Lunch with an MSU Genius

Lunch with an MSU Genius, a luncheon series hosted by the Missouri State University Foundation, showcases the many types of genius at Missouri State University. Brent Dunn, Missouri State University Foundation, Executive Director and Vice President for University Advancement, personally interviews each MSU genius.

This informal and creative interview style provides the audience with a unique personal perspective to the life and experiences which led to the amazing work and incredible impact of each MSU genius.

November 20, 2024

Dr. Gary Michelfelder

Dissecting a Zombie Volcano to Understand and Demystify Supervolcanoes
September 18, 2024

Jana Ault-Phillips

Shaping the Future of Estate and
Financial Planners
July 31, 2024

Judith Martínez-Garcia

Resilience through the Latinx Eye. Finding community within adversity.
May 8, 2024

Laura Derrick

Unlocking the alchemy of construction: Navigating the art and science of the Blunt Hall addition and renovation project
March 27, 2024

Mr. Marty Lueck

Hereford ranching through the years 
Nov. 8, 2024

Dr. Paul Durham

Rising above your genes: The importance of epigenetics to restoring and maintaining your health
Sept. 27, 2023

Dr. Melissa Bledsoe

From the ground up: Nutrition starts with soil
July 12, 2023

Dr. Julia Troche

Relating stories of the ancient world


May 24, 2023

Dr. Brad Snow

Building band leaders, one step at a time


March 15, 2023

Dr. Kerri Tassin

At the intersection of law and taxes
Nov. 2, 2022

Dr. Amy Hulme

Hope in the fight against HIV

Sept. 7, 2022

Dr. Douglas Gouzie

Sinking suspicions: Avoiding future disasters

July 5, 2022

David Hall

University safety in a changing world

May 4, 2022

Dr. Bill Meadows

Code Talking: Shining a light on war-time heroes

March 2, 2022

Dr. Todd Payne

Touching the lives of others through music, the universal language