Missouri State University Parent Guide
MSU History
Missouri State University was founded on March 17, 1905. After 104 years and four name changes, Missouri State is a comprehensive state University system offering a wide variety of programs and services to students and citizens of the state. In 1995 Missouri State received a statewide mission in public affairs, making it the only university in Missouri emphasizing the development of aware, committed, and active participants in tomorrow’s society.
On March 17, 2005, the 100th anniversary of Founders’ Day, Governor Matt Blunt signed Senate Bill 98, which included changing Southwest Missouri State University’s name to Missouri State University.
Today, Missouri State University has a student population of more than 20,000, which is comprised of students throughout Missouri and the United States, as well as nearly 80 other countries. The University is the second largest institution of higher learning in Missouri and offers a wide array of educational programs designed to meet the challenges of the future.
Fight Song
Uphold tradition our school we hold so dear
We will be loyal throughout our college years
Fight for victory as we stand up and cheer
Let’s hear it for the Bears!
B-E-A-R-S! Bears!
M-I-S-S-O-U-R-I-State!
