Local students graduate from Missouri State University

SPRINGFIELD, MO — Missouri State University awarded 1,426 degrees to students in fall 2025.

The commencement ceremonies took place Dec. 12, 2025, at Great Southern Bank Arena.

 

The following local students earned degrees:

 

Aaron Ernst of Perryville graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Marketing

Ashley Weinhold of Perryville graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Professional Writing

Blake Voelker of Perryville graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Finance

Madison Mingione of Perryville graduated with a Master of Science, Child Life Studies

Alaina Bauman of Sainte Genevieve graduated with a Bachelor of General Studies

Alexis Bova of Ste Genevieve graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education, Special Education/Cross Categorical , Cum Laude.

 

Students who graduated with honors completed at least 30 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5.

 

Missouri State University is a community of citizen scholars committed to public affairs. Our innovative teaching, research and service create transformative experiences that benefit individuals and society.