Missouri State University School of Nursing

10/15/2026

So proud of you, Morgan! 🐻🩺

Mo State nursing student grows skills and compassion at the Alliance campus.

10/02/2026

Congratulations to our very first BSN-Accelerated cohort on completing their program this week!

We’re so proud to celebrate this incredible group of students and their successful completion of the program!
We can’t wait to see all that you accomplish as you continue your journey in nursing! 🐻🩺🥳

09/30/2026

Our newest BSN students experiencing healthcare from a patient’s perspective during sensory deficit activities!

09/23/2026

Future nurses, this one’s for you!

Join us for our School of Nursing Open House on October 21 from 5–7 PM!

Come explore:
✨ Hands-on nursing skills
👩‍⚕️ Nursing specialties
💙 Student Nurse Organization
🍕 Refreshments
🎟️ Exciting raffle prizes!

🎁 Raffle prizes include a nursing kit with Littmann stethoscope, Mo State Bookstore gift card, and an automatic interview to the BSN Program (eligibility requirements apply)!

Pre-nursing students and anyone interested in nursing are welcome!

Come see where your nursing journey could take you! 🩺

09/17/2026

Now is the time to recognize them! Nominate a Fall 2026 nursing student deserving of the DAISY Award and help celebrate the compassion, dedication, and care they bring to others!
Nominate here: http://daisynomination.org/MSU-nursing

09/09/2026

Our first semester BSN students have been busy practicing injection skills and building confidence for patient care! 💉💪🏻

08/21/2026

First week of nursing school: COMPLETE! 💪🎉
Welcome to our newest future nurses, the BSN Class of Spring 2028!
And a big shoutout to our undergraduate faculty, who bring a combined 550 years of nursing experience and 250 years of teaching experience to all of our students!

07/31/2026

07/23/2026

Our Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner students recently participated in the inaugural Skills Week! 👏

This exciting hands-on experience gave students the opportunity to strengthen essential clinical skills, build confidence, and collaborate with faculty and peers in a supportive learning environment. We're proud to see our future acute care providers embracing every opportunity to grow and excel.

Here's to the first of many successful Skills Weeks!

07/16/2026

Congratulations to SON faculty member, Dr. Melissa Penkalski who was awarded Missouri State University’s Foundation Awards for Excellence! This award is presented to faculty who go above and beyond in teaching, research and service. Dr. Penkalski exemplifies the university's commitment to service, collaboration and student success.