The three pillars of the Public Affairs mission are woven throughout the educational experience at Missouri State. The Office of Public Affairs Support offers focused programming for the campus and community to explore and open dialogue on how to lead ethically, contribute to community and respect multiple perspectives and cultures.
What's Happening Now?
Public Affairs Signature Events
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Free | open to the public | SEPT. 24-26
The 21st Public Affairs Conference explores some of today's pressing issues through
the lens of the 2024-25 public affairs theme, Between the One and the Many: Considering
Community and Individualism.
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August 18, 2024 at Great Southern Bank Arena.
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Honor Missouri citizens who have bettered the lives of others.
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Learn diversity best practices from top professionals.
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