Community and Global Partnerships

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Community and Global Partnerships

Building partnerships. Connecting the world.

You want to be part of something bigger. We’re here to connect the university, businesses, students and the community to the greater global society.

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Open the door
Start or Grow Your Business
Let’s work together to expand your impact.
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Build the team
Find Talent
You have the jobs. We’ve got the pipeline.
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Innovate and Develop
Collaborate on Research
Together, we can propel your work forward.
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International Programs
Connect Globally
Local support for global engagement.

 

  • Innovating opportunities for students

    efactory Entrepreneurship Intern Pilot Program

    This program offers a unique opportunity to work alongside entrepreneurs and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic startup environment.

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  • MSU and 18 universities in China

    Partnership spanning 25+ years

    We signed multiple agreements for the collaboration of programs in Dalian, Beijing and Chongqing in October 2023. 

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    President Clif Smart at Liaoning University
  • Missouri State University Center

    Designation by EDA

    We connect people and organizations with university resources and provide no and low-cost opportunities throughout the region.

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    EDA University Center
  • Improving healthcare

    Alliance for Healthcare Education

    Partnership with CoxHealth, Ozarks Technical Community College (OTC) and Springfield Public Schools (SPS) addressing the shortage of healthcare workers.

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    President Clif Smart at the joint announcement for the creation of the Alliance for Healthcare Education on Aug. 29, 2023
  • Graduate assistantships

    Connecting students with employers

    MSU and community businesses form a mutually beneficial partnership.

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    Two Missouri State University graduate assistants within the workplace.
  • $5.2 million invested in projects

    Strengthening the semiconductor industry

    JVIC's selected projects will add new production capabilities, increase manufacturing capabilities and conduct new technology development. 

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    Aerial view of Jordan Valley Innovation Center

Connecting Springfield, the region and the world

The Division of Community and Global Partnerships also includes offices that connect you to the region and the world.  

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How Can We Help

There are so many ways to partner with Missouri State. Thinking about a new program, innovative partnership or upcoming challenge?

Reach out and let us know what you're most interested in!
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Meet our team

We cannot say enough about the great team we have working to build these partnerships. Find the leaders across the division and see how we can work together.