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  • Your Voice Matters

    Your Voice Matters

    Hey, Grizzlies!

    On Wednesday, April 22, you will receive a text message from Grizz asking you to share your experience and help drive positive change at Missouri State-West Plains.

    Please take a few minutes to fill out this short survey. We want to hear your feedback to help MSU-WP even better.

    Contact Michael Orf for additional information.

  • Career Services available this week

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

    Thursday, April 16, noon – 1 p.m.
    Lybyer Hall, Room 204

    Want to learn more about creating a Cover Letter and Resume? Come attend the Resume and Cover Letter Workshop held in Lybyer 204.

    Resumé and Portfolio Café
    Thursday, April 16, 1 – 2 p.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.

  • HR Live Sessions – 2025 Performance Review – Evaluation Process

    This session focuses on the evaluation process for both the employees and the supervisors in support of the rating cycle that starts on April 15. We will review the steps for completing the evaluation process. Employee goals should be updated and approved by the supervisor prior to starting the rating process which runs April 15 through June 30, 2026.

    The new virtual HR Live training sessions are available for registration through My Learning Connection, search under “ADP” to locate and register.  The sessions are for both supervisors and employees. The HR Employee Relations webpage has additional information and resources available about the process.

    For additional information, contact:

    Alyssa Collins
    Assistant Director, Human Resources
    Institutional Compliance Liaison
    Missouri State University-West Plains
    128 Garfield Ave.
    West Plains, MO 65775
    417-255-7265

  • China Study Abroad

    Informational Meeting
    Monday, April 13, 2 – 3 p.m.
    Lybyer Hall, Room 205

    Students can travel abroad while earning their associate degree

    Have you dreamed of being able to travel to other countries, to experience other cultures, and to learn other languages?  Well, here is your chance!  You can do all of this while earning your associate degree through the China Study Abroad Program at the Missouri State University-West Plains campus in Dalian, China.  You will be provided round trip air fare and lodging, and financial aid or scholarship funds received through Missouri State University may be applied to this program.

    How to Learn More

    Have questions about the program? Well, now is their chance to get those questions answered. Make plans to attend an informational meeting scheduled for April 13th from 2 to 3 p.m. in Lybyer Hall 205. Dr. Michael Orf, vice-chancellor of academic affairs, and others will give an overview of the trip and answer any questions you might have.

    How to Apply

    To apply for the China Study Abroad program, you will need to submit:

    • an application,
    • two letters of academic reference, and
    • a statement of why you want to participate in this program.

    An interview is required.  The application deadline for the Fall 2026 China Study Away program is April 24th, 2026

    Applicants must be in good standing at Missouri State-West Plains and have completed at least 24 hours of college credit with a minimum GPA of 2.75.

    Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity. We hope to see you there!

    If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    Michael Orf
    Vice Chancellor
    Academic Affairs
    417-255-7272
    michaelorf@missouristate.edu
  • Career Services available

    Career Services available

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

    Monday, April 6, 3 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.

    Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
    Thursday, April 16, noon – 1 p.m.
    Lybyer Hall, Room 204

    Want to learn more about creating a Cover Letter and Resume? Come attend the Resume and Cover Letter Workshop held in Lybyer 204.

    Resume and Portfolio Cafe
    Thursday, April 16, 1 – 2 p.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.