A public affairs signature event
The 22nd Public Affairs Conference is Sept. 16-18, 2025. Free and open to the public,
this year's conference offers a mix of in-person speakers and live virtual panels.
Welcome to the 2025 Conference
In-person and virtual programming
View the full agenda, times and links to virtual panel sessions.
Free and open to the public
Access information on conference format, parking and more.
Keynote speaker
David Feherty presents the opening keynote on Tues., Sept. 16 at 7:00pm at Juanita
K Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts. This is a live, in-person event only and is
free and open to the public.
Mr. Feherty's appearance is presented by the Missouri State University Foundation and KY3.
A special VIP event is offered at a per person cost.
Mr. Feherty's appearance is presented by the Missouri State University Foundation and KY3.
A special VIP event is offered at a per person cost.
National and International
View the full cadre of plenary speakers and panelists from across the country and
internationally who will share their perspectives on some of today's pressing topics.
Thank you to the following Missouri State University units for their generous contributions
and support for this year's Public Affairs Conference.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
The Missouri State Foundation and KY3, local NBC affiliate.
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