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Nearly 300 Graduate From Missouri Valley College
Nearly 300 Missouri Valley College graduates received their diplomas on a beautiful Saturday at packed Gregg-Mitchell Field. The 136th commencement at MVC was a great success. Led by President Joseph Parisi, the event was full of pomp and circumstance, and many awards and honors. The commencement speaker was Dr. Caleb Hickman ’00, a citizen of … Read Nearly 300 Graduate From Missouri Valley College
Latest Edition of Purple Patch is Available
The 2025 edition of Missouri Valley College’s literary and arts journal, the Purple Patch, is now available for pick up in the Murrell Memorial Library and Academic Support Center. Featuring original poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, academic prose, and artwork (photography, screenprinting, painting, fiber arts, mixed media) by more than 30 MVC students, the Purple Patch … Read Latest Edition of Purple Patch is Available
Scholarships for Top Presenters at Student Research Symposium
More than 175 students presented May 5 at Missouri Valley College’s Spring Student Research Symposium, setting a record for participation. The symposium, now in its 8th year, featured academic, creative and professional student work. The event culminates with the presentation of four $500 scholarships to the Excellence in Student Research Winners. They are: Best Poster: Makayla … Read Scholarships for Top Presenters at Student Research Symposium
Student Research Symposium Set for May 5
Missouri Valley College students will share their academic, creative and professional work at the spring 2025 Student Research Symposium on Monday, May 5. Over 150 students are set to present at the all-day event being held in the Ferguson Center and Malcolm Center for Student Life. The symposium is open to all students, faculty, staff, … Read Student Research Symposium Set for May 5
MVC to Graduate 292 on May 10
Missouri Valley College will confer 292 degrees to students at its commencement ceremony at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 10 at Gregg-Mitchell Field on the MVC campus. The class of 2025 consists of 240 undergraduates, six associate’s degree graduates, and 46 master’s degree recipients. The commencement speaker will be Dr. Caleb Hickman ‘00, a citizen of … Read MVC to Graduate 292 on May 10
Pearl Harbor Child Author Visiting Missouri Valley Monday
Missouri Valley College will host a unique Pearl Harbor presentation at 1 p.m. Monday, April 21 in the Murrell Library & Academic Support Center. Pearl Harbor Child, a book written by Dorinda Makanaonalani Nicholson, will be the focus of Nicholson’s presentation. It is an extraordinary opportunity to hear her reflections on history and heritage as … Read Pearl Harbor Child Author Visiting Missouri Valley Monday
Students Journalists Secure Five Awards
Missouri Valley College’s student journalists won five awards earlier this month at the Missouri College Media Association’s 2025 conference at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. MVC’s student newspaper, The Delta, competes in MCMA Division 3, which includes schools like Evangel University, Park University, and Drury University. Leading off the awards was Raychael Moseley, … Read Students Journalists Secure Five Awards
Theatre Production Funded By Student Written Grant
Noel Nunn-Faron had no idea of the incredible and unique experience she would encounter when she signed up for a course crossing the disciplines of theatre, history, communications, business, English and non-profit management. Now the sophomore from O’Fallon, Mo wants to figure out how to take the class again. It all goes back to a … Read Theatre Production Funded By Student Written Grant
President’s Speaker Series Continues April 17
Missouri Valley College will welcome Dr. Jason Lively on April 17 as part of the President’s Speaker Series. Lively will share a virtual presentation on best practices in hybrid teaching. The session will run from 3:15 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Dr. Lively will discuss research-based practices, effective course design, and innovative strategies to elevate student … Read President’s Speaker Series Continues April 17
Broadcast Student Shine With 11 MBEA Awards
Missouri Valley College broadcast students are bringing home a total of 11 awards from competition in the 2024 Missouri Broadcast Educators Association student competition. MVC again placed first among the 16 colleges competing in the multi-camera live sporting event category for their broadcast of women’s soccer in the first round of the NAIA national playoffs. … Read Broadcast Student Shine With 11 MBEA Awards
Maastricht Institute Set For March 24-25
The 17th annual Maastricht Institute of Entrepreneurship at Missouri Valley College will take place March 24-25 in the Charles Bacon Conference Room at the Malcolm Center for Student Life. The 2025 Institute is sponsored by Wood & Huston Bank. The welcome and introductions each day begin at 8:45 a.m. This year’s speakers include: Kylie Clemons, … Read Maastricht Institute Set For March 24-25
College to Celebrate Murrell Library Open House March 20
Murrell Library and Academic Support Center on the campus of Missouri Valley College is expecting a large crowd March 20 as it celebrates an open house showcasing nearly $450,000 in improvements and upgrades. The event will be held from 2-4 p.m. Guests will be invited to tour the many new spaces, meet the staff, and … Read College to Celebrate Murrell Library Open House March 20