History at MSSU

History Students: If you are looking for fall electives in addition to your history courses, this is a great option. It would also petition for the Certificate of Gender Studies.

We're excited to offer an immersive upper division course this summer at MSSU. It's a hybrid course that meets in Spiva Library on Mondays and Wednesdays at 9 AM. If you're a current HIST student, it can count toward your electives, your additional BS requirements, or your Public History certificate. If you're among our alumni and friends who still enjoy taking or auditing courses, this is an opportunity to investigate.

The MSSU Lion Co-op is conducting a research study to assess food security on campus, below is a link to complete the survey. The first 100 students that complete the survey will receive a $5 gift card to Bearded Lady Coffee Roasters in downtown Joplin. https://mssu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9LajaCoi2Y7jFY2 Participation will be very beneficial to the Lion Co-Op and will allow us to better serve the students on campus.

Now recruiting for DC & virtual internships for summer 2021! Public Policy + Economics Summer 2021: June 5 July 30... Washington, DC is the place to be if you are looking for a career in the exciting fields of politics, government, law, economics, public policy or the nonprofit sector. This TFAS program track is ideal for students who are passionate about politics and seeking to make an impact on their community through public policy or the nonprofit sector. You will gain the professional experience needed to break into a variety of competitive fields. What Makes this Program Track Unique? An internship placement in the field of public policy or economics (federal agency, policy group, think tank, Congressional office, NGO) Coursework in economics and government designed to complement your real-word experience Guest lectures featuring prominent policy and economics experts Networking through career-focused panels and small group discussions led by professionals working for Congressional Offices, Department of Housing and Urban Development, American Enterprise Institute, campaign polling firms, Economic Innovation Group, Department of Homeland Security, law firms, political action committees, U.S. Chamber of Commerce and many more. It’s much more than just coursework and an internship placement. The contacts you’ll make throughout the summer will be invaluable in finding that first job out of college. In summer 2021, TFAS is planning for in-person and virtual programs. No matter the format, students will have a engaging experience growing academically and expanding their professional skills and network of contacts. ________________________________________ The Comprehensive Package Includes Roommate matching with other program students based upon compatibility criteria. Easy access to the safe and affordable Metro train and bus system. Full access to campus resources, including libraries, computer labs and much more. Comprehensive orientation to the program, campus and the city upon your arrival. Dedicated program staff members who are available to communicate with you about your internship placement, financial aid and general questions in the months leading up to the program. Continued staff support while you are in Washington to ensure that you have an amazing experience. In addition to the full time, year-round program staff who will get to know you and help you throughout the summer, there will be alumni living in housing and serving as Program Advisors. Site briefings at institutions such as the Department of State, Capitol Hill, Federal Reserve and the White House. Professional development seminars on topics including job searching, public speaking and networking. A mentor program where you are matched with a DC professional working in politics, government, policy research, or the non-governmental sector. Planned social events where you can connect with almost 350 other student leaders participating in TFAS programs. These events may include: a trip to a Nationals baseball game, a student BBQ, volunteer projects, canoeing on the Potomac and a trip to Mt. Vernon.

FYI - History students These are great opportunities.

We could not be more proud of all our Model UN delegates. And a special shout out goes to our representative for the Historic Security Council who won AMUN’s award for outstanding delegate!! These students are such amazing ambassadors for MSSU!

bordertown, MSSU's literary magazine, will hold its first general meeting on Thursday, September 17 at 4pm in the Saltzman Reading Room. Kuhn Annex room 112. We... are seeking to build a staff of editors and readers. No experience is necessary--all are welcome! For questions, please contact Dr. Hannah Dow ([email protected]). See more

This is a message from Dr. Bever for students in HIST 110 50 and HIST 360 50: With Blackboard and Lionet both down, I've no way to email the entire class. But, I want to let everyone know that due to the Blackboard outage, all the Week 5 assignments for my classes are now due at the end of the day on Monday, July 6. Have a wonderful holiday weekend. And, if you see this message, please forward it to other students in those two classes.

Congratulations, Professor Roll!