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Latest Edition of Purple Patch is Available
The 2026 edition of Missouri Valley University’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, screen printing, painting, fiber arts, mixed media) by more than 30 MVU students, the Purple … Read Latest Edition of Purple Patch is Available
We are now MVU! – President Announces Name Change
President Joe Parisi announced that the Missouri Valley College Board of Trustees has approved a historic transition: Missouri Valley College will become Missouri Valley University. For more than 135 years, Missouri Valley has educated generations of students through personalized education, dedicated faculty and staff, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to student success. The transition to Missouri … Read We are now MVU! – President Announces Name Change
Missouri Valley College Names Dr. Zachary Templeton Dean of the School of Education and Social Sciences
MARSHALL, Mo. — Missouri Valley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Zachary Templeton as the new Dean of the School of Education and Social Sciences, bringing more than 25 years of educational leadership and a proven commitment to student success, innovation, and community engagement. Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Templeton has served … Read Missouri Valley College Names Dr. Zachary Templeton Dean of the School of Education and Social Sciences
Missouri Valley College Appoints Director of Marketing and Communications
Missouri Valley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Kassie Nickel as its new Director of Marketing and Communications. Nickel brings a diverse background in marketing, communications, education, and technology operations. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and a master’s degree in Marketing and has built her career on creating meaningful connections, … Read Missouri Valley College Appoints Director of Marketing and Communications
MVC Adds In-Demand Sonography Degree
Missouri Valley College is expanding its healthcare offerings with the launch of a new Associate of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography degree. Designed to prepare students for high-demand careers in medical imaging and diagnostic healthcare, the program will officially launch in the fall 2026 semester beginning on August 24. The hybrid, 76-credit-hour program combines … Read MVC Adds In-Demand Sonography Degree
290 To Graduate At Missouri Valley College
Missouri Valley College will confer 290 degrees to students during its commencement ceremony at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 9 at Gregg-Mitchell Field on the MVC campus. The commencement speaker is a special guest who will be introduced at the ceremony. Dr. Cynthia Bice, vice president of academic affairs, will present two students with the Charles … Read 290 To Graduate At Missouri Valley College
Scholarships Awarded at Research Symposium
More than 160 students presented May 4 at Missouri Valley College’s Spring Student Research Symposium. The symposium, now in its 9th 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: Ellie Gutcher for “Does Alcohol Use and Sleep … Read Scholarships Awarded at Research Symposium
Student Research Symposium Set For May 4
Missouri Valley College students will share their academic, creative and professional work at the spring 2026 Student Research Symposium on Monday, May 4. Over 175 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 4
Valley Students Have an Expedited Path to Law School
Missouri Valley College’s Honors students interested in law school now have a chance to jumpstart their future with a new articulation agreement between MVC and the University of Missouri School of Law. The agreement, signed this month by the dean of the MU School of Law and MVC Vice President for Academic Affairs Cynthia Bice, … Read Valley Students Have an Expedited Path to Law School
President’s Speaker Series April 27: “Resumes Are Weird”
Missouri Valley College will welcome Dr. Eric Woodard Monday, April 27 as part of the President’s Speaker Series. In this interactive session, Woodward will share practical, no-nonsense strategies that can help elevate your career. The event will be held from 4-5 p.m. in the Eckilson-Mabee Theatre. His presentation is titled “Resumes Are Weird” How to … Read President’s Speaker Series April 27: “Resumes Are Weird”
Impressive Speaker List for Maastricht Institute April 20-21
The 18th annual Maastricht Institute of Entrepreneurship at Missouri Valley College will take place April 20-21 in the Charles Bacon Conference Room at the Malcolm Center for Student Life. The 2026 Institute is sponsored by Wood & Huston Bank. The welcome and introductions each day begin at 8:45 a.m. This year’s speakers include: V. Gina … Read Impressive Speaker List for Maastricht Institute April 20-21
MVC Students Compete at National Conference
Missouri Valley College’s contingent of participants in the national Sigma Tau Delta (international English Honor Society) conference in New Orleans has returned home, and Eva Agcaoili finished second in creative nonfiction, and was recognized with a convention award for work she presented at the conference. Eva is a senior majoring in English and strategic communications. … Read MVC Students Compete at National Conference