At Truman, professors realize that students are more than just students. They deserve attention inside as well as outside of the classroom.

It's a philosophy that runs deep at Truman. Dr. Chris Lantz, associate professor in health and exercise sciences, states…

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Mike McClaskey graduated from Truman State University with a Bachelor of Arts in English and Bachelor of Science in Education. A senior executive with a global firm in technology solutions, he identifies the key pillars of his time at Truman.

Keeping Pace with Change
Mike McClaskey: Besides teaching individuals how to learn, Truman demonstrates the value of continuous, life-long learning. Given the pace of change in the business world, learning and reinvention are essential to success.

Skills in Speaking and Writing
Mike McClaskey: I have been surprised what a differentiator articulate, organized, audience-appropriate speaking and writing is in the business world, even at the executive level.

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Even the scroogiest of students couldn't choke out a "Bah, humbug" after Tuesday's performance of A Christmas Carol. The Nebraska Theatre Caravan brought a steaming cup of holiday cheer to a packed Baldwin Auditorium.

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You may have asked, "What can I do with a liberal arts degree?" or "Will I be able to find a job when I graduate?"

When you are a Truman student, these questions become irrelevant. Truman liberal arts & sciences graduates are highly valued in the workplace and employed in a myriad of positions. Case-in-point, Lesa Ketterlinus, director of Truman's Career Center, states, "Last fall, Truman's career fair was the largest in Missouri. This certainly wasn't because of our convenient location and easy access. Employers value Truman students because of the skills developed here—oral and written communications, interpersonal relationship skills, teamwork and leadership, analytical thinking, computer knowledge, and career-related experience.

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