Missouri State University

University Sorry After Band Plays Racist Song

AP | Posted 12.18.2011

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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- Missouri State University is apologizing after its band performed "Dixie" at a site where three black men were lynched in 1906. I...

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Mary Price-Walls Receives Honorary Degree 60 Years After Rejection

Posted 05.25.2011

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Sixty years ago, Mary Price-Walls was denied a college education at Missouri State University due to the color of her skin. But as of today, Mary has...

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Mary Price Walls To Receive College Degree 60 Years After Being Denied Entry To Missouri State University: WATCH

Posted 05.25.2011

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Sixty years ago, Mary Price Walls became the first black student to apply to Missouri State University. She never heard back. The salutatorian of her...

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