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December 2025 News
Fletchers Honored at MVC President’s Gala
Missouri Valley College’s highest honor, the President’s Medallion, was awarded to Marshall’s own John ’78 and Trish ‘94 Fletcher last week at the college’s President’s Society Gala. The award was presented by President Joe Parisi ’94. Parisi said the Fletchers exemplify servant leadership, calling them “Valley Legends, who have made extraordinary sacrifices for the college … Read Fletchers Honored at MVC President’s Gala
QDOBA Coming to Missouri Valley College
Missouri Valley College and its food service partner, Fresh Ideas, have announced that QDOBA, one of the world’s leading fast casual restaurants, is coming to the MVC campus in January. Construction has begun in MVC’s Ferguson Center to accommodate the restaurant, said President Joe Parisi. The venue will be open to Missouri Valley’s students and … Read QDOBA Coming to Missouri Valley College
Wood & Huston Recognized With Community Impact Award
Missouri Valley College presented its first Community Impact Award to Wood & Huston Bank Saturday at the 2025 President’s Society Gala. President Joe Parisi presented the award to Wood & Huston President and CEO Mark Thompson. Parisi said the college established the award to honor partners whose leadership, generosity, and sustained commitment strengthen both the … Read Wood & Huston Recognized With Community Impact Award
Scholarships Presented at Record-Setting Research Symposium
More than 250 students presented Monday at Missouri Valley College’s Fall 2025 Student Research Symposium, setting a new college record for participation. The symposium featured academic, creative and professional student work. The event culminated with the presentation of four $500 scholarships to the Excellence in Student Research Winners. They are: Best Presentation: Eva Agcaoili, “From … Read Scholarships Presented at Record-Setting Research Symposium
Valley Partners With Mizzou On Ed Specialist Degree
Missouri Valley College Education master’s degree students now have an easier path to an Education Specialist degree at the University of Missouri Columbia. President Joseph Parisi has signed an articulation agreement with the University of Missouri-Columbia to facilitate the enrollment of MVC students into the Education Specialist degree program at Mizzou. To be eligible for … Read Valley Partners With Mizzou On Ed Specialist Degree
Parisi Addresses Missouri CBHE
Parisi Addresses Missouri CBHE Missouri Valley College President Joe Parisi was one of only three independent college presidents chosen to speak Wednesday to the state’s Coordinating Board for Higher Education, addressing how strategic planning and partnerships for higher education institutions can align with state workforce and economic development goals. Parisi spoke from his own experiences … Read Parisi Addresses Missouri CBHE
Record Number of Participants Expected Dec. 8 at Student Research Symposium
Missouri Valley College students will share their academic, creative and professional work at the fall 2025 Missouri Valley College Student Research Symposium on Monday, Dec. 8. A record number of students are set to present at the all-day event, which is open to all students, faculty, staff, and community members. “This is such an exciting … Read Record Number of Participants Expected Dec. 8 at Student Research Symposium