Working with the National Geographic Society (NGS) is an honor not many people will have. But Genevieve Stark, senior geography, geology and planning (GGP) student, will hold that honor this summer. Starting in June, she will serve as NGS’s Strategic Partnerships, Grants and Explorer-Educator Connections (SPGEE) intern. “Growing up, I read National Geographic … [Read more...] about GGP student selected for prestigious internship
Students and faculty in the College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) were recognized in the 2023 Einhellig Interdisciplinary Forum (EIDF) on April 29. The EIDF showcases graduate student research and creative works through poster presentations and art exhibitions, with an awards ceremony at the end of the event. Outstanding CNAS Poster Presentations Alexander … [Read more...] about Einhellig Interdisciplinary Forum recognizes CNAS excellence
On April 19, the College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) hosted their annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. The event was competitive, and winners were selected from multiple CNAS disciplines. Biology – Ecology, Wildlife and Conservation 1st place: Taylor Hiers – “A novel approach to scoring rhythmic variation in evolving white-throated sparrow … [Read more...] about Honoring excellence in undergraduate student research
Last semester, Missouri State University biochemistry students tried a different kind of lesson plan – a rap battle. It was such a success that they held another one this year, and it has become a fan favorite event. “I absolutely love this event as it gives an opportunity for students from diverse backgrounds and majors to interact and work on core concepts of … [Read more...] about Another successful run
The American Physical Society (APS) hosted its March meeting March 5-10 in Las Vegas, Nevada. A group of Missouri State students in different physics, astronomy and materials science (PAMS) disciplines were in attendance, and some presented their research. August Schwoebel From Belleville, Illinois, Schwoebel is a dual chemistry and physics major with an emphasis in … [Read more...] about PAMS students bring research to Las Vegas