Southeast Missouri State University

SEMO unveils $1.5 million in upgrades and a new name for its Police Academy, aiming to modernize training, boost student focus, and expand regional law enforcement collaboration.

SEMO’s Board of Governors reviewed new campus partnerships in medicine, agriculture, and STEM, unveiled the Vollink Family Observatory, and announced updates to the Police Academy during their June 17 meeting.

Southeast Missouri State University’s Sikeston campus welcomes Saluna, a St. Louis-based agricultural technology startup focused on advancing hemp as a competitive and sustainable alternative for farmers.

The Vollink Family Observatory officially became part of the Southeast Missouri State University campus in a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the new partnership. Professors, alumni, city officials, and family members were at the site on Wed. May 28 to introduce the new facility.

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 Alumnus Cedric Antonio Kyles will receive an honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts from Southeast Missouri State University during the spring commencement on May 10th, 2025, at the Show Me Center.

In this episode of 'Exposition', we speak with Dr. Joel Vanderheyden, saxophonist, about his upcoming performance in the 'Underground Jazz' Series at Scout Hall. The show is on Friday, May 9th, 2025, at 7:30 pm. He'll be on stage with a few of his friends, including Dr. Felipe Brito on trombone, Andrew Binder on bass, Jacob Kerzner on vibraphone, and Jay Contrino on drums.

In this episode of 'Exposition', we speak with Dr. Joel Vanderheyden, saxophonist, about his upcoming performance in the 'Underground Jazz' Series at Scout Hall. The show is on Friday, May 9th, 2025, at 7:30 pm. He'll be on stage with a few of his friends, including Dr. Felipe Brito on trombone, Andrew Binder on bass, Jacob Kerzner on vibraphone, and Jay Contrino on drums.

The 1949 Cape Girardeau tornado left a trail of destruction, killing 23 and destroying over 220 buildings—one of the deadliest storms in Missouri’s history. Survivor recalls its lasting impact.

In this episode of 'Exposition', Vocal Performance and Vocal Education major Joshua Liebhart joins us in the studio to preview the 'Chichester Psalms' Concert. The Concert features several well-known psalms, including Psalm 23 (The Lord Is My Shepherd) and Psalm 100 (Make a Joyful Noise Unto the Lord). Additionally, works from the SEMO Orchestra and other university-sanctioned choirs will be presented in the program. The concert is April 29, at 7:30 pm in the Bedell Performance Hall on the Southeast Missouri State University River Campus.