About Us
Many factors contribute to the success of minority students at Missouri State. First, we are conscientious and dedicated to giving our students a quality education. Second, our student/teacher ratio facilitates engaging relationships between faculty and students. Third, we encourage our students to be active participants in their own education by getting involved in campus activities and organizations. And, finally, we strive to give our students an abundance of personal attention. It’s a blend of these things that helps produce successful students and graduates at Missouri State University.
Our Mission
The Office of Multicultural Student Services at Missouri State University is an area within Multicultural Programs and Student Diversity unit and Student Affairs division that provides an ongoing focus on the importance of a multicultural educational experience. Our office is comprised of the following components: minority student recruitment, minority student retention, multicultural education, multicultural programming, and community outreach/relations.
The mission of the Office of Multicultural Student Services is to support the efforts of the Student Affairs division to meet the diverse needs of the Missouri State student population and community. Our office operates as a support service, primarily designed to assist students from under-represented ethnic groups with their overall academic development. We serve as an advocate for issues affecting our African American, Asian American, Hispanic and Native American students.
Our Faculty, Staff and Administration
We pay attention to detail and treat our students as individuals. These things don’t happen without planning and a commitment on the part of the faculty, staff and administration. At Missouri State University, our commitment is visible – the results tangible – the future bright!
Our faculty are committed to the education of our students. From our freshman introductory courses to the last class of your final semester, you will get the opportunity to learn from nationally and internationally recognized professors who combine their academic expertise with a caring attitude to help shape your future. Our faculty are involved in all aspects of a students’ college experience. From lecturing in the classroom to advising you on a one–to–one basis, our faculty are the soul and substance of this university.