From Belleville, Illinois, August Schwoebel’s journey at Missouri State University has been a special one. Graduating this spring, he remembers all he has learned, gained and accomplished as a student in the College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS). “Schwoebel is the epitome of a naturally talented and bright student who does not rest on their laurels, pushes … [Read more...] about Building the perfect toolbox
An exciting, real-world and hands-on collaboration is happening between Missouri State University, the City of Springfield and City Utilities. Students in the Community Planning Practicum course (PLN572/672) are working with the City of Springfield and Springfield City Utilities on a portion of the large Lake Springfield Plan. Dr. Krista Evans, associate professor of … [Read more...] about GGP students aid in visioning project for Lake Springfield
If you are a current CNAS undergraduate student or graduated in December 2022, get ready to show off your research! The 14th annual CNAS Research Symposium will take place 1:45-3:15 p.m. April 28 in the PSU Ballroom. Judging will occur from noon-1:30 p.m. This is a public event, and all are encouraged to attend. Download the flyer An award ceremony … [Read more...] about Poster and video submissions wanted for CNAS Research Symposium
The Emerging Researchers National (ERN) Conference in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) is a big one. It’s hosted by many big names in science, including the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), Inclusive STEM Ecosystems for Equity & Diversity (ISEED) programs and the National Science Foundation (NSF) Division of Human … [Read more...] about CNAS students present at Emerging Researchers Conference
Under the surface of some Missouri ponds, you can find a curly-leaf pondweed, also known as Potamogeton crispus, with leaves that are sometimes compared to lasagna noodles. But they aren’t welcome there. So how does an invasive species get by in an environment they were never originally a part of? Daphne Miles, a 2023 recipient of the Stan Hudson Research Grant … [Read more...] about Environmental biology student awarded Stan Hudson grant from Missouri Native Plant Society