Truman State University


HEAD OF CLASS Supporting Excellence The Truman State University Foundation offers thousands in scholarship funds. Think you can't get a scholarship once you've been admitted to Truman? Think again! Truman offers scholarships in both spring and fall for upperclassmen as well as incoming students. With two application periods—October for the spring scholarships and January/February for the following fall—you can keep your eye out for new scholarship opportunities. The Scholarship Foundation The Truman State University Foundation, managed by Becky Pike, offers both endowed and annual scholarships. "Endowed means all gifts are protected, invested, and designed to last in perpetuity. Annual scholarship funds are made up of gifts to the foundation and we award them in full," says Pike. "For example, if a donor gives $1000 for a nursing scholarship, the full $1000 is given to a student." read on >	FOUNDATIONS Blazing a Trail How one Truman alum pioneered her way to the top of the automotive industry. Linda Miller ('70) loves a good challenge—and confounding convention. That's why, after landing a job with Ford more than 30 years ago, she could be found dismantling a car engine in her apartment to learn how it worked. After moving up through the ranks, she became manufacturing director of Ford's Powertrain Operations, taking full responsibility for the engine and casting plants in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The automotive industry was a far cry from Miller's original plans—she started out as a French major at Truman. "When I realized I didn't have a good French accent, I switched to math because I found it challenging," says Miller. Despite being involved in numerous clubs and activities, she managed to earn her undergraduate degree in three years. read on >
CAMPUS LIFE Beyond the Books College students just wanna have fun—and at Truman, they do! Most parents, advisors, and teachers advise you to base your college decision on a school's national ranking, quality, outcome stats, and financial aid package. But we all know that when it comes down to it, college students want to have fun—and want to be at a college where it's not all about Dostoyevsky, chem labs, and study groups. At Truman, there's a blend of both academics and action. Here are a few Truman attractions that contribute to Truman's vibrant social life: Seasonal, Campus-wide Activities: Throughout the year, the Student Activities Board (SAB) hosts free events for students. For instance, on October 30, students will meet on the Quad for pumpkin carving and decorating, caramel apples, hot chocolate, and cappuccino. read on >	THE RIGHT FIT A Major in Training A student and a trainer discuss Truman's new athletic training major. A tackled football player doesn't get up right away. A track athlete grimaces and clutches her thigh, painfully aware that she just pulled a muscle. A basketball rebound turns into a multi-player collision featuring sprained ankles, scraped knees, and skinned elbows. Enter: the athletic trainer. Michelle Boyd, head athletic trainer at Truman, says, "The stereotypical athletic trainer is the person who runs onto the field or court when an athlete gets injured. But athletic trainers also work in factories, with ballet companies, and at sports medicine clinics." read on >

Saturday, November 3

Open to all high school students, the President's Distinguished Scholar Day is a great way to narrow your college search. You will be given the chance to explore firsthand what we call the Truman Experience.

RSVP by contacting the Office of Admission via phone (660-785-4114) or by clicking here.

Click here for more information.

Office of Admission
McClain Hall 205
100 East Normal
Kirksville, MO 63501
admissions.truman.edu