Speakers Bureau
The University of Missouri’s College of Arts and Science is the oldest and largest college at Mizzou, with more than 100 degree programs and certificates in a wide range of fields, including art, philosophy, biological sciences, music, history, chemistry, political science, economics, and English, to name just a few. The A&S Speakers Bureau showcases the range and relevance of the college’s research and academic programs.
What is a speakers bureau?
Created in partnership with MU Extension, the A&S Speakers Bureau highlights some of the faculty interested in giving public lectures about their research and teaching. Speakers are available to give presentations to groups and organizations throughout Missouri and surrounding areas. These lectures are all intended for the general public.
Who can use it?
Anyone.
Is there a fee?
No.
What topics are offered?
Some examples include “The Chemistry of NASCAR,” “Hollywood and Politics,” “Neuroscience Research and Rehabilitation of the Brain and Body,” “Missouri in Photographs,” “Missouri Speech Patterns,” and “Walt Disney and American Culture.” These are just a few of the topics available.
How do I request a speaker?
Review the list of speakers/topics and then contact Amanda Cook at 573-884-4482 or CookAS@missouri.edu to check on speaker availability. You may also submit a request form here. Bookings are subject to availability.
Other details?
The organization and the speaker will work out how long the presentation should be. The speaker may request the host group to provide a projector and screen.
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Libby Cowgill Associate Professor |
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Michael Yonan Associate Professor |
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Sheila Baker Assistant Professor |
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Steve Keller Associate Professor |
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Mitchell McKinney Professor |
No specific Missouri topics, but if a local community or civic organization would be interested in planning candidate forums or debates, I could do a workshop/presentation on that topic. |
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Frances Dickey Associate Professor |
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Matt Gordon Professor |
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Anand Prahlad Professor |
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Alexandra Socarides Associate Professor |
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Nancy West Professor |
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Soren Larsen Associate Professor |
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Eric Sandvol Professor |
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Jay Sexton Professor |
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Steve Watts Professor |
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Alex Barker Director |
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Neil Minturn Associate Professor |
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Bill Horner Teaching Professor |
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L. Marvin Overby Professor |
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Scott Frey Professor |
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Laura King Curators' Distinguished Professor |
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Amanda Rose Professor |
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Nate Hofer Associate Professor |
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Heather Carver Professor and Chair |
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