Missouri Valley College

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Missouri Valley College is a private, four-year liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). The 150-acre campus is in Marshall, Missouri. Just ten miles north of Interstate 70. Missouri Valley College was founded in 1889 and now features 27 academic majors and an enrollment of 1,425 students. Missouri Valley College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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[edit] Philosophy

Missouri Valley College is an opportunity college that provides educational, social and cultural experiences in a decidedly Christian environment. The College's liberal arts heritage focuses on scholarship, critical thinking and academic excellence to prepare the students to become members of a responsible citizenry. Missouri Valley College believes that a broad understanding of its intellectual and cultural heritage is essential for effective participation in contemporary life. Therefore, MVC seeks to ensure that all students have the opportunity to gain this understanding in order to provide a context for the knowledge they will gain as they specialize in a particular field of study. To gain this understanding students will be introduced to the major fields of human endeavor. They will be instructed in effective written and oral communication along with logical, critical and creative thinking. Through their majors, students will have the opportunity to gain the depth of knowledge and special skills to prepare them for a career or for further study.

[edit] History

Missouri Valley College was founded in 1889. So far as history is concerned, it is difficult to fix on definite data, and yet it may be said that the history of Missouri Valley College began with a conference of the representatives of the several Presbyterian synods in the state of Missouri, which was held at Sarcoxie, MO, October 27, 1874.

[edit] Academics

The academic program of Missouri Valley College has been formulated to promote the development of the student within the mission and goals of the College. Educational policy is intended to ensure the academic growth of the student within a framework of social, physical, and spiritual growth. Students should obtain a copy of the College Catalog and become familiar with the academic policies and procedures. Missouri Valley College offers bachelor's degrees in 27 different subjects.

[edit] Alumni

The Missouri Valley College Alumni Association comprises more than 16,760 alumni. Valley’s alumni are leaders in numerous professional fields including education, business, sports, and consulting. Valley’s alumni are vital to the continued growth of the College and the quality of life of the students. The Office of Alumni Relations seeks to encourage alumni to become involved in alumni and College activities. Alumni are recognized by the College for meritorious activity through the Outstanding Alumnus Award, the Honorary Alumnus Award, and other special recognition. There are many ways for alumni to become involved in the life of the Missouri Valley community: campus organizations, Valley Women, Alumni Association, class agents, socials, athletics, Fifty Plus Club, reunions, and Presidents Society

[edit] Athletics

Missouri Valley College's athletic teams are nicknamed the Vikings. The Missouri Valley Athletic Department is committed to an intercollegiate athletic program that supports the college as a whole by providing opportunities for its student-athletes in accordance with the rules and regulations of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). As a member of the Heart of America Conference, Missouri Valley College is committed to the fulfillment of academics and athletic excellence while practicing sound fiscal management practices. Missouri Valley College a member of the NAIA Champions of Characters program, with its five core values of Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Servant Leadership, and Sportsmanship

[edit] Men's varsity sports

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross country
  • Football

Football has always been at the forefront of Missouri Valley College athletics. With 17 conference championships, a small college national title, two national runner-up finishes and 13 national bowl games, the Vikings have been proven winners. In the 2006 season, the Vikings advanced to the semi-finals of the NAIA Football National Championships, before falling to the eventual National Champions. The Vikings finished the season with a 13-1 record a # 3 ranking in the final 2006 "NAIA Football Top 25 Poll."

  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Track and field
  • Rodeo
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling

Wrestling Team Accomplishments: 1991-1992 14th Nationally 4 All Americans (AA) 1992-1993 20th Nationally 3 AA's 1993-1994 13th Nationally 3 AA's 1994-1995 8th Nationally 6 AA's 1995-1996 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS 8 AA's 1996-1997 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS 8 AA's 1997-1998 National Runner-Up 7 AA's 1998-1999 5th Nationally 9 AA's 1999-2000 National Runner-Up 10 AA's 2000-2001 National Runner-Up 9 AA's 2001-2002 6th Nationally 7 AA's 2002-2003 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS 11 AA's 2003-2004 3rd Nationally 8 AA's 2004-2005 National Runner-Up 9 AA's 2005-2006 7th Nationally 5AA's

Also the alma mater of WWE Superstar Bobby Lashley.

[edit] Women's varsity sports

  • Basketball
  • Cross country
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Rodeo
  • Wrestling

The college also sponsors cheer, dance, and rodeo teams.

[edit] Greek Life

Missouri Valley College has six national Fraternities and Sororities. Each of the following links connects to the national and/or local chapter web site.

[edit] Fraternities

[edit] Sororities

[edit] Board of Trustees

  • Charles “Bud” Bacon, Jr.
  • Rev. Dr. Jacqueline Brock
  • Dr. Lou Brock
  • Dr. Lloyd R. Brown
  • Bessie Chittwood
  • George R. Clemens
  • Ruth Coffman
  • Charles Cooper
  • E. Wayne Crawford
  • John C. Dods, J.D.
  • Albert S. Eckilson, Jr.
  • Dan Fahnestock
  • Dr. Walker C. Fletcher, Jr.
  • Gary L. Ford
  • Vickie Gibler, McCloud, Alumni Association President
  • Robert E. (Gene) Harmon
  • Donald S. Huff, J.D.
  • Dr. John P. Huston, Chairman of the Board
  • Todd Johnson
  • Dr. Whitney E. Kerr, Sr.
  • Douglas Kiburz, M.D.
  • Randy D. Larson
  • Diana Malan, Faculty Representative
  • W. Alan McCollough
  • Ron Nielsen
  • Ron Porter
  • Dr. Guy Schupp
  • Mike Stinson
  • Tom Taylor
  • Oscar Tshibanda
  • Rev. Dr. Louis H. Wollenberg

[edit] Trustee Emeriti

  • Dr. Harry Heinemann
  • Dr. William D. Kleine
  • Dr. Mack Porter
  • Dr. Herman Schulte

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