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Iran conflict fuels gas price spike, forcing SEMO students to work more, carpool and use shuttles as rising fuel and transport costs squeeze student budgets.

Cape Girardeau’s April 7 ballot will decide the mayor, Ward 1 council seat, school board, a no-tax-increase bond, a senior property-tax freeze and a new 911 funding fee.

In this episode of Arrow on the Air, we bring you an episode from our KRCU partner. In this episode of SEMO Spotlight, we speak with Patric Sullivan, the scene shop supervisor at the Dobbins Conservatory for Theater and Dance. We touch on the behind-the-scenes technical aspects of theater production, particularly the inner workings of the campus scene shop.

Ongoing discussions in agriculture on soil health SEMO agriculture professor Michael Aide is researching soil health and how it should be measured. He explains that soil health cannot be judged by one universal standard or by comparing different soils; instead, it should be evaluated based on how well each soil supports crops through factors like pH, structure, texture, and living organisms. Trend...

In this episode of Arrow on the Air, we bring you an episode from our KRCU partner. In this episode of SEMO Spotlight, Dr. Goeke shares how, after 34 years at Southeast Missouri State, voice professor Dr. Goeke details a farewell recital blending classical, musical theater, and 1980s rock with friends on March 29. Dr. Goeke details his upcoming recital: "I Get By with a Little Help from My Friends...

Explaining the war in Iran with Dr. Debra Holzhauer The United States has become involved in a major conflict in the Middle East after strikes against Iran resulting in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader. The operation, Epic Fury, aims to weaken Iran's military and nuclear capabilities. Staying prepared during tornado season Tornado season in the Midwest peaks from April to June, bringing fast for...

A new crime lab on Southeast Missouri State campus to expand forensic services, speed evidence testing and boost training across more than a dozen southeast Missouri counties.

In an episode of SEMO Spotlight, provided by the KRCU Public Radio station, we speak with Allie Murphree, a senior advertising major and agency director of SC Creative, a student-run advertising organization.

SEMO Board of Governors approves academic program changes and contract for demolition of Brandt Hall SEMO’s Board of Governors approved several academic program changes Feb. 27. The TV and film program will split into two paths, with TV merging with multimedia journalism and a new Bachelor of Science in film production being created. The agribusiness animal science degree will transition into a Ba...

A story previewing the community event was provided by KRCU Public Radio:  Educators as Artists: Creating Beyond the Classroom , an exhibition of works by SEMO alumni, hosted by the Missouri Art Educators Association will be on view Friday, March 6 through Friday, March 27 in the Arts Expansion (ARX) Gallery. The exhibit spotlights about 25 SEMO alumni art teachers, showcasing diverse works and un...

Leadership shifts in the Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Feb. 4, the Arts Council of Southeast Missouri announced they are seeking a new executive director and assistant director. The transition is meant to give the board of directors a stronger role in guiding the council's future. As the search begins, interns, volunteers and community members will play a key role in maintaining programs and...

In an episode of the KRCU Public Radio podcast, SEMO Spotlight Abbie Van Pelt is junior BFA Musical Theater with two minors. One is in Human Resources and the other is Integrated Marketing and Communications.

In an episode from the KRCU Public Radio Station's arts and culture podcast, Exposition, we speak with Alana Hamilton, a junior BFA Design and Tech major, shares insights about her role as the assistant scenic designer for the new play Six Inches Above the Knee . Six Inches above the Knee will take place February 26th through 28th at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 28th through March 1st at 2 p.m. in the Rust...

CoSTEM Faculty & Staff Award recipients impact students through collaboration Explore how CoSTEM faculty and staff award recipients are collaborating with students and expanding hands-on learning opportunities. Learn more about how agriculture agribusiness communications major Lainey Canning landed a niche internship, and the professor who guided her.  How Cape Girardeau Spent Valentine's Day...

Senior Clara Billing sets a 13’7.25” pole vault school record at the Heartland Invitational as Redhawks stack podium finishes ahead of their Feb. 20 home meet in Cape Girardeau.

More than 200 SEMO students, athletes and community members held a candlelight vigil outside Houck Stadium to remember sophomore kicker Danny Duray.

In this episode of 'Expositon', from the KRCU Public Radio Station , we speak with Craig Milde from CREATE Cape County about the upcoming February Annual #11 . This year's theme is particularly exciting as it revolves around film. CREATE Cape County's February Annual #11 will take place on Saturday, February 21st, at the American Legion Hall in Jackson, with doors opening at 6:30 PM and the film p...

On this week's episode of Arrow on the Air, hosts Mallory Hawkins and Taylor Slavens a memorial being built on campus in honor of the late media professor Dr. Pam Parry, how to overcome academic doubt, and how the 2026 Winter Olympics are shaping pop culture and providing a happy distraction during uncertain times. Memorial on campus A memorial honoring the late professor Dr. Pam Parry is being bu...

Ivan Bradley, a junior majoring in music education. Ivan discusses the demanding nature of his major, which involves a mix of music and education courses requiring him to travel between campuses. He describes his experience teaching music to first and second graders in the Sikeston district during his second field block, emphasizing the enjoyment he finds in this role.

In this episode of Arrow on the Air host Taylor Slavens and Mallory Hawkins cover changes to SEMO's recruitment and retention program, the reasons why your New Year's resolutions may not stick, and the upcoming celebrations surrounding KRCU's 50th anniversary.

SEMO’s Winter Dance Collection brings student and professional choreography to Bedell Performance Hall Feb. 5–8, featuring six choreographers and diverse dance styles.

In this episode of Arrow on the Air, we speak with Dr. Abram Book, an assistant professor in the Department of Communication Studies and Modern Languages. Dr. Book discusses his recent recognition with the Vernon Gantt Award for Distinguished Community Service from the Kentucky Communication Association.

Dylan Day and Jordan Pavelka, two music students preparing for the upcoming MMEA Preview Concert on January 27 at 7 p.m. - Shuck Recital Hall. MMEA conference brings together SEMO future music educators, All-State ensembles, a horn choir performance premiering Cosmos and alum Dr. Jordan Redd.

We feature Leola Poe, a Public Relations (PR) Major at Southeast Missouri State University who details her future ambitions to use PR and marketing to uplift Black-owned businesses, support community nonprofits, and amplify underrepresented voices through purposeful and professional storytelling.

Dr. Christopher Goeke, a professor of music who specializes in voice and opera, regarding the upcoming performance of the Opera Double Feature: Dido and Aeneas & Alcina. The performance is on January 16th at 7:30 p.m. and January 18th at 3:00 p.m. in the Bedell Performance Hall.