We are fortunate to have so many dedicated alumni on our advisory boards. On Oct. 19, several chemistry advisory board members participated in a “Careers in Chemistry” panel for students. Corrie Sifers, Mike Minor, Scott Workman, Drs. Matthew Harthcock and David Osborne participated. “Students were able to ask questions, get advice and interact with five working … [Read more...] about Preparing for the next step after college: Finding a job
Dr. Heather Osswald, a 2012 Missouri State graduate, visited campus Oct. 18 to present her research and interact with students. A chemistry honors graduate, she went on to receive her PhD in organic chemistry from Purdue University. She’s a post-doctoral research associate at Scripps Research. Osswald spoke about her work with anti-HIV drugs. She has synthesized a new … [Read more...] about Chemistry alumnus visits, speaks on campus
Sometimes we are called to make a difference locally; sometimes we are called abroad. Dr. Alanna Flath Bree, Missouri State University biology and chemistry alumna, felt her impact wasn't enough in the United States. She worked at a clinic as a pediatric dermatologist until she wondered how she could better use her talent. She decided to try mission work in Kenya and … [Read more...] about Finding your calling overseas
Between prescriptions or taking something for a headache or joint pain, we use drugs every day. Dr. Mary Krause is ensuring that the drugs you take are safe and of the best quality. Krause focuses on late-stage development of biologic drug products at Bristol-Myers Squibb in the Parenterals Science and Technology group. Biologic drugs An alumna of Missouri State … [Read more...] about Saving lives one medication at a time
Everyone dreams about using their degree for the greater good, for a career they love, for advancement in society, and these CNAS Bears have done that. The Bears of Distinction Awards were given June 24, and three CNAS alumni were honored. Dr. David Vinyard Dr. David Vinyard, who earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in chemistry at Missouri State … [Read more...] about Once a bear, always a bear