Using Your Resources

Missouri State University has many resources available to help you be successful in all areas of your life, not just academics!

Explore some resources that will help you make the most of your college experience.

Academic support

Students studying textbooks and using laptops at the Bear CLAW of Meyer Library.
Bear CLAW
Visit the Bear CLAW (Center for Learning and Writing) at the Meyer Library to sign up for tutoring, study with your peers and get supplemental guidance from faculty and staff.
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Center for Academic Success and Transition
Keep yourself accountable in your academics by meeting with an academic success coach or a peer mentor.
  • Success coaches will help you become be better organized, meet deadlines, prioritize projects and manage your time to reach goals.
  • Peer mentors are unbiased listeners who can help you find answers and share referral information.
Students Maria Meluso and Victoria Dickson discuss an assignment in the Writing Center at the Bear CLAW.
The Writing Center
Get suggestions on any writing assignment regardless of the course or topic. Workshop creative writing assignments, speeches, presentations and more.

Advising and career guidance

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Academic Advising and Transfer Center

Need help choosing a major? Walk through your academic choices with an academic advisor and attend the Majors Fair.

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Career Center
Connect with the Career Center to get assistance with your job search, résumé writing and interview preparation. Services are available for all students and alumni.

Health and wellness services

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Counseling Center
Attend special workshops to improve your university life. Address a broad range of concerns, like stress management, relationships, test-taking and time management.
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Learning Diagnostic Clinic

Connect with professionals who can diagnose and treat psychological disorders and conditions. Services are available for adults and children.

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Magers Health and Wellness Center
Schedule an appointment and attend wellness events. Get quality health and preventive care at minimum cost to the university community, ages 6 years and older.