The three pillars of public affairs are woven throughout the educational experience at Missouri State. The Office of Public Affairs Support offers focused programming, services and support for the campus and local community to explore and open dialogue on how to lead ethically, contribute to community and respect multiple perspectives and cultures.
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Public Affairs Signature Events
Free | open to the public
The 22nd Public Affairs Conference will explore some of today's most pressing issues
through the lens of the 2025-26 public affairs theme, Resilent People, Resilent Future.
Join the conversation through both in-person guest speakers and 20 different virtual panels featuring experts from across the nation!
Join the conversation through both in-person guest speakers and 20 different virtual panels featuring experts from across the nation!
August 17, 2025 at Great Southern Bank Arena.
Honor Missouri citizens who have bettered the lives of others.
Public Affairs Week 2026
Public Affairs Week (PAW) will feature a special guest speaker and a variety of events
from May 2-6, 2026!
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