Missouri State University Parent Guide
Dean of Students Office
Plaster Student Union 405;
(417) 836-5527
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The primary role of the Dean of Students Office is to assist students in accomplishing personal and educational goals. The office provides a variety of services for students and should be contacted when students are confronted by an issue or concern, or if students have a question about how to enhance their education. Staff members are available to answer questions, refer students to appropriate resources and help students navigate their way through University procedures. The office also serves as a resource to parents, faculty, and staff when questions or concerns arise.
There are three main categories of services within the umbrella of the Dean of Students Office: Residence Life and Services, Student Conduct, and the Disability Resource Center. Residence Life and Services includes an award-winning system that provides a variety of living environments, programs and services. Student Conduct educates students about behavioral choices and holds them accountable for their actions.
The Disability Resource Center helps remove barriers that might make personal and educational goals more difficult to reach and provides resources and guidance to students on an individual basis. The Dean of Students Office also offers notary services, voter registration and access to free legal advice from a local attorney.
