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SEMO Anthropology students and faculty helped identify remains found in 2022 near Portageville, Missouri, solving a cold case and bringing closure to the family of missing Indiana man Robert J. Eaton.
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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.
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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.
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Cape Girardeau’s aging water system is at risk of failure, and an August vote could determine if the city secures funding for critical repairs or faces deeper water shortages in the coming years.
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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.
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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.
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At Southeast Missouri State University, Dr. Carlos Vargas has become more than just a president—he’s been a mentor, a supporter, and a champion for students. Now, as he prepares to move on, his legacy continues through the lives he’s impacted on campus.
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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.
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As Southeast Missouri State University prepares for the 2025 Student Government Association (SGA) election, two distinct campaign platforms are working to engage the student body: "Make SEMO Shine" and "Your Voice Matters." Both tickets are campaigning for the opportunity to lead next year’s student government.
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SEMO professor Jonathan Kessler was arrested on charges of child endangerment, domestic assault, and unlawful weapon use. His court appearance is scheduled for March 17. Stay informed on this developing story.