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"The internship program was the most
beneficial experience for me. It
opened up so many opportunities in
the government field. The experience
was essential in developing the
skills needed to pursue a career in
politics."
Ann Stock,'03
Legislative Aide
Senator Charlie Shields |
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"Missouri Western 'gold' is the
student/teacher ratio and the
personal attention students get at
Missouri Western. You are not just a
number there. The relationships with
the professors and the lifelong
bonds that were formed have been
most valuable to me."
Dean Brookshier,
'88
Deputy Chief of Staff
U.S. Congressman Sam Graves |
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"My minor in Sociology diversified my skill base and better prepared me for my life and career in the federal government. My education provided me with an edge when I entered the working world. The most valuable experience for me at
Missouri Western was the one-on-one interaction with doctoral level professors - something not often found at other colleges."
Tia Meredith-Ash, '01
Business Development Specialist
General Services Administration
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"Over the years I spent at
Missouri Western,
each course, each relationship, and
each discussion played a valuable
part in developing the person I am
today. Having the opportunity to
attend an institution of higher
education like Missouri Western is, in
itself, a 'golden' experience."
Derek Coats,
'02
District Office Director
U.S. Senator "Kit" Bond |
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"The education I received at
Missouri Western gave me the necessary tools
to become a successful individual in
addition to a successful employee.
The research, writing and
communication skills that I learned
as a student are very valuable to
me. In my current position, I use
those skills each and every day."
Nick Limle, '05
Marketing
Projects Coordinator
Gray Automotive
Products
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"My academic program at
Missouri Western gave me the knowledge and
experience that has been beneficial
in my career. The classes and
extra-curricular activities as
Missouri Western, such as Greek life, gave me
the opportunity to meet alumni
guests and speakers at various
campus events, attend career fairs,
participate in mock interviews, and
network with many people in the
field of business."
Jessica Snyder, '05
Portfolio
Administrator III
State Street
Bank & Trust
Kansas City,
Mo.
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"My education taught me how
to find answers. I also learned
communication skills, better
organization skills and the ability
to multitask. These things have
helped me most in my current
career."
Melissa Taylor, '04, CSP
Staffing Consultant
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"My 'golden' experience at Missouri
Western happened when I lost my
mother to cancer. During the final
stages of her cancer, all my
instructors were very encouraging
and helpful. They gave me invaluable
advice on how to balance my time at
school and with my mother. This is
an experience I will never forget."
Jim Smith,
'01
Transportation Enforcement Investigator
Mo. Department of Transportation |
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"With the
small class sizes at Missouri
Western,
I had access to professional
economists who were conducting
research. This helped me learn
how to think like an economist.
And although earning a Ph.D.
is one of the most difficult
tasks I've ever attempted,
the support and encouragement
from my professors at Missouri
Western has given me confidence
to know I can finish."
Logan Kelly, '02
Ph.D.
Student/GTA
Department of Economics,
University of Kansas
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"My experience
at MWSC and my relationship with
many of my professors have had a
significant impact on my career
path. I can remember to this day
several animated classroom debates
and lessons learned. I still recall
the concepts and the passion with
which they were taught."
Brad Scott, '93
Senior
Vice President
Market Executive
Senior Portfolio
Manager
Commerce Trust Company
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