Changes the mission of Missouri Southern State University

This bill officially renames Missouri Southern State College to Missouri Southern State University and redefines its mission to focus on international education, global studies, health and life sciences, and immersive learning experiences. It designates the institution as moderately selective and requires it to develop specific academic programs and public service activities to support this new global education theme. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the university must stop offering associate degree programs by July 1, 2008, unless those programs receive specific approval from the state's coordinating board for higher education.