The Missouri Senate is considering controversial legislation that would address diversity, equity,...
Missouri might change the way it funds public colleges and universities
Missouri could move to develop a funding model for the state’s public colleges and universities....
Missouri’s reading program participation to spark visit from Dolly Parton
Missouri is distributing books statewide through Dolly Parton’s reading program – an...
In narrow vote, Missouri Legislature passes controversial education package
The Republican-controlled Missouri Legislature has passed its second bill of the session – a...
Missouri Senate considers education bill about prejudice and ‘dehumanization’
Missouri could enact legislation that would educate students in grades 6 through 12 about the...
Bill would put driver’s ed courses back in Missouri schools (LISTEN)
Missouri law does not require high schoolers to take driver's education before they can drive....
Missouri Mental Health Director: “Mental health is just like a broken arm”
Mental health problems are on the rise among children and Missouri is discussing ways to meet...
‘Track meet for young ceramic artists’ coming to Springfield on Saturday
A race to build clay masterpieces will bring Missouri high school students together in Springfield...
Missouri sues Biden Administration for latest student loan forgiveness proposal
Missouri and six other states are suing the Biden administration to stop his latest proposal for...
Free degree program for refugees at Wash U to “improve lives and community” (LISTEN)
Washington University is offering free tuition to refugees who have been granted political asylum...
Legislative pitch to help Missouri hazing victims in critical moments of need
Binge drinking is popular among some college students, including in fraternities and sororities....
Missouri to consider steps to help with mental health needs of children
The Missouri Board of Education will hear a presentation on Tuesday about the state of mental...
Missouri honors military children, schools: “Every child here has been drafted”
The U.S. military has a special place in its purple heart for the children whose parents have...
Survey: Stress, student behavior drive many Missouri teachers away
A new survey says more than 70% of Missouri teachers responding have seriously thought about...
Missouri Senate leadership discusses why education is a big priority
The state Senate recently passed a wide-ranging education bill. The main part of the bill would...
Missouri lawmakers look to prioritize teacher recruitment, retention, and salary
The Missouri House is considering a wide-ranging education package that recently passed the...
Missouri bill aims to prepare schools when a student’s heart stops
A Missouri state senator wants help to be a heartbeat away when a student’s heart stops. Sen....
Missouri S&T students help launch satellite into space (LISTEN)
A satellite developed by Missouri S&T’s student-run Satellite Research Team was recently...
Missouri is only state to restrict who offers certain doctorates. Legislative bid would change this
The University of Missouri is currently the only higher education institution in the state that...
Missouri’s plan to boost post-secondary education access for adults (LISTEN)
Missouri has come up with a plan to help 150-thousand adult learners earn a postsecondary...
Missouri House budget proposal scales back state funding to boost Missouri childcare access
There could be some slicing and shuffling of Gov. Mike Parson’s state budget request to boost...
Independence school district leader discusses proposed four-day school week restrictions
When the Missouri Legislature returns from spring break next week, it will be the House’s turn to...
A proposal for Missouri schools to be adequately prepared for heart emergencies (LISTEN)
A state senator wants help to be heartbeats away when a student’s heart stops. Alisa Nelson talks...
“I have been keeping my eye on Missouri State for some time” says new MSU President (LISTEN)
After a nationwide search for a new president, Missouri State has chosen Dr. Richard “Biff”...
Missouri lays out plan to help more adults get postsecondary credential or degree
Missouri has come up with a plan to help 150,000 adults earn a postsecondary credential by 2030....
Missouri House passes bill to expand preschool to low-income children
Missouri is at the halfway point on a plan that would expand preschool access to low-income...
The importance of equal representation in the physician profession (LISTEN)
Kansas City University just wrapped up a seminar that exposes under-represented students to...
This legislative bill would stop restrictions on certain doctorates (LISTEN)
The University of Missouri is currently the only higher education institution in the state that...
Missouri State University chooses next president
“It’s a great day to be a bear.” That’s what Missouri State University’s next president said...
Missouri bill compels schools to report bullying (LISTEN)
If Missouri schools fail to adequately report bullying, it could cost them. Alisa Nelson talks to...