When anthropologist Dr. Marnie Watson was in graduate school at the University of New Mexico, she got to participate in a big research project that focused on mental health and substance abuse issues. That opportunity would kick start her research career. Since then, much of her work has involved studying and sharing the stories of people who have undergone traumatic … [Read more...] about Revealing the true nature of people
Ever wished for a writing partner who’s part Shakespeare, part Silicon Valley? Dr. Leslie Seawright The recent advancement of generative artificial intelligence (AI) like ChatGPT, Gemini, Bard and other large language models have made this possible and left many academicians talking. Many professors, particularly in the English and communications discipline, have expressed … [Read more...] about What is the role of generative AI in academia?
Students from Missouri State University’s communication, media, journalism and film department (CMJF) recently won a 2024 Student Emmy award for an episode of their documentary, “Discovering Dickerson Park Zoo.” The award is from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) – Mid-America. The documentary is a nine-episode web series filmed and edited by … [Read more...] about A roaring success
Each May, our country celebrates Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month. It’s an opportunity to explore and pay tribute to this group of people, who has not only helped to shape America’s history and culture, but also is vital in its future success. In fall 2023, Missouri State University had about 2% of its student population that identified as … [Read more...] about Celebrate APIDA Heritage Month by listening to the experiences of Asian Americans
To connect local practitioners, community members, nonprofits, students and researchers on themes around poverty, the Center for Ozarks Poverty Research (COPR) at Missouri State University presents its first-ever free Community Conference on Poverty. Themed, “Housing, Homelessness and Families,” the conference takes place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 26 in Hill Hall, Room 001. It … [Read more...] about Connecting the community with research on poverty