The Missouri State University Student Community Action Team (SCAT) is a registered student organization dedicated to serving the Springfield community. SCAT was established in 1994 as a complement to the Federal Work-Study program. SCAT is a unique program that allows students to serve an average of 10-12 hours a week with an area not-for-profit agency for the fall and spring semesters of the academic year as their work study assignment. Through their participation, SCAT members broaden their educational experience and awareness of community needs along with providing valuable services, insights, and energy to the Springfield community. In addition to serving a not-for-profit agency, the students also participate in at least one service project in community each semester.
