Missouri Western State University | St. Joseph, MO

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Together

we succeed

Together

we succeed

Our esports program provides a connected community for students while helping them develop essential real-life career skills, like teamwork, creativity, problem-solving and communication skills.

We offer a four-day course schedule Monday through Thursday while Fridays are primarily reserved for concentrated and purposeful experiential learning opportunities.

Griffon Guarantee Scholarship

The Griffon Guarantee Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship that renews and grows each year!

Center for Service

Through the Center for Service, students can earn up to three credit hours free of charge when they complete qualified service learning opportunities.

CAMPUS NEWS

2020 Missouri Western Reading of Banned Books held virtually

Sept. 30, 2020--Missouri Western State University’s 24th annual Reading of Challenged and Banned Books in recognition [...]

Missouri Western honors spring and summer graduates in delayed commencement

After the COVID-19 pandemic forced the postponement of the Spring Commencement Ceremony, Missouri Western State Universi [...]

Local entrepreneurs honored

Dr. Logan Jones, dean of the College of Business and Professional Studies; Joe Freudenthal; Austin Evans; and Annette We [...]

McMillan named student development director

Justin McMillan July 29, 2020--Justin McMillan will join Missouri Western State University as student development direc [...]

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Promote civic engagement. Advocate for justice. Uphold the Constitution. Studying criminal justice and legal studies at Missouri Western prepares you for success with strong writing, research and analytical skills, applicable across a wide range of industries. And with a concentration ... 3 Likes

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The Esry Student Health center is offering flu vaccinations, free to students, Oct. 26 from 11-12:30 in Blum. 5 Likes

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Flu season is here so let’s go #BooToTheFlu
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Timeline Photos Missouri Western State University has openings for Director of University Marketing and Communications, Residence Life Coordinator and more. View all open positions at: mwsu.peopleadmin.com/ 3 Likes

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Join the dynamic and in-demand field of computer science with a degree from Missouri Western. You’ll get hands-on experience with programming, security and simulation while gaining skills that prepare you for this fast-paced world.
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Timeline Photos Please follow these tips while on campus to help us provide a safe environment for our students, staff and the community. As always, visit missouriwestern.edu/covid-19 for up-to-date information. 1 Comments 8 Likes

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Timeline Photos Taylor Foster, St. Joseph, MO
“Missouri Western is like a small family. It’s like my other home.”
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Every morning is a GOOD morning in Griffon Country! https://t.co/o3GpAymajN 15 Likes 1 Retweets

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"My professors took what I already knew about the IT field and raised it to a whole new level." – Todd Miller '19, St. Joseph, MO
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Whether you spell Griffon with an “i” or an “o,” we can all agree: Go Griffs! Thanks for the support! @MWSUAdmissions https://t.co/rCdzyoXiAD 14 Likes 2 Retweets

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The MWSU Global Center invites you to Tea & Talk, an opportunity to exchange cultures in a safe environment. Join virtually Oct. 23 at https://t.co/AHV1FmnHRG https://t.co/GdKdU2jDkD

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Timeline Photos Help us #StoptheSpread and keep the campus community safe by following these on-campus guidelines. Visit missouriwestern.edu/covid-19 for up-to-date information. 13 Likes

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Important info on tickets & attendance at the Nov. 7th @MWSU_Football game! https://t.co/lX0snpHwhA 11 Likes

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Timeline Photos Lauren returned to Missouri Western for a second degree to help her career. “Missouri Western has allowed me to achieve my dreams.”
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“Even before I applied, I had heard about their amazing nursing program. Missouri Western has given me confidence in my career choice.”
— Kaitlyn Lux, Kansas City, MO
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Tell your story! The Bachelor of Applied Arts in Cinematic Arts is a production-heavy program that incorporates both traditional film practices and current industry visual effects, providing a complete modern digital cinema degree.
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In Missouri Western’s chemistry program, you’ll research in state-of-the-art laboratories, solving real-world problems alongside faculty who are leaders in their field. You’ll graduate prepared for success in industry or graduate school.
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Social Distancing The safety of our campus community is our top priority. Help us #StoptheSpread by following some simple guidelines while on campus. As always, visit missouriwestern.edu/covid-19 for up-to-date information. 6 Likes

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The @NCAADII Women’s Basketball 🏀 National Championships will return to St. Joseph! #OurCity https://t.co/rHcqvxtRMp 10 Likes

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Timeline Photos "My professors took what I already knew about the IT field and raised it to a whole new level." – Todd Miller '19, St. Joseph, MO
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How to protect yourself against COVID-19 The safety of our campus community is our top priority. Help us #StoptheSpread by following some simple guidelines while on campus. As always, visit missouriwestern.edu/covid-19 for up-to-date information. 14 Likes

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Timeline Photos “Even before I applied, I had heard about their amazing nursing program. Missouri Western has given me confidence in my career choice.”
— Kaitlyn Lux, Kansas City, MO
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Discover your potential in Missouri Western’s biology program. Work side-by-side with faculty and peers exploring all forms of life at the molecular, organismal and population levels in top-notch lab facilities and acres of outdoor classroom spaces.
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Whether you want to become a professional artist or designer, you can create the future you want with an art degree at Missouri Western.
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COVID-19: Managing Anxiety and Stress The safety of our campus community is our top priority. Help us #StoptheSpread by following some simple guidelines while on campus. As always, visit missouriwestern.edu/covid-19 for up-to-date information. 6 Likes

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Timeline Photos 1985 - A Griffon takes a fall while attempting to keep the ball in play.
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Timeline Photos “My time at Missouri Western changed my life.”
— Joy Deatherage, St. Joseph, MO
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Photos from Missouri Western State University's post Today we were honored to have Governor Mike Parson, First Lady Teresa Parson, Higher Education Commissioner Zora Mulligan and several other honored guests to cut the ribbon for our new Center for Excellence in Applied Healthcare Learning and the Mosaic ... 58 Likes

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we succeed

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