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Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Writer
Springfield, Missouri - Missouri State University will confer 585 degrees to students at its 2013 summer commencement. The ceremony will begin at 1 p.m. Aug. 2 at JQH Arena and will feature an address from Michael Wynn, Missouri State alum and president and CEO of Oklahoma City CrossFirst Bank. All ceremonies will be streamed live.
The Missouri State commencement hub features student stories, social media posts, photos and other multimedia experiences that will updated prior to and during commencement.
A total of 272 bachelor’s degrees, 302 master’s degrees, nine specialist degrees and two doctorate degrees will be conferred. Beyond the standard expectations, four students will be recognized for their work with a more rigorous curriculum in Missouri State’s Honors College. Scholastic honors will be given to four students who will graduate summa cum laude (with a grade point average of 3.9-4.0 on a 4.0 scale), 10 who will graduate magna cum laude (with a GPA of 3.75-3.89) and 20 who will graduate cum laude (with a GPA of 3.5-3.74).
Wynn has been in the banking industry for more than 30 years with experience in commercial and consumer lending, retail, private banking, operations and overall bank management. He began his banking career in Springfield after graduating from Missouri State University with a degree in business administration. Wynn is active in the community and has served on several community boards and committees in Central Oklahoma, such as the United Way of Norman. Wynn is currently the vice chairman of the Oklahoma Bankers Association and will serve as chairman in 2014, as well as a member of the Government Relations Committee representing the state of Oklahoma for the American Bankers Association.
About Missouri State University:
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Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Writer
Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter Booster Club supports, encourages, and enhances not only the athletic activities of the students, but the academics, the arts and many extra-curricular activities for the entire school system.
Show your school spirit by purchasing a t-shirt or sweatshirt.
T-shirts are $12.00, long sleeve t-shirts are $15.00, crew sweatshirts are $20.00 and hoodies are $25.00 each.
Please contact Stacy Blocker at stacy_blocker@hotmail.com to order. Stacy is the new Dexter Booster Club president for 2013-2014 school year.
GO BEARCATS! GO BEARCATS! GO BEARCATS!
Don't forget to become a Dexter Booster Club Member by signing up before August 1st to be entered into a drawing! Check out this article earlier in the month on ShowMe Times.
Go to their Facebook page for application by clicking here.
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Dee Loflin SMT Manager/Writer
Sikeston, Missouri - Three Rivers College will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Eastern Campus on Thursday, August 15, at 10 a.m. in Sikeston. The event, which is open to the public, will mark the beginning of construction of the new campus at the intersection of Highways 60 and 61. Once completed, the Eastern Campus is expected to serve over 1,000 students from across the area.
“We have worked tirelessly to make the Eastern Campus happen, and I look forward to this official transition from planning to reality,” said Dr. Devin Stephenson, President of Three Rivers College. “I also welcome the opportunity to recognize the many community leaders who have worked, advocated, and fought on our behalf, as we continue our mission of bringing affordable, high-quality higher education to Southeast Missouri.”
The new campus, when completed, will include classrooms, a computer lab, science labs, nursing education facilities, and an exhibit hall/auditorium. The Eastern Campus will also allow Three Rivers to expand its degree and workforce-development offerings for Sikeston-area students, including its LPN-to-RN Bridge program. It will replace the Center at Sikeston, which is currently running at maximum capacity.
The Eastern Campus project was initially made possible by a 38-acre land donation from Scott and Karen Matthews and Drs. Mike and Elizabeth Brunt. Initial funding was provided by a $750,000 FEMA Safe Room grant, with the remainder coming from private donations and a series of bond sales. The entire project will cost approximately $7 million upon completion.
“The construction of the Eastern Campus is a major advancement for public education for the citizens of our area of the Missouri Bootheel. The support this project has received and will receive into the future from our citizens will guarantee its success and growth,” said Riley Bock, Chairman of the Three Rivers Endowment Trust. “It will change for the good the lives of the many students who will pass through its doors. I encourage everyone to become part of this noble effort. I never thought I would see this in my lifetime.”
Parking for the event will be provided at Life Church at the corner of Stallcup and South Main in Sikeston. Shuttles to and from the construction site will be provided starting at 9:30 a.m. Parking will not be allowed at the groundbreaking site. Refreshments will be provided after the ceremony. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held at Life Church. For more information, call Michelle Reynolds at 573-472-6650.
The Three Rivers Endowment Trust is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, designated by Three Rivers College to receive and manage gifts on behalf of the College. It acts as a trustee for donations to assure that gifts are distributed in the manner specified by the donor. To make a donation to the Eastern Campus project, contact Endowment Trust Executive Director Emily Parks at 840-9698, or Michelle Reynolds, development officer, at 472-6650. More information is also online at http://trcc.edu/development/endowment.php.
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Dee Loflin SMT Manager/Writer
Dexter, Missouri – Football and marching go hand-in-hand and in just a few weeks as the Bearcats take the field so will the Dexter High School Marching Band.
On Monday, July 29th the Dexter Bearcats marching band will begin a week-long endurance of learning music and their marching moves under the leadership of Band Director Mr. Scott Rybolt.
Many do not realize what talent it takes to play an instrument well and march in step, but it is not easy. Freshman and Drum Majors (ONLY) will begin Monday from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. the rest of the band will begin on Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., break for lunch and return and march from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Please remember it will be HOT HOT HOT!! Wear shorts, bring a hat, wear light colored shirts, tennis shoes (NO SANDALS) for morning rehearsals you may wear sunglasses and most of all BRING WATER BOTTLES!!! You must drink plenty of water, not soda!
Then on Friday, August 2nd at 6:00 p.m. the Dexter High School will perform on the practice field for family and friends. Everyone is encourages to attend and preview this season’s half-time performance. Students please dress in khaki shorts and white t-shirts. The performance will last approximately 15 minutes, but you will see the work they have put forth in just one week of band camp!
The Dexter High School Band also has a Facebook page where you can follow the students, see great photos and keep up-to-date on their performances. Just click here: Dexter High School Band.
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Dee Loflin SMT Manager/Writer
Dexter, Missouri – Just like the 6th grade band student, the 7th and 8th grade band students are working just as hard and they have marching band camp as well.
The Middle School Marching Band Camp will begin Monday, July 29th from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00p.m. Each student will receive their uniform and music for the upcoming marching season and concert season. Please come to the TS Hill Middle School Band Room.
The 7th and 8th Grade Percussion Camp will begin Monday, July 22nd through Friday, July 26th from 3:20 p.m. – 5:20 p.m.
Students can wear shorts, light colored shirts and tennis shoes…..no sandals. It is going to be hot, so prepare for the heat by drinking lots of water and not sodas.
Drumline Auditions for 8th grade students going into High School will be Monday, May 20th at 6:00 p.m. at the Dexter Senior High School Band Room.
