About Student Affairs
Division Mission Statement
"The Division of Student Affairs is dedicated to helping students achieve success in their pursuit of academic and personal excellence. Departments and programs are designed and constantly evolving to complement our academic programs and the Public Affairs Mission of Missouri State University. Commitment to student success and excellence is provided by enhancing the total educational experience through engagement in student development opportunities and by providing exceptional service."
The Division of Student Affairs is committed to supporting the Missouri State University community in its efforts to develop educated people. The Division consists of multiple support services, including departments dedicated to residence life, judicial services, enrollment management, student activities, student health, and multicultural and career services.
More information can be obtained about the structure of Student Affairs by viewing the Division Organizational Chart. Student Affairs staff members are dedicated to the development of an integrated learning community which celebrates diversity. Staff members will strive to assess the needs of students, parents, and University community members, and will provide the necessary resources to facilitate student involvement and participation. The Division shapes and guides its practices through the application of the Student Affairs Operational Statement.
2009-2010 Citizen Scholar Award
The Board of Governors is once again soliciting nominations for the annual Citizen Scholar Award. Since the award was created in 2007, 11 exceptional students have been chosen to receive this prestigious honor, and the Missouri State Board of Governors is expecting to recognize five more outstanding students this fall.
If you are a faculty or staff member who knows of a student who excels academically and exemplifies the Public Affairs mission, please download the nomination packet from this site and submit them to the Office of Student Affairs by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 17, 2009. Please be sure to read the "Criteria for Consideration and Selection" sheet, and to provide ample amounts of detail in your submission.
For more information about the Citizen Scholar Award and this year's recipients, please visit the Citizen Scholar Award Homepage.
Welcome from Dr. Earle Doman
Welcome to the website of the Division of Student Affairs. On our page you will find links to our departments which provide services to students and others in the Missouri State community.
To ensure that Missouri State students have a rich and successful educational experience, we've developed an extensive array of services to help develop students' academic, career, health, and social development. Check out the links to the left for a listing of all the programs we offer.
The Student Affairs Focus
In order to better promote the accomplishments of the Student Affairs Division and its staff, Dr. Doman has authorized the creation of a new semesterly publication, The Student Affairs Focus. This news journal will chronicle exceptional departmental programs, successful student initiatives, and professional staff achievements.
Contact Information
Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs
Carrington Hall 200
Phone: (417) 836-5526
Fax: (417) 836-4916
Dr. Earle Doman
Vice President for Student Affairs
and Dean of Students
Marilyn Chana, CAP
Executive Assistant
MarilynChana@MissouriState.edu
Andrew Crain
Graduate Assistant
Staff Development Series
Each month, the Division's Staff Development Committee organizes a presentation that is intended to enhance the personal or professional lives of the University staff.
The next session will take place on October 15 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. in PSU Ballroom East. The topic will be "Student Affairs Assessment 101." The program will be presented by Dr. Martha Kirker, Institutional Research.
Other upcoming sessions:
- November 20 - Dealing with Students in Stressful Situations
- December 10 - Exploring Creativity
- January - Professional Communication
- February - Motivating Self and Others
- March - Getting Involved in the Springfield Community
- April - Improving the Student Employee Experience
- May - End of the Year Celebration!
Here are the PowerPoints from previous sessions:
- Inspired Technology
- Financial Security: Banking 101 and Retirement Planning (Courtesy of Commerce Bank)
- Integrating the Public Affairs Mission into the Division
- The Missouri State Experience
For more information about past or future sessions, you can contact committee member Andrew Crain.
Stay posted for future dates and topics!