The State of Higher Education in St. Louis

Schedule

Wed Sep 23 2026 at 08:00 am to 09:30 am

UTC-05:00
Location

Missouri History Museum | Clayton, MO

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When St. Louis’s colleges and universities thrive, the entire St. Louis region benefits. Join FOCUS and the Missouri Historical Society for a timely and candid conversation with higher education leaders from across our region.
Together, we’ll explore the challenges facing higher education, how these leaders are navigating uncertainty, and how they are innovating on their campuses and beyond to meet this moment. The conversation will examine how universities are adapting and evolving — and why the future of higher education matters to the future of the St. Louis region.
Panelists
-- Moderator: Dr. Jody Sowell, President, Missouri Historical Society
-- Dr. LaTonia Collins Smith, President, Harris–Stowe State University
-- Dr. Andrew D. Martin, Chancellor, Washington University in St. Louis
-- Dr. James T. Minor, Chancellor, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
-- Dr. Jeff L. Pittman, Chancellor, St. Louis Community College
-- Dr. Christopher D. Spilling, Interim Chancellor, University of Missouri-St. Louis
Advance registration is encouraged but not required. Seating is first come, first served.
Parking/Directions
This event will take place in the Lee Auditorium of the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park. Parking is available in the museum’s two lots, in the lots across from the Visitor Center or along the streets in Forest Park.
Schedule
Doors open at 8 a.m. for check-in and networking, and the panel discussion begins at 8:30 a.m.
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Where is it happening?

Missouri History Museum, Missouri History Museum, 5700 Lindell Blvd, St Louis, MO 63112, United States, Clayton

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