Missouri State University alumnus Jason Ray has been a dedicated director for the Center for Resource Planning Management (CPRM) for 10 years. In recognition of his professional contributions to the university and community, the Springfield Business Journal (SBJ) named him to its 2026 40 Under 40 class. He received this award alongside 39 other honorees on April 13 at the … [Read more...] about Leading regional growth through planning and partnership
Growing up in rural Audubon, Iowa, surrounded by nature, it is no surprise that Missouri State University junior Jordan Porsch formed an early connection to protecting the natural world. Her mom worked for the Audubon Soil and Water Conservation District, and her dad and brother would take her fishing and hunting. “Conservation was a big deal in my family, and I love … [Read more...] about A big opportunity on the horizon
In the College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS), many undergraduate and graduate students are actively conducting research. Across disciplines, they are asking bold questions, testing new ideas and gaining hands-on experience in the fields they plan to lead in the future. Among them are three students from the department of physics, astronomy and materials science: … [Read more...] about Curiosity in action
An essay inspired by bamboo trees earned Missouri State University student Nguyen Huynh third place in the 2025 Michael N. Compton Public Affairs Essay Contest. A junior chemistry and biochemistry major, she received a $150 cash award at the awards presentation on Nov. 6. "This recognition motivates me to continue learning about ethical leadership, cultural competence and … [Read more...] about A focus on building resilience
A group of biology students, alumni and faculty members from Missouri State University’s College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) represented the university well at the 104th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Mammalogists (ASM). The event took place from June 27-July 1 at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. It brought together hundreds of … [Read more...] about Advancing the science of mammalogy