BearsWIN

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Honoring and heightening

The Power of Women

BearsWIN (Women's Impact Network) is a network of advocates who honor the impact of women by addressing the most pressing needs of students at MSU. We optimize our time, talent and resources to turn big ideas into measurable and meaningful change for Missouri State University.

An Evening with Danica Patrick

BearsWIN Launch

Danica Patrick was at Missouri State University to help launch BearsWIN (Women's Impact Network) on February 28, 2024. Danica Patrick's visit to Missouri State University was made possible thanks to presenting sponsor Physical Therapy Specialists Clinic, Mary and Jeff Schrag, VIP Experience sponsor, Central Bank and Central Trust and additional support from Kevin and Marla Elliott, Chevy Dealers of the Ozarks, Ashley, KY3, Springfield, Missouri's NBC TV affiliate and Mid-West Family.  
 
Danica Patrick at Missouri State

BearsWIN key areas of support

Degree Completion Support

Degree Completion Support

The BearsWIN Degree Completion Fund was established to assist students who have some financial-support needs in order to complete a degree.
female missouri state students walking across campus

Mental Wellness

The BearsWIN Mental Wellness Fund provides financial assistance for students seeking counseling or psychiatric services at Magers.

West Plains Campus

The GrizzliesWIN Mental Wellness and Neurodiversity Fund at MSU-West Plains benefits select students on the MSU-West Plains campus.
Degree Completion

$2,232

is the average degree completion grant awarded to students in need. 

Degree Completion Initiatives
Mental Wellness

71%

of college students said they were struggling with stress, anxiety and depression.
Mental Wellness Impact
Neurodivergency and Mental Wellness

11%

of college students are considered neurodivergent according to collegeautismnetwork.org.
Neurodiversity and Mental Wellness at MSU-West Plains

Contact Us

BearsWIN network members share their time, talent, treasure or testimony. Most of all, they have a long-lasting and positive effect on Missouri State University. If you are interested in speaking with someone further about BearsWIN, please use the link below.