MSU-West Plains News

  • Grizzly Gear schedule for 2026-27 academic year

    Grizzly Gear schedule for 2026-27 academic year

    Please view the 2026-27 Jeans Policy & Grizzly Gear Schedule for full details

    A new Grizzly Gear schedule for the 2026-27 academic year has been approved by the Administrative Council on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

    For every Monday and Friday of the 2026-2027 academic year, faculty and staff are encouraged to share #GrizzlyGearMonday and #GrizzlyGearFriday photos on social media or upload photos to the Grizzly Gear website.

    As stated in the policy, please be mindful of events that require a more professional attire, like the Board of Governors meeting in June.

  • Middle School Summer Scholars on campus June 22-26

    Middle School Summer Scholars on campus June 22-26

    From June 22-26, middle school students will be on campus at MSU-WP to participate in Summer Scholars Academy.

    Please be aware of our guests and show them how great it is to be a Grizzly! #GoGrizzlies!!

    For those who would like to volunteer to help, please email Workforce Development. Volunteers will receive a free lunch!

  • Celebrate Employee Appreciation Week: June 15-19

    Celebrate Employee Appreciation Week: June 15-19

    It’s Employee Appreciation Week! We have several activities planned to recognize and celebrate the outstanding faculty and staff at Missouri State University–West Plains!

    Monday, June 15

    Show your MSU-WP pride by wearing your Grizzly Gear and joining us at the Smith-London Bell Tower at 4 p.m. for the annual faculty and staff group photo.

    Tuesday, June 16

    Recognize your colleagues by sharing photos and employee shout outs on social media using the official #GrizzlyShoutout hashtag.

    Wednesday, June 17

    As a special token of appreciation, human resources will distribute collector lapel pins to all full-time staff.

    Thursday, June 18

    Chancellor Mulligan invites all part-time and full-time employees to an ice cream social at 2 p.m. in the Carol Silvey Student Union. Join us for a sweet treat and an opportunity to connect with colleagues.
    To kick off the long weekend, employees will also enjoy an early release at 3 p.m., courtesy of President Biff Williams.

    Friday, June 19

    The University will be closed in observance of Juneteenth. We hope you enjoy the holiday and the extended weekend.

    Thank you for all you do to support our students, our mission, and each other. We look forward to celebrating with you throughout the week!
  • Summer Scholars on Campus!

    Summer Scholars on Campus!

    From June 8 – June 12, high school students will be on campus at MSU-WP to participate in Summer Scholars Academy. Middle school students will also be on campus attending Summer Scholars Academy from June 22 – 26.

    Please be aware of our guests and show them how great it is to be a Grizzly! #GoGrizzlies!!

    For those who would like to volunteer to help serve lunch from 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m., at the Grizzly Bite during Monday-Thursday of each camp, please email Workforce Development. Volunteers will receive a free lunch!

     

  • Summer Concert to be held on June 11

    Summer Concert to be held on June 11

    Greetings from the MSU-West Plains Band,
    I’m excited to announce our annual Summer Concert on Thursday, June 11!
    Please join us for an evening of great music with musicians from across our region.
    This is a wonderful opportunity to recruit new members for our group. Please invite your friends, family, co-workers, and area high school students to participate. The time commitment is minimal, and all musicians who can read music and play at a high school level or above are welcome.
    Share this information, registration form, and the Facebook event with anyone who may be interested in participating.
    Rehearsals
    Monday, June 8, 6-8 p.m.
    Tuesday, June 9, 6-8 p.m.
    West Plains Civic Center Arena
    Performance
    Thursday, June 11
    Warm-up at 6:30 p.m.
    Performance at 7 p.m.
    West Plains Civic Center Arena
    Register to Play
    Music
    Registered participants will receive an email with additional information and the music packet for their instrument.
    Thank you for helping us spread the word.
    We hope to see many new and returning musicians join us for this special event!

    Rocky Long
    Director of Music
    Department of Music
    Arts, Letters, and Education
    Putnam Hall 115 | 417-255-7291
    RockyLong@MissouriState.edu

  • This week from Career Services

    This week from Career Services

    Students and Alumni can prepare for entering the job market by attending events hosted by Career Services

    Resumé and Portfolio Café
    Monday, May 4, 10-11 a.m.
    Lybyer Hall, Room 210

    Come enjoy coffee as you polish up on your old resume or need to create a new one. You can even get help with creating a cover letter or learn interview tips as you look for your future job! The Career Service office is located in Lybyer 210.

    Interview Insights: Proven Strategies for Success
    Monday, May 4, 3-4 p.m.
    Lybyer Hall, Room 214

    Nervous for your job interview? Come to the Interview Insights: Proven Strategies for Success Workshop to learn tips and tricks for your future interviews. Located in Lybyer 214.

    If you are graduating this spring or summer and have not filled out the Graduation Survey, please scan the QR code below, or click Graduation Survey.

  • Mark White Retirement Reception

    Mark White Retirement Reception

    A reception honoring Mark White is scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, at 11:00 a.m. in the Kellett Hall Parlor.

    Mark will retire after 15 years of dedicated service to the university.

    Please join us as we share stories, enjoy light refreshments, thank Mark for his contributions, and wish him a joyous retirement.

     

    For additional information, please contact Alyssa Collins.

  • Drago College Store Updates

    It’s a busy time of year for just about everyone on campus, including the great folks who work at the Drago College Store!

     

    Textbook Buyback

    The Drago College Store will be conducting the end of semester textbook buyback Monday, May 4 - Friday, May 8, 2026.

    Drago College Store will be conducting the end of semester buyback Monday, May 4 – Friday, May 8, 2026, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Remember to bring a form of photo identification!

    Sidewalk Sale

    Drago College Store will be hosting the annual Sidewalk Sale May 4-8. See the attached flyer for discounts up to 70% off!

    Drago College Store will be hosting the annual Sidewalk Sale May 4 – 8. 

    Monday: 40% off
    Tuesday: 50% off
    Wednesday: 60% off
    Thursday and Friday: 70% off

    For more information, contact the Drago Store at 417-255-7227 or fill out their contact form.

  • Grizzly Greenhouse Plant Sale

    Grizzly Greenhouse Plant Sale

    The Grizzly Greenhouse, located at 210 Pennsylvania Avenue, across the street from the West Plains Public Library, is having a plant sale!

    Monday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
    Tuesday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
    Wednesday: 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
    Thursday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
    Friday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

    For additional information, contact Samantha Osborn Wadkins

  • Tree Planting Ceremony, April 22

    Tree Planting Ceremony, April 22

    Arbor Day 2026 flyer

    For several years, Physical Plant has planted trees on campus to celebrate Arbor Day. This year, in celebration of Earth Day, on Wednesday, April 22, at 10 a.m., Physical Plant will plant a tree on the lawn between the Neurodiversity and Autism Center and the amphitheater located near the Smith-London Bell Tower.

    Everyone is invited to join in the celebration. The first 50 people to attend will receive a complimentary Redbud tree seedling. The event is free and open to faculty, staff, students and West Plains community.

    For questions, please call Physical Plant at 417-255-7268