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Evidenced by a new Economic Impact Study presented to the SEMO Board of Governors by international labor market analytics firm Lightcast, Southeast Missouri State University makes a profound and far-reaching contribution to Missouri’s economy. The report reveals that SEMO contributed a staggering $1.4 billion to the state’s economy in fiscal year 2023-24, equivalent to supporting 14,725 jobs across Missouri and providing a substantial return for the students and taxpayers who invest in the University.

SEMO students and community members rallied to protest the revocation of international student visas, demanding protections after SEVIS record terminations put dozens at risk of deportation and loss of legal status.

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.

On Tuesday, Aug. 8, Southeast Missouri State University and Cape Girardeau Public Schools signed an agreement to form an exclusive partnership to increase access for the district’s employees to the University’s educational programs, cultural arts, athletics, and recreational activities.

Alysa Massey is a second-year graduate student in SEMO's Communication Disorders program. Previously, Alysa obtained an Associate of Arts Degree from Mineral Area College and a Bachelor of Science Degree from Missouri State University.

Alysa Massey is a second-year graduate student in SEMO's Communication Disorders program. Previously, Alysa obtained an Associate of Arts Degree from Mineral Area College and a Bachelor of Science Degree from Missouri State University.

The MOST 529 savings plan is a program designed to help families save money for their future education needs. It is a tax-advantaged program, which means families won’t pay taxes on the money in the 529 account and can also earn tax benefits like tax deductions.

Tetiana Dronova is an international student from Ukraine, and she is pursuing a master's degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) at Southeast Missouri State University.

Tetiana Dronova is an international student from Ukraine, and she is pursuing a master's degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) at Southeast Missouri State University.

Founded in 1873, March 22, 2023, marked the Southeast Missouri State University sesquicentennial anniversary, and a celebration was held at the University Center on SEMO’s campus.