Lily Niebrugge

The Cape Girardeau City Council met on May 18 and discussed the goals of the 'SEMO REDI' program and amending ordinances regarding downtown billboards.

At SEMO’s University Center, Democratic candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives in Missouri's 8th Congressional District—Frank Barnitz and Chris Reichard—participated in a public debate on May 16, discussing their views on several topics, such as gun violence, education, affordability, and the 'Citizens United' decision.

SEMO board approves 3.6% tuition and fee hike, textbook rental increases, and academic restructuring that merges departments and creates new schools and a center.

Online threat forces SEMO's Kent Library evacuation; all clear issued as similar bomb threats target university libraries nationwide.

SEMO students with disabilities face challenges navigating the campus’s steep hills and stairs, but the university is investing in ramps and shuttle access to improve accessibility.

Missouri leaders welcomed 25 new U.S. citizens from 18 countries at a naturalization ceremony, highlighting the journey and achievements of immigrants and encouraging new citizens to embrace future opportunities.

SEMO student workers will see their pay rise to at least $13.75 an hour this August under a new Missouri law, with a further increase to $15 set for 2026, ending the university’s lower student wage.

24 international students have had their Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) terminated due to rule violations, potentially leading to deportation, university officials confirmed.

Dr. Alberto Dávila, Dean of Harrison College of Business and Computing, has passed away.

SEMO's International Education Month kicks off, offering events like "Taste the World" and Culture Cafes to bring domestic and international students together.