Springfield, MO—On September 27, A Girl Like Me Network celebrated their new shared space in partnership with the Drew Lewis Foundation at the Fairbanks. The new space will allow the organization space to teach various programs including their healthy nutrition, life skills, and STEM Program, — a partnership with Missouri State University, said board member Marlon Graves. The organization serves girls in grades 5th-12th in the Southwest Missouri area. Their mentorship program expands their girls experiences and opportunities for leadership development, personal development, and STEM preparation.
Desegregating Southwest Missouri State College
Missouri State University was founded in 1905 as the Fourth District Normal School. Normal Schools trained teachers. By the end of 1905, there were six