have and help you work through the application process.

5. Meet with your academic adviser: Discuss your study-away program and how it will fit in with your degree requirements. Make a plan for graduation that includes studying abroad.

6. Apply for a program: Submit your applications and all the supporting documents to the Study Away Programs Office by the specified deadlines.

7. Build your budget: Use the budget planning worksheet in the Study Away application to organize your estimated expenses.

8. Make financial aid arrangements: Meet with a financial aid adviser to discuss how your financial aid will apply towards your program.

9. Get your courses pre-approved: Submit your “Transfer Coursework Preapproval” requests using the form on your My Missouri State page.

10. Prepare to travel: Gather your travel documents (including your passport and visa), attend orientation and pack your bags.

For further information, use the Study Away handbook for tips on packing, getting necessary items, buying insurance and a lot of other helpful information that has been gathered by the office staff.

To get preliminary information about studying abroad, attend a Study Away 101 session and learn about different Study Away options and begin the application process. These sessions are informal.

For more information visit http://international.missouristate.edu/studyaway/default.asp.

The International Student Exchange Program (ISEP.org) is one of Study Away’s most popular programs with over 250 institutions in 45 different countries to choose from.

National Student Exchange (NSE.org) provides opportunities to study for a semester or year at another college in the United States, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. NSE also offers French and Spanish immersion programs.

Study Away 101 Meetings Location: PSU 309 Fall 2011 Dates & Times Monday Sept. 5 at 3 p.m.

Tuesday Sept. 20 at 10 a.m.

Monday Oct. 3 at 3 p.m.

Tuesday Oct. 18 at 10 a.m.

Monday Oct. 31 at 3 p.m.

Tuesday Nov. 15 at 10 a.m.

Monday Dec. 5 at 3 p.m.

Here are just a few of your study away options: Australia China Italy Japan London Tasmania

Source: http://international.missouristate.edu/studyaway/

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Talk to your adviser

By Lori Scheetz The Standard

Academic advisers not only offer assistance with class planning and scheduling, but help determine if a student is following the best path for their future career goals.

As students meet with their adviser, discussing likes and dislikes can help the adviser better understand the student’s personality and interests. A student may feel their dream isn’t achievable or realistic. The role of the adviser can serve to mediate what the working world is like while supporting what could be a life- and world-changing decision.

Assisting the student in developing a unique academic path is the fundamental role of an academic adviser.

It is important to note that students with less than 60 credit hours are required to meet with their adviser to be cleared to register for the next semester’s classes. If a student is unhappy with the direction their adviser points them or believes they would be better with a different adviser, the student can meet with the department secretary and fill out a change request form.

Consider what is personally important and develop some questions for an adviser to better clarify what path may be the best choice.

How do I talk to my adviser?

Here are some basic questions to consider to get the ball rolling with your adviser and start your meeting off on the right foot: 1. Who can help me move from the dream and make it a reality?

2. What do I need to do to become more proficient in the field or industry I’m interested in?

4. Is there an organization to join?

3. When I was a child, I most loved to?

4. Where can this path take me?

5. Why do I want to do this?

6. How can I get there?

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MSU makes multicultural events more meaningful

By Lauren Healey The Standard

Nearly all of us can trace our lineage back to a variety of cultures, or at least more than one background. By this point in time, there’s hardly anyone alive who doesn’t fit in the multicultural category.

It can be a lot of fun getting to know the ins and outs of other cultures’ lifestyles, and you can’t get far in life today without interacting with people from all over the world.

Missouri State makes it easy for you to get involved with cultures around the globe, so make it meaningful and start understanding what makes other ways of life different from your own.

FALL 2011 EVENTS • The Gathering: Multicultural Mixer, Aug. 28 • Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 • Step Conference-Fall 2011, Sept. 23 • Multicultural Leadership Institute, Sept. 24 • Fall Showcase: Student Recruitment Program, Oct. 8 • National Disability Awareness Month, October • LGBT Heritage Month, (BiGALA, MSU's Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Transgender, and Ally Alliance), October • Native American Heritage Month, November

SPRING 2012 EVENTS • Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, January • Lunar/Chinese New Year Celebrations, Jan. 23 • African-American Heritage Month, February • United States Hispanic Leadership Institute, Feb. 16 to 19 • Big XII Conference on Black Student Government, February • Multicultural Student Recruitment Team “Stomp Fest,” March • Womens History Month, March • Fall Showcase: Student Recruitment Program, April 21 • Asian American Heritage Month, April15 to May15

Multicultural Student Organizations • Association of Interna• Hispanic-American Leadtional Students ership Organization • African Students United • Indian Students Associa• American Indian Student tion Association • Korean Student Associa• Asian American Pacific tion Islander Organization • Saudi Club • Association of Chinese • Taiwanese Student AssoStudents & Scholars ciation Source: http://www.missouristate.edu/MCulture

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International Banquet

The International Banquet is the premier activity sponsored and organized by the Association of International Students.The banquet is followed by a variety show which features dances and other performances from different parts of the globe.

On average the banquet attracts around 550 people to the show. The date of the show has not yet been determined.

For more information and tickets, contact (after Nov. 1) Missouri State University, Multicultural Resource Center, PSU 141 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Call 417-836-5152 or email multiculturalstudentservices@missouristate.edu.

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Where to study?

By Brittany Forell The Standard

Older generations think we’re crazy for plugging the squishy earbuds of MP3 players into our ears before an intense, solo study session. It’s hard to believe that the crooning of Jack White can drown out the ticking of the clock, the chatter of fellow students, the hiss of espresso machines or the blather of SGA booths.

While a good tune can help a student block out the world and focus on economics,

we all admit to times when we leave our earbuds in after the music is over simply for their noise-canceling effects. Everything becomes muffled and pleasantly muted. We have mastered the skill of the noise-canceling trade, but it may not be necessary if we choose our study places more carefully.

Plaster Student Union is nearly always bustling with bored freshman or touring high school students, making it not so appealing.

The Meyer Library can be so painfully quiet, that you feel overwhelmingly disruptive when you unzip your backpack.

Springfield is brimming with cozy coffee shops, and while they may be the siren call to a stressed-out college student, not all are conducive to study sessions. Here are a few less-frequented study locations to consider.

The Mud Lounge, 321 E. Walnut St.

Located just around the corner from the always-popular study place, the Mud House, the Mud Lounge is a sister location that serves both virgin and spiked lattes along with a wide selection of mixers, beers, wines and champagne.

While many consider the Lounge a nightlife hot spot, there are some who see it for all the location offers. The cozy lighting mimics the Mud House’s secluded feel, while comfortable armchair seating trumps the coffee house’s cold, wooden chairs.

The hipster lounge opens at 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Pop in while it’s still early evening, order a piping hot Kashmir Green Chai tea or a bottomless cup of the Mudhouse brew. Kick back in a leather armchair, and delight in all the available seating that its sister location so often lacks.

Ziggie’s Cafe, 2222 S. Campbell Ave.

The senior citizen crowd that these diners attract are far less boisterous than the twenty-somethings that frequent the hip coffee shops of downtown Springfield. These locally owned diners are sprinkled across town, but there is one location that sports an inviting atmosphere for those needing to get away from it all.

The Ziggie’s at 2222 South Campbell offers free Wifi and squishy, comfortable booths in a setting that is intimate, cozy and quiet. Enjoy endless refills of diner coffee while you persevere through your latest writing assignment. When you’re finished, order a piece of chocolate cream pie to reward yourself for a job well done.

Sequiota Park, 3500 S. Lone Pine Ave.

The first objection to outdoor studying is generally, “There’s no Wifi there.”

Here’s a suggestion: Save up all your reading and math homework for a sunny day at the park.

Bring an old blanket and your homework, scope Sequiota Park for a good, back-supporting tree and camp out for a few hours. The chirping of birds is far less distracting than the intramural sports or Ultimate Frisbee sessions that pepper campus during good weather.

If you forgot to pack a lunch, trek down to Galloway Station and snack on some fried pickles and an ice cold root beer.

Bring your books, because you can still soak up sun and Shakespeare on Galloway’s back patio.

Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave.

If you focus best in the classic coffee shop environment of small wooden tables and the close proximity of an espresso machine, you can visit Springfield’s largest public library.

While the Meyer Library is more conveniently located, the Library Center has a more secluded appeal that can be helpful to a student who is easily distracted. The Library Center also hosts a satellite location of our beloved Mud House and tables and chairs galore.

If your search engine is failing to bring up relevant results, the library has multitudes of dusty volumes of reference tools.

If The Library Center is too far away, the Meyer Library is a good alternative, but it is far more populated.

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Let the countdown begin: Key dates for the fall

The fall semester can quickly become chaotic, and it can be easy to lose track of time.

However, there are some important dates students need to be aware of to drop classes, make school payments or plan to sleep in on the rare day that classes are canceled for holidays.

August 2011

Aug. 29: Last day to register to avoid late fee for fall 2011 Aug. 22-26: Late-registration and changeof-schedule period Aug. 22: Fall 2011 classes begin Aug. 23: Last day to drop or add firstblock classes at 100 percent credit or refund Aug. 25: Initial fall My Payment Plan installment due Aug. 26: Last day to drop full-semester classes at 100 percent credit or refund Aug. 26: Last day to drop first-block classes with 75 percent credit or refund Aug. 26: Last day to change sections without financial penalty; last day to enroll in full-semester classes

September 2011

Sept. 2: Last day for instructors to drop

students for not attending first-block or full-semester classes Sept. 2: Last day to drop first-block classes at 50 percent credit or refund Sept. 2: FERPA hold due Sept. 2: Last day to drop full-semester classes at 75 percent credit or refund Sept. 5: Labor Day (no classes; offices closed) Sept. 16: Last day to drop first-block classes at 25 percent credit or refund Sept. 19: Last day to drop full-semester classes at 50 percent credit or refund Sept. 20: Office of the Registrar audit Sept. 25: Fall My Payment Plan installment due Sept. 28: Last day to drop or withdraw, declare pass/not-pass, or change to or from audit for first-block classes

October 2011

Oct. 11: First-block classes end Oct. 11: Midsemester grade rosters available Oct. 12: Midsemester Oct. 13-16: Fall break (no classes; offices open) Oct. 17: Second-block classes begin Oct. 18: Last day to register or add second-block classes

Oct. 18: Last day to drop second-block classes 100 percent credit or refund Oct. 19: Fall 2011 midsemester grade rosters must be submitted online by 10 a.m.

Oct. 19: Last day to drop full-semester classes at 25 percent credit or refund Oct. 20: Midsemester grades available online Oct. 21: Last day to drop second-block classes at 75 percent credit or refund Oct. 25: Final fall My Payment Plan installment due Oct. 28: Last day to drop second-block classes at 50 percent credit or refund Oct. 28: Last day for instructors to drop students for not attending secondblock classes

November 2011

Nov. 10: Last day to drop second-block classes at 25 percent credit or refund Nov. 11: Last day to drop or withdraw, declare Pass/Not-Pass and change to or from audit for full-semester classes Nov. 22: Thursday evening (4 p.m. or later) classes meet; Tuesday evening classes do not meet Nov. 22: Last day to drop or withdraw, declare Pass/Not-Pass or change to or

from audit for second-block classes Nov. 23: Thanksgiving holiday (no classes; offices open) Nov. 24-27: Thanksgiving holiday (No classes; offices closed)

December 2011

Dec. 8: Last day of classes Dec. 9: Study Day (no classes) Dec. 10-15: Final-exam period Dec. 16: Fall commencement Dec. 19: Final grades must be submitted by 10 a.m.

Dec. 20: Grades available on My Missouri State website Dec. 22: Transcripts with fall 2011 grades available beginning today Dec. 26-31: Holiday break (no classes; offices closed)

January 2012

Jan. 2: Holiday break (No classes; offices closed) Jan. 9: Transcripts with fall 2011 degrees earned available beginning today

February 2012

Feb. 17: Diplomas for fall 2011 graduates mailed beginning today Compiled and edited by Megan Gates

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Beat the budget blues: Score a scholarship Find out what scholarships are available at Missouri State this school year

By Brittany Forell The Standard

The days are over of racking up thousands of dollars in student loan debt in hopes to score a high-paying job directly after graduation. In a down economy and unprecedented unemployment rates for college graduates, it is time to consider alternative routes to paying for our education.

Missouri State has simplified the process of uncovering befitting scholarships for students of all backgrounds and strengths through The Office of Student Financial Aid online.

The scholarships that are offered fall in the

following categories.

If you possess the lucky fortune of being a first-year college student, you have many advantages when it comes to locating financial aid. The benefit is having a clean slate as nearly all scholarships are determined considering the entering student’s ACT score and their high school class rank or GPA. As a freshman you will be automatically entered to receive these scholarships when you apply to MSU. One of the most sought after scholarship is the Presidential Scholarship. This is gold to a college student as it’s value is $12,500 per year ($6,250 for tuition and $6,250 for oncampus housing). The total potential value over four years is $50,000.

Unfortunately there are only 30 of these scholarships available. To be eligible you must have a 30 or higher on the ACT and be ranked in the top 10 percent of your graduating class.

In addition to the Presidential Scholarship is the Board of Governor’s Scholarship, valued at $5,000 per year. It also waives any outof-state tuition fees for non-residents of Missouri. To be eligible you must be in the top 10

Freshman scholarships

scholarships available for graduate students pursuing higher education.

An opportunity that is hard to turn down is the chance to be a graduate assistant. Students who are appointed as graduate assistants are eligible for fee waiver scholarships to cover their graduate course fees. Fee waivers are intended to cover graduate courses required on the Adviser Approved Program of Study.

Fee-waiver scholarships are for up to 15 hours of course work for each of the fall and spring semesters. Those receiving summer Transfer Student Scholarships term fee-waiver scholarships have fee coverA perfect opportunity to continue the tra- age for up to six hours of course work. dition of low-cost education after completing two years at a community college would be to State Grants and Scholarships Many grants and scholarships are awarded aim for the Transfer Academic Scholarship.

Criteria to be eligible requires entering by the state of Missouri to reward students for students to be community college transfers academic or athletic achievements, service to who have completed (or will have completed a local community, unique skills, special talprior to their first semester at MSU) at least ents or even a specific career interest. Visit 45 transferable credit hours at the community Missouri Department of Higher Education at college with a 3.60 cumulative grade point dhe.mo.gov for a full list of available grants average. This scholarship is $1,500 per aca- and scholarships.

Don’t allow student loan debt to cripple demic year to those who are awarded. your early years of graduate freedom. Find Graduate Student Scholarships out more information about scholarships For those that can’t get enough of Mis- available to Missouri State students at souri State, there are many donor-funded www.missouristate.edu/financialaid.

percent of your class and at least a 28 on the ACT, or be an International Baccalaureate diploma recipient. The number of Board of Governor’s Scholarships given out each year varies with the amount of funds available from MSU for financial aid.

To find out more information about scholarships for incoming freshman and the requirements to keep your scholarship, visit missouristate.edu/financialaid and click on the freshman scholarships tab.

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Classes you can do when you have the time Find out if online courses are right for you Kaycie Surrell The Standard

If mornings aren’t for you and your job makes taking classes on campus nearly impossible then taking an online course at Missouri State may seem like the perfect alternative.

For some students, an online course can be just the thing for fitting in those extra hours needed to fill out a class schedule. They offer the added bonus of not having to leave your couch to attend them, and assignments can sometimes be completed at a more leisurely pace than with traditional college courses.

It comes down to a matter of convenience.

Some students may prefer to learn in a classroom with other students with the teacher right in front of them, guiding them through lesson plans, tests and assignments. If you would rather roll out of bed around noon and hop on your laptop to check Blackboard for your assignments, then an online class can be beneficial.

There’s also Springfield’s crazy weather to take into consideration. On the upside, with an online course you can avoid the ice and snow we’re sure to expect come winter. You can smile and wave at your friend’s frostbitten faces as they trek past your apartment on their way to class.

You’ll be warm and cozy, cocoa in hand and only a click or two away from turning in that 10-page paper you took your sweet time to work on.

The downfall is that while you may think you’ve got enough time to finish all of your assignments by the end of the semester, if you’re not careful you could put them off for too long and be facing an intimidating amount of work.

Not only could time slip away from you, but you’ll miss the opportunity to meet new people in your classes. Those obnoxious group projects teachers always seem to love so much can often lead to friendships down the line and an online class may inhibit your chances to mingle.

If online courses seem like a good fit for you, it is pretty easy to see what is available for the upcoming semester. Missouri State

offers online courses for almost every major and a lot of them are degree requirement classes.

Many online courses are being offered in the fall 2011 semester, including at least one course in each of the following areas: • Accounting • Agricultural Business • Animal Science • Biology • Biomedical Sciences • Business • Business Education • Chemistry • Child and Family Development • Communication • Computer Information Systems • Computer Science • Counseling • Criminology • Economics • Education Administration • Elementary Education • Engineering • English • Finance • French • Geography • History • Hospitality and Restaurant Administration • Instructional Media Technology • Insurance • Journalism • Language and Literature • Law • Management • Mathematics • Media • Nursing • Philosophy • Physical Education • Political Science • Psychology • Public Health • Quantitative Business Analysis • Reading • Religious Studies • Secondary Education • Social Work • Sociology • Special Education • Technology and Construction Management • Theater Log in to MyMissouriState and click on the Academics tab. You can use the registration tools available to see for yourself the exact classes offered in upcoming semesters and see if taking an online course is the right choice for you.

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Dorm rules that students should know

By Amanda Hess The Standard

1. Do not illegally download any movies or music.

2. You may only have guests stay a total of two nights a week, unless you have prior approval from a residence hall director.

3. You may only have up to two guests stay the night at a time.

4. All guests must be escorted through the residence halls from 7 p.m. to 10 a.m.

5. In Blair-Shannon, Freudenberger, Hammons, Hutchens (floors 2-5 and 8), Scholars ( floors 2-3), Wells and Woods, guests of the opposite gender are only allowed to visit between the hours of 10 a.m. and midnight during the week. Over the weekend, students are allowed to have 24-hour visitation.

6. In the Dogwood Apartments, Hutchens (Floors 1, 6 and 7), Kentwood Hall, Kentwood South Apartments, Scholars House (Floor 1), Sunvilla Tower and Apartments, and Wells (East Wing), guests of the opposite gender are allowed to visit all week 24-hours a day.

7. You cannot have pets within the residence halls unless they are fish held in aquariums that hold 20-gallons of water or less.

8. There are quiet hours in all residence halls. Each floor has quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 10 a.m. seven days a week unless

These are items that are not allowed in the dorms • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Alcoholic beverages Tobacco products Illegal drugs or paraphernalia Weapons of any kind (knives must be less than 2 inches long) Fireworks Candles Deep fryers Electric skillets or grills Torch lamps Heater units Hot plates Incense Lamps with plastic shades Pizza ovens or toaster ovens Sandwich makers Waterbeds Open-coiled appliances Ozone machines Microwaves or refrigerators (they will be provided)

they are Quiet Lifestyle floors. Quiet Lifestyle floors have quiet hours at all times except 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

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Where to find special deals downtown

By Colleen Hamilton The Standard

When it comes to bars and nightlife, Springfield has plenty of places to drink, listen to live music or watch a ball game. The downtown area has something for everyone and lots of happy hours to help your wallet.

Many places cater to the college crowd with nightly drink specials and college nights.

The Roost

2025 W. Sunshine St. Open 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday, 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday.

Happy hour: 4 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday includes $2 drafts and $2 well drinks.

St. Louis Cardinals special: $5 pitchers, $5 single-topping pizza, $5 boneless wings every time the Cardinals are on television.

Sunday: $4 henburger special.

Monday: $2 drafts, half-off grape and cherry bombs, half-off Red Bull and vodka, 50-cent wings from 6 p.m. to close.

Tuesday: 50-cent tacos, $5 pitchers from 6 p.m. to close.

Wednesday: $1 domestic bottles from 6 p.m. to close.

Friday and Saturday: $2 drafts, $3 shots from 10 p.m. to close.

well drinks, $1 house shots, $2 pints.

Tuesday: $2 bombs.

Wednesday: $2 Long Island’s Thursday: $3 vodka and Monster drinks.

Friday: $2 well drinks.

Saturday: $5 shot and pint.

Maria’s

406 South Ave. in the downtown area. Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Boomers Friday and Saturday.

631 S. Kimbrough Ave., across the Daily food specials. street from campus. Open noon to midHappy hour: 3 to 6 p.m. Monday night Sunday, 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Monthrough Friday includes $3.50 house day through Saturday. margaritas, $2 well drinks and $2.25 Happy hour: 4 to 6 p.m. Monday beers. through Friday includes $3 pints, $6 Monday: $3.50 house margaritas all Miller Lite pitchers, $3 Boulevard pints, day. $8 Boulevard pitchers every day.

Sunday: $3 bloody marys, 50-cent Farmers Gastropub wings.

431 S. Jefferson Ave., just a few Monday: College night includes $1

The Patton Alley Pub is located at 313 S. Patton Ave. and offers more than 40 beers on tap and live music.

blocks from campus. Bar hours are 4 to 10:30 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, 11 a.m. to midnight Thursday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Happy hour: Monday through Friday 4 to 7 p.m. and includes $2 off all draft beers.

Trolley’s Bar and Grille

107 Park Central Square in the downtown area. Open 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

Food and pitcher specials during games.

Happy hour: 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday includes half-price appetizers and two-for-one drink specials.

Monday: $1 domestic mugs, $2 import mugs, $5 Grey Goose, two-forone bombs Tuesday: $1 domestic bottles Wednesday: $3 well drinks, $3 Blue

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Patton Alley Pub

313 S. Patton Ave. Open 2 p.m. to 1 a.m. Monday through Saturday, 2 p.m. to midnight Sunday.

More than 40 beers on tap.

Live music.

All day happy hour on Sunday: Half-price appetizers, two-for-one well drinks and half-price American drafts.

Happy hour: 2 to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Late-night happy hour: 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Monday through Thursday.

Finnegan’s Wake

305 South Ave. Open Tuesday through Saturday 5 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

30 beers on tap.

10 Irish whiskeys on tap.

Serve South Avenue Pizza Co. pizza until midnight.

Happy hour: Tuesday through Saturday 3 to 7 p.m.

Wednesday: trivia night.

Martha’s Vineyard

219 W. Olive St. Open Monday through Saturday 5 p.m.to 1:30 a.m.

Beer specials on Monday night.

Tuesday: Drag race night.

Wednesday: All-night dance night.

Ebbets Field

Icon Night Club

307 Park Central East in the downtown area. Open Wednesday through Saturday 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

1027 E. Walnut St. just a few blocks from campus. Open every day 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Happy hour: 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Daily drink specials. Outdoor patio and bar.

Big Whiskey’s

Springfield Brewing Co.

311 Park Central East in the downtown area. Open 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday, 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m Monday through Saturday.

Happy hour: Monday through Friday 4 to 6 p.m.

Monday: College night Tuesday: Fill-the-pint night Wednesday: Fish bowl specials Thursday: Late-night specials

305 S. Market St. Open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, 11 a.m. to midnight Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday.

Brew-and-serve Mueller ales and lagers.

Their beer has won eight medals in the last 11 years at the Great American Beer Festival in Denver.

Live music.

Pitcher and food specials.

Fedora Social House

300 Park Central East in the downtown area. Open 4 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Tuesday through Saturday.

Happy hour: 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.

Tuesday: All imported beer only $2.

Candy store martinis and drinks.

Modern and classic fondue.

Ernie Biggs

312 South Ave. Open 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Thursday through Saturday.

Chicago-style dueling piano bar.

Tuesday: $2 domestic bottle or draft, $2 well drinks, $2 grapebomb, cherrybomb and Starburst shots, no cover Wednesday: $1 Blue Moon, Coors Banquet, Coors Light and Killians, $1 well drinks, $1 off anything in the house, $2 grape bomb, cherry bomb and Starburst shots, free cover before 10 p.m. with student ID. Thursday: $2 domestic bottle or draft, $3 you-call-it, $2 grape bomb, cherry bomb and Starburst shots, no cover.

Friday and Saturday: $2 Coors Banquet draft, $2.50 PBR tallboys, $2.75 Coors Light bottles, $3.50 Corona, $3 Jell-O shots.

Bugsy Malone’s

400 South Ave. Open 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

Karaoke bar.

Home of the $3 shot board.

Every night is mug night, refill your 32 oz. mug seven times for only $10.

Skinny Slim’s Public House

323 S. Patton Ave. Open 3 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.

Lindberg’s

318 W. Commercial St. Open 1 p.m. to 1 a.m. Monday through Saturday.

Happy hour: 5 to 9 p.m.

Happy hour all night on Tuesday.

Live music.

Outland and Outland Ballroom

326 South Ave. and 324 South Ave. Open 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

Live music.

Tropical Liqueurs

420 S. Campbell St., Suite 100. Open noon to 1:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday. $6 pitchers and $2 bottles Monday through Friday.

Monday: $1 off frozen drinks 3 to 8 p.m.

Tuesday: $1 off Tiger Paw all day.

Wednesday: $1 off Silver Bullet 3 to 8 p.m.

Thursday: $1 off Sweet Tart 3 to 8 p.m., $1 bottles 8 p.m. to midnight.

Friday: $1 off Brain Freeze 3 to 8 p.m.

Saturday: $1 off Sex on the Beach 3 to 8 p.m.

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Downtown Springfield offers many places to enjoy a drink.

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Students participated in “Bears Backing Haiti,” a fundraiser to help Haiti after the January 2010 earthquake. Students were able to connect with each other and help a country in need after an unfortunate event.

Getting involved is a great way to meet new people

By Lori Scheetz The Standard

Joining at least one organization while at college has many benefits: 1. It’s not only a good way to meet people if you’re new; it’s a great way to meet people with similar interests.

2. Participation in a club or activity can lead to the formation of study groups, or the possibility of meeting a new roommate for next semester.

3. Because Missouri State is such a large campus, getting involved outside of the classroom will help make a large campus feel smaller.

4. Future employers take note of the extracurricular commitments of college students. An ambitious character is face-value when a potential job candidate has a list of experiences ranging from Student Council member to photographer for the school newspaper to competitive swimmer.

There are hundreds of ways to get involved in organizations at Missouri State. Here are a few general ideas to get you started: • • • • • • • • • •

Academic and professional clubs Community service organizations Concert, jazz and marching bands Cultural/international clubs Honors societies Political clubs Religious involvement Sorority/fraternity life Sports and wellness activities Student government

To consider the possibilities, talk with an adviser or visit http://studentorganizations.missouristate. edu/guide.

STUDENT LIFE

The Moxie Cinema Shows independent films not shown in most theaters.

431 S. Jefferson Ave., No. 108 Adult, $8 Seniors & Students, $7 Matinee (before 5 p.m.), $6 Campbell 16 Cine 4005 South Ave. Student, $7.25 Adult (6 p.m. & after), $9.25 Matinee (before 6 p.m.), $7.25 Senior (60+), $7.25 Child (2-11), $6.50 3D additional $3 Palace Theatre Shows movies that have recently left mainstream theaters.

2220 W. Chesterfield Blvd.

All tickets, $3 Timewarp Tuesdays, $1

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College Station Stadium 14 415 W. College St. Student, $7.25 Adult, $9.50 Matinee (before 6 p.m.), $7.50 Senior (60+), $7.50 Take-It-Back Tuesdays, $7.50 3D additional $3 Springfield 8 IMAX and additional auditoriums scheduled to be open in November.

3200 E. Montclair St. Student, $7 Adult, $9 Matinee, $7 Senior (55+), $7 Child, $6.25

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Fraternity and sorority life on the MSU campus PANHELLENIC COUNCIL (SORORITIES) Alpha Chi Omega, Zeta Sigma

Office: 417-864-8957 Year nationally founded: 1885 Year locally founded: 1983 Chapter size: 172 Philanthropy: Family Violence Center

Alpha Delta Pi, Gamma Mu

Office: 404-378-3164 Adviser contact: Shari McKinney, shariadpi@sbcglobal.net Year nationally founded:1851 Year locally founded: 1949 Philanthropy: Ronald McDonald House Charities

Alpha Sigma Alpha, Beta Sigma

Office: 417-862-0114 Year nationally founded: 1901 Year locally founded: 1947 Chapter size: 134 Philanthropy: Special Olympics, S. June Smith Center

Gamma Phi Beta, Delta Nu

http://gammaphibetamissouritate.edu Year nationally founded: 1874 Year locally founded: 2008 Chapter size: 130

Philanthropy: Camp Fire USA

Sigma Kappa, Delta Upsilon

http://www.sigmakappamostate.com Year nationally founded: 1874 Year locally founded: 1959 Chapter size: 168 Philanthropy: Alzheimer’s Association, Inherit the Earth, Maine Sea Coast Missionary Society and Gerontology

Delta Zeta, Epsilon Nu

Office: 417-863-9922 Year nationally founded: 1902 Year locally founded: 1990 Chapter size: 158 Philanthropy: Painted Turtle and MSU Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders.

INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL (FRATERNITIES) Alpha Gamma Sigma, Epsilon

Office: 417-831-2121 Year nationally founded: 1931 Year locally founded: 1970 Local Chapter Size: 8 Philanthropy: Therapeutic Riding of the Ozarks

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Fraternity and sorority members spend plenty of time outside their chapter houses.

Alpha Kappa Lambda, Beta Psi Office: 417-831-6286 Year nationally founded: 1914

Year locally founded: 1992 Local chapter size: 85 Philanthropy: Family Violence Center

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http://www.smsdeltachi.org Year nationally founded: 1890 Year locally founded: 1985 Local chapter size: 30 Philanthropy: The V Foundation for Cancer Research

Kappa Alpha Order, Gamma Beta

Office: 417-234-6352 Year nationally founded: 1865 Year locally founded: 1947 Local chapter size: 31 Philanthropy: Muscular Dystrophy Association

Kappa Sigma, Mu-Rho

Office: 417-865-8988 Year nationally founded: 1869 Year locally founded: 1984 Local Chapter Size: 82 Philanthropy: Fallen Heroes

Phi Delta Theta, Missouri Epsilon

http://www.missouriepsilon.com Year nationally founded: 1848 Year locally founded: 1985 Local chapter size: 56 Philanthropy: ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease)

Phi Gamma Delta, Psi Mu

Office: 417-836-5000 Year nationally founded: 1848 Year locally founded: 2009

For information on fraternity and sorority recruitment, see the schedules on Page 81.

Local Chapter Size: 64 Philanthropy: Fiji Run, Black Diamond Golf Tournament

Pi Kappa Phi, Theta Lambda

Office: 417-865-8988 Year nationally founded: 1904 Year locally founded: 2005 Local chapter size: 63 Philanthropy: Push America

Sigma Nu, Theta Sigma

Chapter president: Mark Austin, 314-9605758 Year nationally founded: 1869 Year locally founded: 1972 Local chapter size: 30 Philanthropy: The Helping Hand Initiative

Sigma Phi Epsilo, Missouri Eta

http://studentorganizations.missouristate.e

du/sigmaphiepsilon Year nationally founded: 1901 Year locally founded: 1956 Local chapter size: 97 Philanthropy: Special Olympics

Tau Kappa Epsilon, Beta Omega

Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, Sigma Theta

http://www.wix.com/sigmatheta/missouristate-alphas Year nationally founded: 1906 Year locally founded: 1991 alphaphialpha@missouristate.edu

Office: 816-686-0408 Year nationally founded: 1899 Year locally founded: 2007 Local chapter size: 54 Philanthropy: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Delta Sigma Theta sorority, Rho Beta

Theta Chi, Iota Beta

Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, Mu Epsilon

Office: 417-862-3232 Year nationally founded: 1856 Year locally founded: 1997 Local chapter size: 102 Philanthropy: Ozark Literacy Council

LOCAL CHAPTERS Xi Omicron Iota sorority

http://xiomicroniota.webs.com Year locally founded: 2002

Sigma Alpha Chi Latina sorority

http://organizations.missouristate.edu/sigmaalphachi/ Year locally founded: 1997

NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL (HISTORICALLY AFRICAN-AMERICAN FRATERNITIES AND SORORITIES)

http://organizations.missouristate.edu/Delt aSigmaTheta/index.htm Year nationally founded: 1913 Year locally founded: 1989 deltasigmatheta@missouristate.edu http://organizations.missouristate.edu/kapsi Year founded nationally: 1911 Year founded locally: 1984 Nupes@MissouriState.edu

Omega Psi Phi fraternity, Omicron Kappa http://www.omegapsiphifraternity.org/ Founded nationally: 1911

Phi Beta Sigma fraternity, Rho Chi

http://organizations.missouristate.edu/phibetasigma/ Founded locally: 1989 Founded nationally: 1914

Zeta Phi Beta sorority

http://www.zphib1920.org Year founded locally: 1996 Year founded nationally: 1920

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Forget Geek Squad: Free tech services are available on campus for MSU students

videos and help topics on computing, software, wireless systems and printing. Here you will find all of the information you need on Whether you have a question about print- Blackboard, Banner, and general help for ing wirelessly on campus, need help using a computer needs. Visit their website at program or new operating system, or aren’t experts.missouristate.edu. sure what cell phone to buy, the services below are available for student assistance.

Web Help Desk The Web Help Desk is available to provide Computer Services help desk support for Missouri State University web Missouri State’s Computer Services help development efforts. They can assist in creatdesk is comprised of both full-time staff ing new web sites or adding and removing members and student workers who can pro- web developers for official sites. vide consultation, troubleshooting services, Open lab hours provide an opportunity for solutions and general computer assistance. students to stop in the Cheek 100 computer Computer Services runs four open-access lab for face-to-face support and are held on computer labs on campus, as well as a cen- Fridays from 1 to 4 p.m. in Cheek Hall, Room tralized workshop and call center facility in 100. You can also call at 417- 836-5271 to Cheek Hall. The open-access computer labs speak to a Web Help Desk employee directly. are collectively open from Sunday at noon Also check out their podcast, Web InSights, until Friday at midnight, and Saturday from for training and insights on web techniques, 10 a.m. to midnight. Not all labs are open at services and strategies available on iTunes U. all times, though, so be sure to check out each lab’s webpage to find out its hours. You can eBear eBear is an online guide for students to also call the help desk at 417-836-5891. access information on technological opportuExperts Documentation Library nities on campus. It is a guide to Blackboard, The Experts Documentation Library is an iCourses, online libraries, Bearmail and all online resource that provides an up-to-date, technology-related services. You can access searchable library of documentation, how-to eBear at ebear.missouristate.edu.

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STUDENT LIFE

Fix those presets A quick look at what’s on the radio dial here in Springfield KWND

88.3 FM

KFWC KSCV KSMU KTOC KOMG KNYD

89.1 90.1 91.1 91.5 92.9 93.7

KTTS KADI

94.7 FM 95.5 FM

KSPW KXUS KWTO KADI

96.5 97.3 98.7 99.5

FM FM FM FM FM FM

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Christian Contemporary Christian Christian Public Radio Christian Top 40 Christian Contemporary Country 1980s to today Pop Classic Rock Sports Radio Christian Contemporary

KGMY KTXR

100.5 FM 101.3 FM

KQRA

102.1 FM

KSGF KKLH KOSP KGBX KRZK KZRQ KRLK KWTO KBFL KSGF KGMY KLFJ

104.1 FM 104.7 FM 105.1 FM 105.9 FM 106.3 FM 106.7 FM 107.7 FM 560 AM 1060 AM 1260 AM 1400 AM 1550 AM

Country Adult Contemporary Alternative Rock News Talk Classic Hits Country Hot AC Country Rock Country Talk Easy Listening News Talk Sports Talk

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Shuttle service saves students time and gas money

By Damien M. DiPlacido The Standard

No matter what your destination on campus may be, the safe, convenient shuttles of Missouri State’s Bear Line will get you there in a timely manner.

Hop on any of the comfortable, climatecontrolled shuttles and enjoy a quick ride to class, the library, Plaster Student Union or any of the numerous Bear Line stops located on and around campus.

Jay Huff, assistant director of Missouri State’s Safety and Transportation Department, encourages students to use the free shuttle service as much as possible.

“With parking being a little limited in some places, the Bear Line offers curbside pick-up and drop-offs at many of our academic buildings,” Huff said. “Students can’t always have this luxury with their own cars.”

If a student’s classes are spread out around many of the different buildings on campus, the Bear Line can drop them off at one building and pick them up at another, Huff said. That way, students don’t have to return to their cars or dorms until their classes are over.

“From that standpoint, there’s quite a bit

of convenience for students, as well as faculty and staff,” Huff said. “It eliminates having to find different parking spots throughout the day.”

For students who commute to Missouri State’s campus, all they have to do is park in one of the parking garages and catch the shuttle. Bear Park North is located one block west of John Q. Hammons Parkway, with entrances on Cherry and Elm streets, and Bear Park South is at the intersection of Holland Avenue and Grand Street.

Riders should arrive about 15 minutes early in order to allow plenty of time to reach their destinations. The Shuttles make stops every five to eight minutes on average.

Each shuttle is also equipped with special lift devices to allow people with wheel chairs or physical limitations to ride safely.

The Bear Line shuttles are currently undergoing a complete GPS tracking overhaul, Huff said. All the GPS units and software in the shuttles are being replaced.

“We hope to have the GPS units fully operational by the start of school in the fall,” Huff said. “Once we have all the software backed up and running, people will be able to track the shuttles on their smart phones.”

The Bear Line shuttle service also has a

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The Bear Line can save students the time and effort of moving their cars throughout the day or the trouble of racing across campus on foot between classes.

severe weather plan in place. When a severe their route. weather warning such as a tornado is issued The main shuttles operate from 7 a.m. to 6 by the national weather service, the shuttle p.m. Monday through Friday, and there are drivers will proceed to the nearest shelter on also night routes and summer routes.

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Campus media provide news, entertainment and production experience to students and community

The Standard appreciates student input and if you would like to comment on a story, voice a complaint, suggest ideas for coverage Are you looking for information about or make a correction to a story, you may do so what’s happening on campus or in the com- on its website or by calling The Standard’s munity? Are you interested in learning more office at 417-836-5272. about media or producing it?

Missouri State offers several resources to The Growl A 24/7 Internet radio station, The Growl to keep you informed about what’s happening in the world around you while also offering gives anyone with a love for radio the opporopportunities for you to get involved in the tunity to create their own radio show.

Radio hosts are given the freedom to creproduction aspect. ate their own show formats with The Growl The Standard providing a database maintained by producers Published on Tuesdays and distributed of the station, listeners and local artists. around campus, The Standard is a weekly To listen to The Growl you will need a publication that is your outlet for news that media player, such as Windows Media Playaffects the university community. er; a computer and access to the Internet.

The Standard is an entirely student-run Once you have these three things, go to newspaper that relies on revenue it receives The Growl’s website, http://thegrowl.misthrough advertising, not funding from student souristate.edu, and click on the listen live fees or the university itself, to operate. option. The Growl will then play through In addition to the newspaper it produces your personal media player on your computeach week, The Standard has an online pres- er. ence at http://www.the-standard.org, a FaceYou can join The Growl and become a book page and a Twitter account (TheS- show host by attending a meeting, paying tandard_MSU) for breaking news. dues and attending a training session during

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and studios of Ozarks Public Television. the academic year.

Channel 21 KOZK in Springfield and For information on meeting times, email thegrowl@missouristate.edu or visit the Stu- channel 26 KOZJ in Joplin, OPT provides PBS programming and educational television dent Media Center at 744 E. Cherry St. shows to 549,540 households in the southKSMU west Missouri and four state area.

KSMU, 91.1 FM, is an affiliate of NationOPT has a large primarily volunteer staff al Public Radio and has been housed in that handles production, administration and Strong hall since 1998. fundraising while also offering internships to In addition to broadcasting NPR news, students. local news coverage and classical music to OPT provides local programming includthe area, KSMU also broadcasts local shows, ing “OzarksWatch Video Magazine,” “Ozarks such as “These Ozark Hills,” “Arts News,” Reflections,” “Sense of Community,” “The “Weekend Outlook” and “Global Citzen- Original Springfield Cardinals: A Look ship.”

Back,” “Lady Bear Basketball: A Dream The station offers internships and other Come True” and “Ozark Jubilee: A Living opportunities for students to become involved Legacy.” with broadcast production throughout the For a full list of programs and a complete academic year. programming schedule, visit their website at To learn more about internship positions, http://www.optv.org. visit the station’s website at http://www.

If you’re interested in an internship, appliksmu.org/content/view, email it at cations are available at the Office of Human ksmu@missouristate.edu or call its offices at Resources in Carrington Hall. You can also 417-836-5878. call their offices at 417-836-3500, stop by their offices Monday through Friday from 8 Ozarks Public Television a.m. to 5 p.m. or email them at Also housed in Strong Hall are the offices mail@optv.org.

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What to do if you think you’re sick Taylor gives MSU students low-cost care

By Amanda Hess The Standard

Have a cold and need to see a doctor?

Need to fill a prescription but don’t have a car to get off of campus to a pharmacy? Taylor Health and Wellness Center is the on-campus doctor’s office for students, faculty and staff.

The clinic is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care and has physicians, nurses, registered pharmacists, and lab and X-ray technicians on staff.

Taylor Health and Wellness provides routine and preventive medical services such as treatment of illnesses, injuries and providing vaccinations. The clinic also provides women’s health services, and specialist consultations with professionals of internal medicine, psychiatry, radiology, orthopedics and gynecology.

The pharmacy can fill prescriptions writ-

Prices for office visits at Taylor Health Center Visit type Basic Intermediate Extended Comprehensive

Student Free $34 $55 $75

Employee $34 $55 $85 $119

ten by the center or your personal doctor and is stocked with over-the-counter products like allergy medications and bandages. The center has an on-site lab and radiology department to further test patients.

The center provides education programs for CPR and First Aid training, self-defense, weight management, nutrition, stress management, sexuality, alcohol and other drug awareness and prevention programs. They also have a program to quit smoking.

Taylor Health and Wellness is located near Plaster Student Union and the university bookstore. The clinic and pharmacy is open during the semester 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Taylor Health and Wellness is closed Saturdays and Sundays and during university holidays. If you want to make an appointment, call 417-836-4000.

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Taylor Health and Wellness Center is located next to the bookstore and can fill any prescription or medical needs you might have.

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Up in smoke City, MSU make new rules to crack down on smoking cigarettes

By Lori Scheetz The Standard

As of spring 2011, Springfield voters passed the smoking ban 53 to 47 percent.

Beginning June 11, all Springfield businesses became smoke-free. What does this mean for the community?

Any person lighting up within five feet of a doorway or inside any business could find themselves in hot water.

Fines are $50 per violation for individuals; business owners that violate the ban could be fined anywhere from $100 to $500 per day.

Additionally, less than a quarter of hotel rooms in 417 land will be smoking rooms.

The concern of what impact this ban will have on Springfield bars and restaurants seems to be slight, at least according to Ebbets Field General Manager Michael Moldenhauer. Moldenhauer said he believes the effect on Ebbets business and Springfield businesses in general may be felt initially, but within a short period people will adjust.

“We have probably about 30 to 40 percent of our patrons that smoke,” Moldenhauer said. “At first I think it will put a damper on business, but once people realize it’s everywhere and they can still smoke outside it will be

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Students who smoke should be aware of where each designated smoking area is located before they decide to light up on campus. fine. People aren’t going to stop eating and drinking just because they can’t smoke. It works in big cities so I think it will work here.”

As far as campus is concerned, designated smoking areas were implemented months before the city-wide ban as Missouri State made its first step toward a tobacco free campus last fall. Outdoor campus locations that permit smoking include: JQH Arena, Plaster Stadium, Hammons Student Center and Juanita K. Hammons Hall during performances or events. There are also permitted designated smoking areas on the university campus itself which are indicated by appropriate sig-

nage. Smoking outside of these approved areas could result in disciplinary action.

Missouri State is set to be 100% smoke free by August 12, 2012.

Taylor Health and Wellness Center offers a tobacco cessation program that is similar to the one used at the Mayo Clinic. The program combines physician visits with counseling sessions to help encourage and offer support to smokers who want to kick the habit for good. This program is offered free to any person who receives health insurance through Missouri State University. For more information, visit Missouristate.edu/tobaccofree.

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MSU affiliated with nearly 20 religious organizations With many choices, find the group that’s right for you

By Lori Scheetz The Standard

There are over 300 organizations at Missouri State, including various religious organizations. A full list of those organizations along with contact information and linked websites can be found at: http://organizations.missouristate.edu/guide/.

Missouri State University prides itself on equal rights for all students regardless of their religious affiliation. If there is a particular affiliation of interest not available on campus, students may contact the Office of Student Engagement for information on how to start one is also available on their website.

Religious organizations available on campus Baptist Student Union Campus Crusade for Christ Catholic Campus Ministry Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship Chinese Student Christian Association Christian Campus House Christian Student Center Cross Bearers First & Calvary Presbyterian Church Campus Ministry Gamma Alpha Lambda Latter-Day Saints Student Organization Lutheran Student Center Muslim Students Organization Potter’s House Power House Schweitzer College Ministry The Vine The Vineyard United Ministries in Higher Education

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There are many religious organizations on campus that students can get involved in.

Some of them include The Vine, Baptist Student Union, Muslim Students Organization and Latter-Day Saints Student Organization.

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The long-awaited student recreation center is now expected to be open in February 2012. University officials broke ground on the project in spring 2010. Students voted in spring 2006 to approve a student fee to pay for the center.

Rec center to be open for students in February

By Harrison Keegan The Standard

No one likes construction, but on a college campus construction means growth, and that is always a good thing. For the fall semester, Missouri State students will have to dodge a few construction trucks in the middle of campus, but early in the spring, the state-of-theart student recreation center will open and the small inconveniences will be long forgotten.

The university broke ground on the recreation center in the spring of 2010 and Susie Mahoney, associate director of campus recreation, said they expect to open in February.

Mahoney said having the new recreation center should help Missouri State keep pace with other schools.

“A lot of schools in Missouri, when we look at our benchmark institutions, a lot of them do have a dedicated rec center for students to come and work out,” she said.

The recreation center will feature something for just about everyone. The 100,000 square foot building will have an indoor jogging track, locker rooms, a sauna, basketball courts, a fitness center, rock climbing and bouldering walls, a wellness center, multipurpose rooms and a multi-purpose activity court.

If you are looking for a more low-impact workout, the recreation center will also have a 7,000 square foot pool with three lap lanes, a water current channel and an open water area.

When the weather gets nice, the recreation center’s outdoor patio will be the place to be.

Mahoney said she anticipates the facilities hours of operation to be 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. during the week and then shorter hours on the weekends.

There is an $80 charge built into student fees to pay for the recreation center, so most of the services will be available to students for free once they are on campus. There will be some charge for intramural sports and group fitness classes.

Mahoney said that she encourages students to get the most out of the recreation center.

“We want students to know that you’re already paying for this, so come utilize it,” Mahoney said.

In addition to the fitness opportunities, the recreation center will also create a lot of parttime jobs for students. Students will work the front desk, sign people up for programs, plan events, officiate intramural games and work with the climbing wall.

Mahoney said crews are working hard to ensure that construction of the recreation center does not interfere with move-in weekend.

“There is a lot of construction on campus, so everyone is working feverishly so that it does not (affect move-in weekend),” Mahoney said.

Construction may be a nuisance, but once you get on the basketball court or take your first dive in the new pool it will be water under the bridge.

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Frolic and play in Springfield’s 92 parks

By Megan Gates The Standard

As a college student, it’s easy to get in the habit of spending hours indoors studying your life away.

However, every now and then taking a break to spend some time outdoors enjoying nature may be just the relief your brain needs to focus on that next chapter of your textbook.

Thankfully Springfield has a variety of options, including 92 parks and a zoo, perfect for enjoying a day in the sun.

MAJOR PARKS IN SPRINGFIELD Phelps Grove Park

950 E. Bennett St. Phelps Grove has a pool, rose garden, tennis courts, baseball field, a xeriscape garden, picnic tables, grills, horseshoes, playground equipment and a walking trail.

Jordan Valley Park

635 E. Trafficway St. Jordan Valley is a popular place when the weather’s nice as it is next door to the Mediacom Ice Park, has an ampitheater, paved walking trails and an expo park.

Miles Park

Located at 2000 E. Cherry St. Miles Park has playground equipment and an outdoor basketball court.

Sequiota Park

3500 S. Lone Pine Ave. Sequiota has a lake surrounded by picnic areas, a 3-mile walking trail and playground equipment.

McDaniel Park

2405 S. National Ave. McDaniel has swings, an Ozark Greenways trail and a walking trail.

Close Memorial Park

2400 S. Scenic Ave. Close Memorial has free gardens that pedestrians can walk through along with a free butterfly house open on weekends in the summer from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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The Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden was built with help from Isesaki, Japan, Springfield’s sister city.

Cruse Dog Park

2100 W. Catalpa St. Cruse Dog Park requires a registration fee for dogs for a fee of $25 per year to access fenced off-leash play areas for large and small dogs.

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

2400 S. Scenic Ave. Built with the help of Springfield’s Sister City Isesaki, Japan, the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden is a traditional Japanese Garden complete with a moon bridge. It is open from April through October, Thursday through Monday from 9 a.m. to 7

p.m. Admission is $3 for anyone over the age of three.

Grant Beach Park

833 W. Calhoun St. Grant Beach Park offers a swimming and wading pool, picnic tables, a basketball court, playground equipment, a baseball field and tennis courts. It is also home to the Railroad Historical Museum that gives free tours on Saturdays from 2 to 4 p.m.

Cooper Park

2300-2700 E. Pythian St. Cooper Park offers a walking trail, outdoor and indoor soccer

fields, lighted baseball fields, an indoor tennis complex with 12 courts, an outdoor stadium court and outdoor lighted courts.

about parks in the Springfield area, visit the Springfield-Greene County Park Board’s website at www.parkboard.org.

Dickerson Park Zoo

Springfield Conservation Nature Center

1400 W. Norton Road Dickerson Park Zoo hosts a variety of animals including elephants, giraffes and lions, along with 147 other species of animals. They are open everyday in April through September, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and October through March, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $8.

To find out more information

4601 S. Nature Center Way This park, operated by the Missouri Department of Conservation, sits on Lake Springfield west of U.S. Highway 60 and U.S. Highway 65. It includes an education center and walking trails of different lengths. The trails are open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

March 1 to Oct. 31 and from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. the rest of the year.

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Beating the homesick blues: A college student’s guide

By Kaycie Surrell The Standard

The tiny little dorm room you’ve secured for the school year is completely packed, Mom and Dad are tearfully waving goodbye from the car, and despite all your worst fears, you made it to college. So what is that nagging little feeling pulling at your heartstrings?

I’m afraid that is nothing but good old fashioned homesickness my dears.

After spending all summer talking about nothing but wild college parties, what a great mascot a bear is, and how nobody will be around to tell you to pick your dirty socks up off the floor, it may be a little surprising to miss your family quite so much.

Homesickness is pretty common among college students and its understandable considering that sometimes students come from very far away to attend school. And even though you might live right here in Springfield, a big change in routine can freak out any normal human being.

Not to worry, with a little help from Missouri State and some fool-proof tips I’ve comprised myself, you can be back to taking the best years of your life for granted in no time.

Carrington Hall, Room 311 offers a variety of services to students dealing with issues they may not be able to take on all by themselves.

They have licensed psychologists and counselors on hand to help students overcome feelings of depression or anxiety they may have about being away from home for the first time.

These services are of course completely confidential and completely free of charge because everybody needs a little extra help sometimes and there’s no shame in asking for it from people with a bit more experience in such matters.

However, if you’re trying to beat this little bout of homesickness all on your own, it can be done.

Lucky for you, Springfield comes fully equipped with its very own Target, Hobby Lobby and several Wal-Marts all conveniently located within a few miles of one another so even if you don’t have a car, buddy up with that new roommate of yours and head down to the brightly lit college kid section (it will be the one full of half-off mini-fridges) and pick yourself out a few new posters, maybe some snacks. It’s truly amazing what a few posters and some comforting snacks can do for a person.

Which brings me to food. Every dorm on campus offers either a central kitchen or a kitchenette for some of the fancy suite style rooms. This means that you can not only get a top-of-the-line education while at Missouri State but also improve your culinary skills.

Call your mom, grandmother, dad or whoever and beg for that secret family recipe that you love so much, then make it. If what you’re really craving is that fabulous fried chicken you always eat when you’re at home, get yourself a Dillon’s Plus Card (they’re free), stock up on all the necessary ingredients for your favorite dish, then get to cooking, possibly with your new roommate.

Indulge In Comfort Food

First, try making your dorm room suck less. That’s right, sprucing up where you sleep can drastically improve how you feel about having to be somewhere that you aren’t completely comfortable with yet.

I understand it can be a little embarrassing to bring that special blanket with you that you’ve slept with under your pillowcase since you were two but this isn’t high school anymore, the majority of people you’ll meet at Ask For Help college aren’t here to judge you, they’re here Create a Mix-Tape The Missouri State Counseling Center in to learn. Sound lame? It isn’t.

Homesickness still doesn’t have to become

Claim Your Space

the bane of your existence. Some of us cope differently. Luckily, somewhere in history something fabulous was invented, the mixtape. Of course now it would be a mix-tape play list on your iPod or some other device but still, songs mixed together for your enjoyment.

Listening to music that reminds you of certain members of your family, that band that your dad likes so much or just something you love to hear when you’re feeling weird can really help level out your emotions.

Sometimes this means dealing with them instead of filing them somewhere behind that huge exam you have on Monday and what to eat for dinner. So take an hour, let yourself zone out and listen to some songs that get you to your happy place.

If nothing here seems to be doing the trick, you can always give up, pack up all your trinkets, go home and find yourself a nice corners in Mom’s basement to call your own. Get used to living life under your parents thumb forever and a full-time gig at the local fast food joint.

When something gets really bad, consider the alternative and you may find that to your surprise, things are really never as bad as they could be. I promise that over time Missouri State will grow on you and soon you’ll find yourself homesick for Springfield during winter break, and the life and friends that you’ve grown accustomed to here.

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Chartwells brings changes to MSU

By Lauren Healey The Standard

The Missouri State University Board of Governors approved a 10-year contract with Chartwells in the spring of 2011 to serve students in the dining centers and in the food court of the Plaster Student Union, as well as other locations across campus.

Chartwells replaces Sodexo and will also be providing catering service for the university. This contract went in to effect on May 16.

Perhaps the biggest changes Chartwells is bringing to MSU are the new food vendors in Plaster Student Union.

Chartwells will operate Garst Dining Center, located between Hammons House and Hutchens House; Blair-Shannon Dining Center in Blair-Shannon House; and the Kentwood Dining Center in Kentwood Hall.

Chartwells is a unit of British-based Compass Group PLC and provides food service to colleges and K-12 schools.

PSU FOOD COURT CHANGES What’s out What’s in Blimpie’s Subway Domino’s Papa John’s Grill 155 Smasher’s Burgers Kaldi’s Starbucks Chick-fil-A Wok & Roll and Freshens will remain for the first year of the Chartwells contract.

(Chartwells will try to bring in Panda Express to replace Wok & Roll.)

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Papa John’s is set to replace Domino’s Pizza in the Plaster Student Union this fall.

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Local music scene: The regulars

By Lauren Healey The Standard

Music is an integral part of humanity. For some of us, the music fix can only be truly attained with live music and the energy of the band or DJ and other music-lovers. Luckily, Springfield has a variety of live weekly shows. Find your favorites and groove away!

Sunday

• Shawn Eckels, Ebbets Field Downtown, 8 p.m., all ages, no cover.

Tuesday

• Quantum Groove (funk-blues-jam fusion), Lindberg’s, 10 p.m., 21+, no cover.

• MAKEOUT! (Indie-electro-dubstep DJ dance beats often with special local guests and a photo booth for those of you who want to be seen) Outland Ballroom (in July, location subject to change), 18+, sometimes no cover before 10 p.m. or for 21+.

Wednesday

• Dug & the SOULar Panels (variety of soulful covers), Patton Alley Pub, 7 to 10 p.m., all ages, no cover.

Thursday

• The Detectives (‘50s & ‘60s rock ‘n’ soul covers), The Outland, 10:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., 21+ $5, 18+ $7. (double-check 18+ price) • The DJ’s of LemonDrop (often with local bands), Highlife Martini Lounge, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., 21+ $5.

Friday

• Black Box Revue (indie electronic DJ tunes), The Outland, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., 18+, $5.

Saturday

• Power 96.5 FM DJs, Icon Nightclub, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., no cover before 10 p.m., Ladies 18+ $10, 21+ $5 (double check prices)

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Keep an eye out for these other local bands They don't have a regular schedule but they do play often in Springfield so keep your eyes peeled for these names when perusing the local music scene.

Jah Roots (reggae/rap) Speakeasy (groove-oriented progressive rock) Slapdash Science (instrumental rock) Han Trio (rock covers) Chaka ContraBand (rock covers) The Skeletons (rock ‘n’ roll, R&B and soul) Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin (indie rock) Ben Miller Band (rock and bluegrass) Some Young Animal (rock, blues and jazz) JM Buttermilk’s Hot Buttered Soul and R&B Revue (‘60s covers) The Airwalks (‘90s covers) St. Dallas & The Sinners (rock ‘n’ roll)

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First Friday Art Walk is held the first Friday of every month in downtown Springfield and features works by artists, food and live music.

Art Walk unites Springfield

By Lori Scheetz The Standard

Celebrating its 10th birthday this year, First Friday Art Walk has become a community event involving not only art galleries but restaurants and other local businesses as well.

Initially started to display the work of various artists, Art Walk now includes everything from visual to performing arts and more.

Local galleries that participate in Art Walk try to do something different every month.

Whether it’s hosting a new visual artist to display, or offering free food samples from a local restaurant, Art Walk ties the community of Springfield together in a unique way.

Ashley Day, studio manager for Randy Bacon Photography, said that Art Walk has turned into something much bigger than initially imagined. Working for Bacon, who is one of the founders of Art Walk, involves managing various Art Walk activities each

month.

“Art Walk started as a community event for everyone whether they’re interested in art or not,” Day said. “It turned into something a lot bigger. Not only do the art galleries participate, but local downtown businesses participate as well. It’s family friendly. There’s live entertainment so there’s not only visual art, but performing art. People do music and skits.

You’ll find musicians playing on the sidewalks. It’s a lot of fun.”

For those who are enticed by food offerings, Art Walk offers its share of temptation.

“Typically, there is food,” Day said.

“Some galleries do complementary food and wine. Often times, local restaurants and businesses will sponsor a gallery. For instance, we’ve gotten free samples from Ophelia’s.

We’ve had Heroes coffee here, too.”

Art Walk is held on the first Friday of every month from 6 to10pm. For information on where to park and other downtown Springfield activities, visit: itsalldowntown.com.

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What’s happening in local theater scene?

Whether you have never been to the theater or go to every show, Springfield has local theaters to entertain you. Here is a list of a few performances that are going to happen this year.

Juanita K. Hammons Hall

Sept. 9-10, 15-18, 22-24 Rabbit Hole Vandivort Center

311 E. Walnut St. www.springfieldlittletheatre.org

Oct. 18-19 The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanely, Jr. Springfield Little Theatre Oct. 21-22 The New Mel Brooks Musical: Young Frankenstein Juanita K. Hammons Hall Oct. 25 Aquila Theatre: The Importance of Being Earnest Juanita K. Hammons Hall Nov. 2 Mad Science presents CSI: LIVE! Juanita K. Hammons Hall Nov. 18-20, 25-27 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Vandivort Theatre Dec. 1-4 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Vandivort Theatre Dec. 6-7 A Christmas Story Springfield Little Theatre Dec. 8-10 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Vandivort Theatre Jan. 12-15, 19-22

525 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway www.hammonshall.com

Springfield Little Theatre

Vandivort Center

305 E. Walnut St. www.vandivort.com The Seafarer Vandivort Theatre Feb. 10-11, 16-19, 23-25 Alfred Hitchcock’s “The 39 Steps” Vandivort Theatre March 1 Ballet Memphis Juanita K. Hammons Hall March 6-7 Guys & Dolls, Jr. Springfield Little Theatre March 22-25 Evita Vandivort Theatre March 30 The Color Purple Juanita K. Hammons Hall April 27-28 Shrek The Musical Juanita K. Hammons Hall April 19-22 Enron Vandivort Theatre

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Members of fraternities and sororities at Missouri State participate in many social, fundraising and fun activities throughout the school year.

Fraternity and sorority life calendar of events for the 2011 fall semester SORORITIES 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19

FRATERNITIES 12:30 to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21

12:30 to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21

6 to 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 22

Tuesday, Aug. 23

7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 22

Ice cream social North Mall

Fraternity and Sorority Life 101 Hammons Student Center west court Potential member mandatory meeting Plaster Student Union Ballroom (3 to 4 p.m.)

Glass Hall 101 (7 to 8 p.m.)

(You must attend at least one meeting to go through recruitment.)

Thursday, Aug. 25, to Sunday, Aug. 28

Sorority recruitment Register here: http://www.missouristate.edu/studentengagement/greeklife/

5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 29 Sorority Bid Day

Fraternity and Sorority Life 101 Hammons Student Center west court Fraternity information session Plaster Student Union Ballroom Student Activities Council hypnotist PSU Theater

8 to 10 p.m. Monday, Aug. 22

Fraternity games night Plaster Student Union Level 1 Game Center

4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23 Fraternity block party Location TBA

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Move-in weekend is an exciting time on the Missouri State campus.

Map out your move-in weekend

By Greg Edwards The Standard

Starting at 8 a.m. on Aug. 19, and continuing up until Aug. 22, countless students will trudge out of the comfort of their parents’ luxurious homesteads and make the move to residence halls throughout Missouri State’s campus.

Even though moving your vast assortment of stuff may sound like a challenge at first, Missouri State’s Bear Crew, a group of volunteers that helps students move in, will have your back.

“When students and their families arrive in front of their building, Bear Crew volunteers will be available at the curb to help students unload their belongings from their cars and assist taking the items to their rooms,” Bear Crew organizer Jane Markin said.

Markin said that the Bear Crew is made up of students, faculty and staff that are all interested in making moving in easier.

On top of utilizing the Bear Crew, Markin said that patience is the key during move-in weekend.

“It is important for students to be patient during the move-in process,” she said. “Residence Life and Services is working hard to move the move-in process as smooth as possible, but we do have many students that will want to move in at the same time.”

“We will provide plenty of staff to help direct the move-in process starting with the traffic to our Bear Crew volunteers helping

unload their belongings and take them to their room.”

Markin said that families should also not fret over figuring out where to park.

“During move-in weekend, there will be police officers directing traffic to get to the residence halls and unload items,” she said. “There will be a 30-minute time limit on parking in front of the residence halls as we want students to unload their items from their car and have someone park their car. The best places to park will be Bear Park North or Bear Park South (parking garages).”

A golf cart shuttle will also be available to help transport students and families after they park, Markin said.

Carrie Casper, the Hammons House residence hall director, said she recommends students bring dollies to help with the move, although residence halls will have some carts.

“The residence halls do have carts available at the front desk to help with moving in students belongings,” she said. “Carts can be limited at times though, so I do suggest that if you own a dolly, to bring it along as it will help with the move-in process.”

Casper said she wanted to stress that staying comfortable will be beneficial to students and their families when lugging their possessions into their new rooms.

“I recommend parents and students wear comfortable shoes and clothes,” she said. “I also recommend having a water bottle, as most move in weekends tend to be hot, and staying hydrated is important.”

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Finding part-time work is a full-time job

tant director of Student Employment Services.

Barb said that students should go to www.missouristate.edu/studentemp and click on the link for Missouri State students in the middle of the page. That link should direct them to a vast assortment of potential moneymaking options.

If going online and searching for a job is not possible, walking over to the Student Employment Services office, located in BlairShannon House 113, is also an option. The office is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday

By Greg Edwards through Friday. Staff in the Student EmployThe Standard ment Services office should be able to steer College students usually need to find a job students in the right direction. of some kind during their academic career.

Whether their reasoning is a lack of pocket Off-campus jobs Barb said that the student employment money or just to get some experience, most students eventually feel the need to get sad- website includes a number of off-campus jobs that students should check out. dled with part-time employment.

She said that the main difference between Whenever students start their job hunting, an easy way to squash the “no-job blues” is to the types of jobs posted online is that, on the apply for one of the many on- and off-campus website, “Off-campus jobs include contact jobs available specifically for hard-working information for the student to get in touch with the employer. On-campus jobs can be Missouri State students. applied to online.”

Make it easier on yourself by using these resources

of student engagement, said that his department recently took over the university’s Campus Volunteer Center. He said the center will coordinate numerous volunteer opportunities that students will be able to take advantage of.

“We have hired an assistant director for volunteer programs,” he said. “They will coordinate monthly volunteer programs within the community, will oversee a new Alternative Break initiative and will oversee the new 120 volunteer hour requirement for the major campus scholarships.”

The Office of Student Engagement is located in the Plaster Student Union, Room 101. It is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Barb said work-study is an option for students who meet certain financial and academic criteria. Students must be enrolled in at least six credit hours and have a minimum GPA of 2.0. International students are usually not eligible.

“Work study jobs are available all over campus, usually in all departments, but a student must have a work-study award from Where to start financial aid in order to apply for one,” she Utilizing Missouri State’s website should Volunteering Jeremy Schenk, Missouri State’s director said. “Students that have submitted a FAFSA be the first logical step, said Mary Barb, assis-

Work-study

for financial aid assistance and meet certain qualifications may be awarded work-study. ” If a student is awarded work-study with their financial aid and successfully secures a work-study job, he or she will have the cash flow right into their pockets, just like with any off-campus job.

The Student Community Action Team (SCAT) is always an option for students wanting a unique and fulfilling experience.

SCAT started in 1994. It is supposed to complement the Federal Work Study Program.

Barb said there are certain stipulations students must meet to be considered for the team.

“SCAT is a limited group of work-study students that are interested in performing service to not-for-profits in the community,” she said. “Only sophomores or above who have a work-study award and a 2.5 GPA are eligible.”

Barb said if work-study eligible students are interested, they should contact Student Employment Services to be placed on a list to be contacted for the upcoming academic year.

Student Community Action Team

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Springfield grocers offer affordable alternative to campus dining

By Megan Gates The Standard

At the beginning of the semester the dining hall food may seem spectacular, but as the school year progresses, you might find yourself craving some of your food favorites from home.

Springfield has several Walmarts, but also boasts a number of other grocery stores.

With five locations scattered around Springfield, Walmart is always a good place to start when grocery shopping on a budget.

Walmart is located at: • 1923 E. Kearney St. • 2825 N. Kansas Expressway • 3315 S. Campbell Ave. • 2021 E. Independence St. • 3520 W. Sunshine St.

Walmart

There are four Dillons in Springfield, but the one closest to campus is located at 1260 E. St. Louis Street, approximately a mile away. They have everything your typical grocery store has and also offer a liquor section, a pharmacy, an ATM and a florist.

You can sign up for a Plus Shopper’s Card at their store, or online, and save money every time you buy groceries, 6 a.m. to midnight, Sunday through Saturday.

Dillons

Located at 1645 E. Kearney Street and 421 E. Battlefield, Aldi is a bit of a drive from campus, but worth it if you’re looking to save money on groceries. They are the Low-Price Grocery Leader, according to a consumer survey conducted by Market Force Information and offer a variety of groceries and selection of alcoholic beverages. They’re open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Aldi

With ten locations in Springfield, you can find a Price Cutter just about anywhere in the city. One of their locations at 1720 W. Grand Street has a pharmacy, in store Starbucks, free Wi-Fi, Bistro-To-Go, organic produce, a liquor section, an ATM, an international food section and a video center.

Their regular store hours are from 6 a.m. to midnight, but check their website, pricecutteronline.com, to find other store locations and their hours before making a trip.

Price Cutter

If you’re looking to spend a little more money on your groceries, or find some amazing fresh ingredients, Bistro Market is the place for you. Located downtown at 401 South Avenue on the corner of South and

Bistro Market

Walnut Street, Bistro Market has a wide variety of fresh meats and seafood, natural and organic products, local produce, Starbucks and a large selection of beer, wine and liquor.

They’re open Monday through Saturday, 6 to 2 a.m., and Sunday, 6 a.m. to midnight.

Walmart

Price Cutter

Dillons

Bistro Market

Aldi

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Fast food options close to campus

By Colleen Hamilton The Standard

Springfield Open weekdays 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Closed during summer months, will Whether you are looking for a late-night reopen Sept. 6 study break or an early-morning breakfast, Only accept cash payment

Springfield has many fast food options to satisfy your taste buds. There are plenty of local Planet Sub eateries and chains located close to campus Located at 533 S. Kimbrough Ave., across that offer great meals at even greater prices. the street from campus

Taco Bell

Located at 601 S. National Ave. on the corner of campus Open Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 4 a.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 a.m.

Drive-through

Burger King

Located at 535 S. National Ave., one block from campus Open Sunday-Wednesday 6 a.m. to midnight, Thursday-Saturday 6 to 2 a.m.

Drive-through

Hardee’s

Located at 1153 E. Elm St., one block from campus Open 24/7 Drive-through

Whisler’s Hamburgers

Located at 208 W. McDaniel St. in downtown Springfield Open Monday-Wednesday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday-Saturday. 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Carryout-style service and downtown delivery

Casper’s

Located at 601 W. Walnut St. in downtown

Open 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily Monday night college specials Quick call-in orders

Jimmy John’s

Located at 322 E. Walnut St. in downtown Springfield Open Monday-Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Quick delivery to campus

Muduck’s

Located at 603 S. Kimbrough Ave., across the street from campus Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily Large 14-inch pizzas for $3.99

McDonald’s

Located at 528 S. Glenstone Ave., at Cherry Street Open Monday-Sunday 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Drive-through is open 24/7 Happy hour from 2 to 4 p.m.

Steak ’n Shake

Located at 1158 St. Louis St. at National Avenue Open 24/7 4 meals under $4 Happy hour from 2 to 4 p.m. and 2 to 4 a.m.

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Burger King at 535 S. National Ave. is one of many fast food options near MSU.

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Concerts to check out during the school year

Like to see concerts but are new to Springfield and aren’t sure where to go or who to see? Well here is a list of some bands and concerts happening around Springfield for the year to give you a few ideas.

Aug. 26, 2011

Stoney Curtis Band Nathan P. Murphy’s

Aug. 27, 2011

The Airwalks Outland Ballroom

Sept. 21, 2011

Jennifer Johnson Cano, mezzo-soprano Juanita K. Hammons Hall

Sept. 23, 2011 Sugaray Cartoons

Sept. 27, 2011

Bassnectar Shrine Mosque Auditorium

Oct. 1, 2011

Axel Strauss, Violin Rimsky-Korsakov, Russian Easter Overture Tchaikovsky, Concerto for Violin & Orchestra Shostakovich, Symphony No. 5 Symphony Hall

Oct. 5, 2011

Tommy Emmanuel Gillioz Theatre

Oct. 15, 2011

Rock On Broadway!

Springfield Symphony Orchestra

Oct. 16, 2011

Mark Schultz, “Letters From War Tour” Ridgecrest Baptist Church

Oct. 26, 2011

Hawthorne Heights The LemonDrop

Nov. 4, 2011

In the Mood Juanita K. Hammons Hall

Nov. 5, 2011

The Blanks Juanita K. Hammons Hall

Rachmaninoff & Barber Symphony Hall

Nov. 27, 2011

Jim Brickman, "A Christmas Celebration" Juanita K. Hammons Hall

Dec. 3, 2011

Christmas Concert Symphony Hall

Dec. 4, 2011

Holiday Family Festival Symphony Hall

Jan. 28, 2012

Tchaikovsky & Beethoven Symphony Hall

Feb. 11, 2012

Kingston Trio Symphony Hall

Feb. 18, 2012

Blue Man Group Juanita K. Hammons Hall

Feb. 28, 2012

Narek Hakhanazaryan, cellist Juanita K. Hammons Hall

March 6, 2012

Danu Juanita K. Hammons Hall

March 10, 2012

Brahms & Harris Symphony Hall

March 31, 2012

New Orleans Swing Symphony Hall

March 28, 2012

Bela Fleck & the Original Flecktones Juanita K. Hammons Hall

April 11, 2012

Charlie Albright, pianist Juanita K. Hammons Hall

April, 14, 2012

Mozart & Schumann Symphony Hall

April 21, 2012

Ricky Nelson Remembered Juanita K. Hammons Hall

May 12, 2012

Holst’s The Planet Symphony Hall

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Music to your ears Ensembles perform many styles throughout the school year

If you consider yourself a lover of music, Missouri State has a variety of ensembles that perform throughout the year that you might consider experiencing.

Below are some dates of various university ensembles, but for full performance schedules for each ensemble and information on faculty recitals, visit the Music Department’s website at http://www.missouristate.edu/ music.

Aug. 21

Concert-on-the-Green Plaster Sports Complex 7 p.m.

Aug. 27

MSU Music Department Ellis Hall 206 417-836-5648 Music@MissouriState.edu www.missouristate.edu/music Oct. 20

Jazz Bands Concert Juanita K. Hammons Hall 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 29

Faculty Recital: David Hays, violinist Ellis Hall 217 7:30 p.m.

Faculty & Guest Artist Recital: David Hays and Hal Grossman Ellis Hall 217 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 10

Nov. 1

MSU Invitational Honors Choir Wehr Band Hall 4 p.m.

Sep. 24

International Jazz Trumpet Competition Winners Concert feat. Randy Brecker, Dick Oatts, Conrad Herwig Juanita K. Hammons Hall 7:30 p.m.

Symphony Orchestra Benefit Concert for Joplin High School Orchestra, guests Joplin High School Orchestra Juanita K. Hammons Hall 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 8

Jazz Studies Ensemble Fall Concert Juanita K. Hammons Hall 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 29

Nov. 16

Oct. 4

Nov. 17

Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony Concert Juanita K. Hammons Hall 7:30 p.m.

Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert, guest soloist Lia Southern, bassoonist Juanita K. Hammons Hall 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 9

Concert Chorale Performance Messiah Lutheran Church 7 p.m.

Oct. 11

Jazz Symposium Concert Ellis Recital Hall 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 17

University Community Band Concert Juanita K. Hammons Hall 7:30 p.m.

Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony Concert Juanita K. Hammons Hall 7:30 p.m.

Jazz Symposium Concert Ellis Recital Hall 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 20

Holiday Celebration Concert with Concert Chorale, Symphony Orchestra and all choirs Juanita K. Hammons Hall 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 30

Jazz Bands Concert Juanita K. Hammons Hall 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 30-Dec. 3

Elizabethan Christmas Dinners TBA

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The City Utilities bus system has stops near the MSU campus, including this one on Cherry Street outside the Physical Therapy Building.

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Getting around in Springfield Worried about prices at the pump? Here are a few ways to avoid driving

By Damien M. DiPlacido The Standard

Navigating your way around any new city can be a difficult task, even more so if you don’t have your own car. With gas prices still hovering around $3.50 a gallon, owning an automobile can end up being more expensive than it has to.

Springfield prides itself on being a bike friendly city. The Link is a new program developed with the Ozarks Transportation Organization. It is the connected bike paths

Travel by Bike

that run through Missouri State’s campus, said Jay Huff, assistant director of the university’s Safety and Transportation department.

“The Link is all about linking Springfield’s bike trails to Missouri State’s campus,” Huff said. “If you look at the Link’s signs, they look like a chain link on a bike chain.”

In addition to the bikeways that run through campus, there are designated bicycle routes that are located all over the city.

Springfield’s Traffic Engineering division encourages the use of bicycles as a healthy and economically friendly method of transportation.

City Utilities of Springfield has operated the public transit system for over 60 years.

The bus system offers customers both fixed day and evening routes, encompassing more than 172 miles.

An adult bus ticket is only $1.25, and an unlimited-use day pass is $3.75. Potential riders can find a helpful trip planner at www.cityutilities.net or call 831-8782 to get help deciding which bus is the right one to take.

Travel by Bus

City Utilities bus system hours of operation Daily Route Service

Monday through Saturday: 6 a.m. to 6:35 p.m.

Modified Route Service

Nights: 6:10 to 11:10 p.m.

Sundays: 7:10 a.m. to 11:10 p.m.

Major holidays: 8:10 a.m. to 6:10 p.m.

Taxis are another alternative method of travel. Yellow Cab and Blue Express Taxi are the premier cab services in the Springfield area. Sophomore Anthropology major Rebecca Perkins is a frequent customer of Yellow Cab. “They’re really not that expensive, especially if you’re not going very far,” Perkins said. “Most of the drivers have a pretty good knowledge of where they’re going, and I’ve never had to wait more than 20 minutes.”

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The athletics tradition at MSU No matter what the school was named at the time, Missouri State has always had a rich athletic tradition. Here’s a look at some of the biggest moments in MSU sports history.

By Harrison Keegan The Standard

MVC basketball crown

Women’s Final Fours

The Lady Bears have made two NCAA Final Fours in their history. In 1992, coach Cheryl Burnett guided the Lady Bears past Kansas, Iowa, UCLA and Mississippi on the way to Los Angeles. In 2001, Burnett did it again. This time the NCAA’s all-time leading scorer Jackie Stiles led the Lady Bears through the field to St. Louis.

Last season’s Missouri Valley regular season basketball championship came down to the season finale against Wichita State at JQH Arena. The Bears gutted out a 69-64 win for the team’s first Missouri Valley regular season championship. To celebrate, students rushed the court while confetti fell from the ceiling.

Men’s Sweet Sixteen

The Bears entered the 1999 NCAA tournament as a 12 seed, but they came to play.

Coach Steve Alford led the team to upset wins over Wisconsin and Tennessee before falling to top seeded Duke.

JQH Arena opener

In their first game at JQH Arena in 2008, coach Cuonzo Martin drew up a late inbounds play to give the Bears a 62-57 win over File photo/THE STANDARD Arkansas that sent students piling onto the court in celebration.

Cuonzo Martin led the Bears to their first MVC title in school history in 2011.

Volleyball dominance

MSU Photo Services

Jackie Stiles drives past a defender.

Top 25 soccer ranking

The men’s soccer team made the NSCAA tournament in 2009, after winning their first MVC title in 10 years. It was the team’s third tournament appearance. The Bears finished the year at No. 19 in the polls.

The volleyball team is one of the most dominant teams on campus. Last season, coach Melissa Stokes led the volleyball Bears to their ninth NCAA tournament appearance since 1982.

AIAW softball titles

In 1974, the softball team won the Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women Division I National Championship. Five years later, the field hockey team won an AIAW Division II National Championship.

Playoffs at Plaster

The Bears won the Gateway Football Conference in 1989 and earned the right to host Maine at Plaster Field in postseason play.

The Bears beat Maine before falling in the File photo/THE STANDARD next round. Coach Jesse Branch’s team finThe volleyball team was 21-10 in 2010. ished the year 10-3.

Hall of Fame Handball

In 2011, the Missouri State handball team was given one of the state’s highest athletics honors when the entire program was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. Led by coach Tommy Burnett, the handball team has won 11 National Team Championships since 1993.

College World Series

College Baseball World Series: In 2003, coach Keith Guttin, and a talented pitching staff went all the way to Omaha for the College World Series. The Bears won Regional and SuperRegional titles before losing to Rice and Miami at the CWS.

8 for 9, not too bad

This spring, the women’s swimming team won their eighth MVC championship in the last nine years and fourth in a row overall. MSU dominated the field this year, winning the title by more than 200 points.

McDonald Arena

On December 13, 1940, the Bears moved into a new arena on campus that was later named after legendary coach Andy McDonald. The Bears beat the Missouri Tigers 35-32 in their first game and went on to have plenty of success in their 36 years in the arena. In the late 1950s, the Bears won 41 consecutive games at McDonald Arena.

MSU Photo Services The Bears also won the NAIA National TournaCollege World Series, 2003. ment in 1952 and 1953.

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Men’s soccer schedule 2011

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The men’s soccer team went 8-7-3 in 2010, losing in the semifinals of the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament.

Date Aug. 27 Sept. 1 Sept. 4 Sept. 9 Sept. 11 Sept. 16 Sept. 24 Sept. 27 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 12 Oct. 15 Oct. 18 Oct. 21 Oct. 26 Oct. 30 Nov. 5

Opponent Belmont Tulsa Memphis Cal State-Northridge Columbia University Cincinnati Saint Louis Oral Roberts Northwestern Central Arkansas Creighton Evansville UMKC Southern Methodist Bradley SIU-Edwardsville Drake

Location Springfield Springfield Away Away Away Away Away Springfield Away Springfield Springfield Away Springfield Away Away Springfield Away

Time 7 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

6 p.m.

11 a.m.

6 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

6 p.m.

7 p.m.

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Women’s soccer schedule, 2011 Date Aug. 13 Aug 15 Aug. 19 Aug. 21 Aug. 26 Aug. 28 Sept. 2 Sept. 4 Sept. 6 Sept. 9 Sept. 11 Sept. 16 Sept. 23 Sept. 25 Sept. 30 Oct. 7 Oct. 9 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 27 File photo/THE STANDARD

Opponent Maroon & White game Central Mo. (Exhibition) Little Rock, Arkansas Pine Bluff, Arkansas Tennessee Martin Vanderbilt Kansas State Oklahoma Arkansas State Tulsa Oral Roberts UMKC Indiana State* St. Louis Illinois State* Drake* SIU Edwardsville Creighton* Northern Iowa* Evansville*

Time 7:30 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

7 p.m.

1 p.m.

4 p.m.

1 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

2 p.m.

7 p.m.

6 p.m.

1 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

1 p.m.

4:30 p.m.

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

The women’s soccer team went 10-6-3 in 2010, Missouri Valley Conference Tournament TBA losing to Creighton in overtime in the Missouri Nov. 4-6 Springfield, Mo. Home games in bold *Conference Valley Conference Tournament title game.

2001 ROSTER Player

Bailes, Tara Bisbee, Logan Caldwell, Kelly Cross, Christine Cross, Grace Davis, Katie Fouch, Kelsey Frederickson, Katelyn Hamlin, Jennifer Jordan, Emily Kalogerou, Adrianne Kemp, Kayla Kuse, Kali Laughlin, Tiffany Mayne-Nicholls, Michelle McGrath, Jeslynne Oostendorp, Brooke Payton, McKenzi Roberts, Jessica Smith, Bethany Sommer, Michelle Stewart, Shelby Teahan, Jessica Voet, Chelsea Weimer, Rachel Wendt, Lauren Williams, Nia

Year

Sr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Fr. Fr. So. Sr. Jr. So. Fr. Fr. So. RFr. Sr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Fr. Jr. So. Sr. Jr. RSo. So. Jr.

Hometown

Springfield, Mo. Pleasant Hill, Mo. Norwalk, Ohio Lee’s Summit, Mo. Lee’s Summit, Mo. Lee’s Summit, Mo. St. Charles, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. Swansea, Ill. Springfield, Mo. Glen Carbon, Ill. Lee’s Summit, Mo. Camdenton, Mo. Florissant, Mo. Rogers, Ark. Clear Lake, Iowa St. Charles, Mo. Springfield, Mo. Mountain Grove, Mo. Overland Park, Kan. Tecumseh, Kan. Springfield, Mo. Lenexa, Kan. Omaha, Neb. Bonner Springs, Kan. Troy, Ill. Roeland Park, Kan.

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Winter and spring sports Men’s swimming and diving

October to March 2011: 5th of 7 at Mid-American Conference Championship 2010: 3rd of 7 at MAC Championship

Women’s swimming and diving

October to March 2011: Champions of Missouri Valley Conference 2010: Champions of MVC

Men’s basketball

November to March 2010-2011: 26-9 overall, MVC regular-season champions 2009-2010 season: 24-12 overall, 7th of 10 in MVC

Women’s basketball

November to March 2010-2011 season: 24-11 overall, tied for 2nd of 10 in MVC 2009-2010: season: 22-11 overall, tied for 3rd of 10 in MVC

Women’s indoor track and field

December to February 2011: 5th of 8 at MVC Championship 2010: 6th of 8 at MVC Championship

Baseball

February to May 2011 season: 33-23 overall, 4th of 8 in MVC 2010 season: 21-34 overall, 8th of 8 in MVC

Softball

February to May 2011 season: 30-25 overall, 5th of 10 in MVC (MVC Tournament champions) 2010 season: 21-32 overall, tied for 4th of 10 in MVC

Women’s outdoor track and field

March to June 2011: 5th of eight at MVC Championship 2010: 6th of eight at MVC Championship

Women’s golf

September-October, February-April 2011: 3rd of 10 at MVC Championship 2010: 5th of 10 at MVC Championship

Men’s golf

September-October, February-May 2011 season: 3rd of nine at MVC Championship 2010 season: 6th of nine at MVC Championship

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Intramural, club sports provide challenges Options that allow students to keep playing

By Harrison Keegan The Standard

Nick DiCapo, a Missouri State junior, played football, basketball and baseball in high school. He loves sports, but doesn’t have the athletic ability to compete at the major collegiate level.

For DiCapo and many other students, intramural and club sports are the way to go. DiCapo has played intramural football, basketball, soccer and softball at MSU, and he said it gives him a way to keep competing.

“It’s a good way to continue playing sports after high school, since I don’t exactly have the D-I build,” DiCapo said.

In addition to giving former high File photo/THE STANDARD school athletes a competitive outlet, Soccer is one of the intramural sports offered. intramural and club sports can be a way

to make friends and that is something that was appealing to DiCapo when he first got to campus.

“I thought it would be fun and a good way to meet people,” he said.

MSU intramurals offer something for just about everyone. In the fall, students can sign up to play softball, flag football, sand volleyball, soccer, ultimate frisbee, volleyball and basketball. In the spring, futsal is available in addition to the fall lineup.

If you are interested in playing intramurals in the fall, sign up quickly because leagues begin playing in midSeptember.

There are two ways to sign up for intramurals — with a team or as a free agent. Free agents post their information on imleagues.com where they can either be picked up by teams in need of another player or assemble a team with other free agents. To sign up for intramural sports or to get more information, visit www.missouristate.edu/recreation.

Students can compete in same gender or coed leagues and can play in either the laid back Just for Fun leagues or the more competitive Top Gun divisions.

In addition to the intramural leagues, there are also various intramural sports tournaments during the year ranging from regular tennis to table tennis. Check the campus recreation website for registration information.

For students who want to make more of a commitment to their collegiate athletic experience, Missouri State also offers a variety of club sports.

Club sport members do not receive scholarships, but the teams are partially funded by the university. Club teams travel and compete against other universities.

Club teams at MSU include ice hockey, lacrosse, baseball, handball and ultimate frisbee.

Some club teams can draw a decent fan base. The ice hockey team, known as the Ice Bears, routinely draws over 1,000 spectators.

Follow the links from the Missouri State website to get information about trying out for club sports teams.

For all you high school sports legends not quite ready to hang up your cleats, MSU has you covered with a variety of club and intramural teams.

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Experience the madness: Maroon Madness Maroon Madness is a great way for students to get involved and support the sports teams at Missouri State

By Colleen Hamilton The Standard

Maroon Madness is one of the more popular student organization on campus with over 1,700 student members. Zach Brady, vice president of Maroon Madness, said the organization is aimed at increasing student involvement and attendance during Bears athletic events.

“The Maroon Madness student rewards program gives students the opportunity to earn free Missouri State apparel by attending Maroon Madness sanctioned athletic events,” Brady said.

Students earn points by attending these File photo/THE STANDARD events. The more points you earn, the more Students show their support for the Bears at a nationally televised basketball game.

Maroon Madness has over 1,700 members. prizes you will be able to receive.

“In the past these prizes have included free T-shirts, shorts, hoodies, pants and athletic Maroon Madness Student Rewards Program jackets,” Brady said.

Membership for the organization is $10 Maroon Madness aims at increasing student attendance and participation to give the Bears and and members will receive a free T-shirt just by Lady Bears a home field and home court advantage. The Rewards program gives students the signing up. Students will be able to sign up for Maroon Madness at SOAR, the new student opportunity to earn FREE Missouri State apparel by attending Maroon Madness sanctioned athfestival, or at any Maroon Madness event. letic events.

Maroon Madness events include all footMembership: Maroon Madness is open to any current Missouri State undergraduate or graduball games, men’s and women’s basketball games, select volleyball games, men’s and ate student who is enrolled at least half-time. women’s soccer games, baseball and softball Membership Dues: $10 games. “We encourage all of our members to attend games and be involved on a regular Earning Points: The number of Maroon Madness sanctioned athletic events that you attend will basis,” Brady said. determine your rewards level in the program.

“Maroon Madness is a fantastic way for Other Benefits new students to get involved by supporting the university’s athletic programs,” Brady Reserved Seating in JQH Arena - Reserved sections of lower seats at JQH Arena for Bears said. Members get preferred seating in Plaster and Lady Bears Basketball games.

Sports Complex and JQH Arena. Want another incentive to participate? At the end of the Reserved Seating at Plaster Sports Complex - Reserved sections of seats at Plaster Sports year, the 100 members with the most points Complex for Bears Football. get a party and the chance to meet players and Surprise Item Giveaways - Maroon Madness members will have a chance to win other cool coaches.

The first Maroon Madness event for the prizes just for attending select events. Stay tuned for updates!

2011-12 school year will be the first football Theme Nights - Maroon Madness members will receive free T-shirts (while supplies last) for game, Oct. 1 versus Northern Iowa. The game begins at 1 p.m. and is also part of family attending specific themed basketball games. weekend festivities.

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Ready for some football?

Bears are set to take on some big-time opponents in 2011 Date

Opponent

Location

Time

Sept. 3

Arkansas

Fayetteville, Ark.

TBA

Sept. 10

E. Kentucky

Richmond, Ky.

TBA

Sept. 17

Oregon

Eugene, Ore.

TBA

Sept. 24

S. Illinois*

Carbondale, Ill.

6 p.m.

Oct. 1

Northern Iowa*

Springfield, Mo.

1 p.m.

Oct. 8

Illinois State *

Springfield, Mo.

2 p.m.

Oct. 15

North Dakota St.*

Fargo, N.D.

6 p.m.

Oct. 22

W. Illinois*

Macomb, Ill.

6 p.m.

Oct. 29

South Dakota St.* Springfield, Mo.

2 p.m.

Nov. 12

Indiana State*

1 p.m.

Nov. 19

Youngstown State* Youngstown, Ohio Noon

Springfield, Mo.

*Conference Games Oct. 1 is MSU Family Weekend and Oct. 29 is Homecoming.

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Chris Douglas carries the ball through the teeth of the Youngstown defense.

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Top-notch stadiums turn up Bear fan experience

The fan experience is a big part of being a Bear. Not only does the athletics department work to build championshipcaliber teams, but they also provide fans and athletes with some of the top-notch venues in the Missouri Valley Conference.

(LEED) standards because of it’s environmentally-friendly building materials and other sustainable efforts.

Outfielder Raevan Replogle said that Killian is one of the best stadiums in the Valley.

“We are very blessed to have the facilities we have at MSU,” she said. “Going to Killian everyday makes you feel like all of your dedication and hard work has paid off and allows us to just play the game we love.”

JQH Arena

Plaster Sports Complex

By Harrison Keegan The Standard

The crown jewel of Missouri State athletics, JQH Arena opened in 2008 and is home to the basketball Bears and Lady Bears. It has 11,000 seats, about 1,400 of which are reserved for students.

“The Q” also has 22 suites, 50 court-side seats and hosts concerts and other events throughout the year. Missouri State students with a valid student ID get in free to all Bears and Lady Bears basketball games.

MSU senior center Isaiah Rhine said that the game day atmosphere at JQH Arena is one of the best that the Bears see all year.

“When we get a full student section, it’s just crazy, pure energy,” Rhine said. “The energy from the crowd translates to energy for the players on the floor.”

Plaster Sports Complex features a synthetic field-turf playing surface for the football, soccer and field hockey teams. An all-weather jogging track surrounds the playing surface.

Plaster Sports Complex seats 16,600 fans with skyboxes on the second level. Students get in free to all Bears games at File photo/THE STANDARD Plaster.

JQH Arena seats 11,000 people and is home to the In addition to the spectator aspect of the Plaster Sports basketball Bears and Lady Bears.

Complex, the stadium also gives students a lot of opportunities to work out. There are 12 racquetball courts open to stuHammons Field is home to the MSU baseball team and the dents and a workout room on the second floor.

Springfield Cardinals, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Hammons Student Center The 8,846-seat arena was once home to the Bears and Killian Softball Stadium Lady Bears basketball teams. Today, the volleyball team still A $2.7 million renovation of Killian Softball Stadium was plays all of its home matches in the arena.

Hammons Field Hammons Field opened in 2004 and the following year it completed in 2009 and since then, the softball team has Hammons Student Center also has a pool and diving platwas voted Ballpark of the Year by baseballparks.com. Locat- enjoyed one of the premier stadiums in the MVC. forms for the swimming teams. The pool is open to students The 1,200 seat venue houses the coaches’ offices and also during the week and there are four basketball courts and a row ed a few blocks north of campus, Hammons Field seats 8,000 meets Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design of racquetball courts for student use. fans and features indoor practice and training facilities.

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Top 10 Here’s a look at the athletes who will be in the spotlight when their new seasons begin

By Colleen Hamilton The Standard

After a record-breaking year in multiple sports, the Bears have begun to emerge as an athletic threat to many programs in the Midwest area. The Bears have reason to celebrate after finishing second in the MVC All-Sports Trophy race.

This year the men’s basketball team has welcomed new head coach Paul Lusk from Purdue University and looks to continue their dominance of the MVC after winning the regular season title for the 2010-11 season. In September, the football squad will begin the season facing two tough opponents at Arkansas and Oregon.

These ten athletes lead the Bears on and off the field and have strong reputations they will have to maintain during the upcoming seasons.

student-athletes to know at Missouri State Casey Garrison

Year: Senior Sport: Women’s basketball Position: Guard

Garrison led the Lady Bears to a 24-11 season, leading the team in scoring (18.2), assists (3.8) and steals (59). She finished the season with a free throw percentage of nearly 90 percent, ranking fifth among all Division 1 players. On Dec. 5, she began a streak of 36 consecutive free throws made. Garrison’s streak, which ended Jan. 21, is the fifth longest streak in MVC history. She now ranks among MSU’s all-time top 20 in total points, assists, scoring average, free throws made, field goals made and steals. Garrison is a three-time All-MVC First Team honoree and three-time MSU Player of the Year.

Heath Melugin

Year: Senior Sport: Men’s soccer Position: Midfield

Melugin led the Bears during the 2010 season in goals (7), points (15), shots (48) and shots on goal (22). He was honored with the 2010 MVC State Farm Good Neighbor award for his academic standing, good citizenship, good sportsmanship and community service.

Melugin is a two-time MVC All-Tournament team member and was named to the CoSIDA/ESPN Academic All-American second team and CoSIDA/ESPN All-District VII first team.

During his sophomore season, he led the team with six goals including an unassisted goal in the MVC Tournament semifinal to send the game into overtime. Melugin’s six goals are the most scored by a Bear since Ryan Anderson in 2005.

Year: Senior Sport: Men’s basketball Position: Forward

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Kyle Weems shoots over a defender.

Leah Nichols

Year: Sophomore Sport: Cross country Position: Long distance

Nichols became an instant star for the Bears during her freshman season. Nichols recorded the second fastest time in MSU history, running a 17:20.71 at the Chili Pepper 5K Festival. At the NCAA Midwest Regional, Nichols ran her first ever 6K race in 20:48.31, putting her

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Lusk speaks at a press conference in April 2011.

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Paul Lusk was hired in the spring to become the new men’s basketball coach at Missouri State. Lusk was an assistant at Purdue for seven years before joining the Bears. He replaces Cuonzo Martin, who left MSU to coach at Tennessee.

the 2010-11 MVC Swimmer of the Year and was also named to the 2010-11 Collegeswimming.com Mid-Major All American Honorable Mention. Green helped lead the Lady Bears to their fourth straight conference title, their eighth title in the past nine years.

Jessica Teahan

Kelley Michnowicz

Teahan has started every match in the net for Missouri State for the last two seasons and is a two-time All-MVC first team player.

She led the Bears to the 2010 MVC Tournament championship game after a career high 11 save game against Illinois State earning her a spot on the MVC All-Tournament team. Teahan recorded her 12th career shutout this season, the third best shutout total in Bears’ history. She went 426 minutes without allowing a goal, the longest streak since 2006 for the Bears. Teahan leads the Bears on and off the field, with a 3.81 GPA.

Michnowicz was named to the 2011 All-American Honorable Mention and is a two-time All-MVC First Team player. She led the MVC in 2010 with a .367 hitting percentage, which ranks second in school history. Her career hitting percentage, .309 ranks third in MSU history. She averaged 2.32 kills, 0.61 blocks and 2.67 points per set during the 2010 season as she helped lead the Bears to a 21-10 record. As a sophomore, Michnowicz was awarded the CVU.com Top Performer honor after finishing the season with 223 kills, 33 assists, 23 aces, 97 digs and 97 blocks.

Year: Senior Sport: Women’s soccer Position: Goalkeeper

Kyle Weems

Sports Illustrated’s Andy Glockner named Weems as one of the 13 non-BCS Conference players to watch. ESPN.com’s Fran Franschilla named Weems as one of the 10 most versatile players in college basketball. He was named the MVC Larry Bird Player of the Year after leading the Bears offensively and defensively in the 2010-11 season. Weems led the team in scoring (16.0), rebounding (6.9) and blocked shots (33). He also led the team in steals (48) and finished second in threepoint percentage (39.5). Weems has become one of the top players in the Midwest and was named to the 2011 Associated Press Honorable Mention.

third on the Bears all-time list. She is the fifth Bear under former coach Gregg Hipp to be awarded the All-Midwest Region honor. At the MVC Championship in October, Nichols placed third with a time of 17:40.74. After dominating the MVC during her freshmen career, she was named to the 2010 All-MVC first team and the 2010 All-Midwest Region team.

Amber Green

Year: Junior Sport: Swimming Position: Freestyle

Green became one of the Bears’ top swimmers as a freshman and continued her dominance of the MVC in the 2010-11 season.

During the MVC conference meet Green placed first in all seven events she swam and set six new conference and school records. She was named

Year: Senior Sport: Volleyball Position: Right side hitter

Kevin Medrano

Year: Senior Sport: Baseball Position: Second base

Medrano has been one of the Bears’ top players throughout his career. He helped lead the Bears to a 33-23 record during the 2011 season with a .325 batting average and 34 RBIs. He has been named to the All-MVC first team for

the third consecutive year and was a 2011 College Baseball Lineup Preseason AllAmerican. In 2010, Medrano recorded a 29-game hitting streak with a .469 hitting percentage. His hitting streak put him in the record books, ranking second in MSU history and ninth in MVC history. He finished the season second in the MVC in hitting percentage (.410), hits (86) and onbase percentage (.482), seventh in double plays turned (42), assists (156) and doubles (18). During his freshman season, he received MVC Freshman of the Year after hitting .329, tallying 76 hits and scoring 53 runs.

Kirstin Cutter

Sport: Softball Year: Junior Position: Shortstop

During the 2011 season, Cutter led the Bears in batting average, hits, stolen bases and runs scored. She also led Missouri State with 11 multi-hit games and was named to the All-MVC first team. Cutter spent the last 26 games of the season as the Bears’ lead-off hitter and recorded a

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career-long five-game hit streak beginning April 22. She also registered a career-high three-hit game twice throughout the season. Cutter was the only Bear to start every game at her position.

Kimsue Grant

Sport: Track and field Year: Junior Position: Triple jump

Grant emerged as one of the Bears’ top competitors during her freshman season and has become a top competitor in the MVC. She is a NCAA Regional Qualifier for the second year in a row. She finished third in the triple jump at the 2010 MVC Indoor Championships with a personal best of 3906.50. Grant also dominated during the outdoor season, placing sixth in the triple jump at the MVC Outdoor Championships and second in the triple jump at the Arkansas Twilight meet. She set the Tom Botts Invitational record in the triple jump with a 41-06.00. Grant won the event and leaped to a new personal best. At the same invitational, she placed first in the long jump event out jumping the competition by more than a foot.

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Springfield offers a variety of sports teams, from football to roller derby

By Harrison Keegan The Standard

The Springfield sports scene does not stop at Missouri State. There are a lot of options for students who want to get off campus and check out some local sports. Springfield is home to several professional sports teams.

have a lot of promotions to draw fans.

With the NFL season in jeopardy, Springfield may be the best place in Missouri to catch a football game. The Wolf Pack is Springfield’s arena football team. They play their home games at Mediacom Ice Park, just down the street from Hammons Field and compete in the Thrill American Professional Football League. Arena Springfield is a basketball town, and hoops teams light up the scoreboard, so there is no fans have an outlet beyond the area college shortage of excitement at Wolf Pack games. teams. The Thrill, Springfield’s basketball The team plays in the spring. team, plays in the United Basketball league.

Home games are at Glendale High School, just Lasers If you are in town during the summer, you a few minutes from campus. There is always a lot of action at Thrill games and the scores are have a chance to catch some high-quality tennis. always in triple digits. Missouri State fans are The Springfield Lasers play seven home matchlikely to see a familiar face or two on the court. es during the summer at Cooper Tennis ComLast season, former Bears star Dale Lamberth plex. The Lasers are a World Team Tennis franchise and compete against some of the biggest was draining threes for the Thrill. names in tennis like Serena Williams and Pete Cardinals Sampras. The Lasers were one of the top teams One of the biggest draws for sports fans is in the league last season, going 10-4. Tickets for the Springfield Cardinals baseball team. The Springfield Lasers matches start at $10.

St. Louis Cardinals’ Double-A affiliate plays its home games at Hammons Field, also home Roller Girls of the baseball Bears. Baseball fans can have If you are looking for something a little off the chance to see the stars of tomorrow, like the wall, Springfield also has a roller derby Colby Rasmus who came through Springfield team. The Springfield Roller Girls compete on his way to patrolling centerfield at Busch from late spring to early fall. Their home bouts Stadium. These Cardinals’ tickets are more are at Skateport on South Glenstone Avenue. affordable than the ones out east and they Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

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Hammons Field is home to both the Springfield Cardinals, the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, and the Missouri State Bears baseball team.

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Missouri State Ice Bears

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The Missouri State Ice Bears are club sport that fields teams competing in Division 2 and Division 3 of the American Collegiate Hockey Association.

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Men’s golf File photo/THE STANDARD

Senior Will Hogan, of Ozark, Mo., is one of the top players on the MSU men’s golf team.

Hogan, the 2011 Missouri Valley Conference player of the year, qualified for the NCAA Division I regional in May. The team’s 2011-2012 schedule was not available at press time.

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Women’s golf schedule for 2011 season

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Seniors Kelsey Welber, of Plano, Texas, and Cathrine Dolan, of Ballwin, Mo., are cocaptains of the MSU golf team. Dolan won the Missouri Amateur Championship in July 2011. The team’s 2011-2012 schedule was not available at press time.

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Volleyball schedule 2011 2011 Roster Name Olivia Brand Anna Burgess Amber Doolittle MaddyHogan Kaitlin Jaeger MaryJo Kolze Christine McCartney Ashley Mason Courtney McCarter Kelly Michnowicz Tiffany Moe Calli Norman Karen Rivatto Shelby Strang Carly Thomas Kayln Vlasin

Year Fr. Jr. So. Fr. Fr. RFr. So. So. RFr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. So. Fr.

Date Aug. 27 Aug. 27 Aug. 27 Sept. 2 Sept. 3 Sept. 3 Sept. 8 Sept. 9 Sept. 10 Sept. 10 Sept. 16 Sept. 17 Sept. 23 Sept. 25 Sept. 30 Oct. 1 Oct. 7 Oct. 8 Oct. 14 Oct. 15 Oct. 21 Oct. 28 Oct. 29 Nov. 4 Nov. 5 Nov. 11 Nov. 12 Nov. 18 Nov. 19

Opponent Oral Roberts SMU Oklahoma UC Riverside Northeastern San Diego Kansas State Arkansas State Hofstra SD State Illinois State* Indiana State* Wichita State* Stephen F. Austin Bradley* Northern Iowa* Creighton* Drake* S. Illinois* Evansville* Wichita State* Northern Iowa* Bradley* Drake* Creighton* Evansville* S. Illinois* Indiana State* Illinois State*

Time 5 p.m.

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State Farm MVC Tournament Nov. 26 TBA TBA Home games in bold Conference*

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Ashley Mason plays in a scrimmage game in March.

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Missouri State lacrosse

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The MSU lacrosse team is a club sport that competes in Division II of the Men’s Collegiate Lacrosse Association. The team went 5-5-1 during the 2011 season.

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Ultimate Frisbee is quite popular on the MSU campus. Missouri State Ultimate is a club sport that sends teams to local and national competitions. Campus Recreation also organizes coed Ultimate Frisbee leagues.

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Field hockey schedule for 2011

Date Opponent Location Aug. 27 Sacred Heart at St. Louis, Mo. Aug. 28 Saint Louis at St. Louis, Mo. Sept. 4 Indiana at Bloomington, Ind. Sept. 9 Louisville at Louisville, Ky. Sept. 10 Appalacian State at Louisville, Ky. Sept. 15 Saint Louis Springfield Sept. 18 Iowa at Iowa City, Iowa Sept. 23 Kent State* Springfield Sept. 25 Ohio* Springfield Oct. 1 Central Michigan* at Mt. Pleasant, Mich.

Oct. 2 Central Michigan* at Mt. Pleasant, Mich.

Oct. 8 Miami (Ohio)* at Oxford, Ohio Oct. 9 Ball State* at Muncie, Ind. Oct. 15 Ohio* at Athens, Ohio Oct. 16 Kent State* at Kent, Ohio Oct. 22 Lindenwood Springfield Oct. 29 Miami (Ohio)* Springfield Oct. 30 Ball State* Springfield Mid-American Conference Championships Nov. 2 TBA* at Athens, Ohio

Time (Central Time) 11 a.m.

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The MSU field hockey team went 5-15 overall in 2010.

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