SPRINGFIELD – Missouri State University has recently made two new leadership hires. Zora Mulligan will begin as executive vice president on July 5. Brad Bodenhausen will begin as vice president for community and global partnerships on July 1. "I'm very excited about these two additions to my leadership team," said Missouri State President Clif Smart. "I selected Zora because of her leadership abilities, creativity and broad experience in higher education. We are beyond fortunate that Zora accepted this position, and I look forward to working with her. "Brad is deeply connected in the Springfield community and has helped drive many new international connections. He will help the university develop more local and international partnerships." The executive vice president position is new to the university. Mulligan will serve as the second in command to Smart. She will oversee many administrative areas and lead efforts to redesign the university to meet mode