Missouri State University’s College of Natural and Applied Sciences has recently changed the name of one of its departments. The department of geography, geology and planning has a new name: the School of Earth, Environment and Sustainability (SEES). This name better connects student interests with the school’s degree offerings. About the change The SEES Director Dr. … [Read more...] about A fresh perspective
Community engagement serves as a key pillar of Missouri State University’s Public Affairs mission. Dr. Matt Pierson, associate professor of engineering, is among those supporting this pillar’s fulfillment at Missouri State. He recently received the 2022 Faculty Excellence in Community Engagement Award as recognition for his quality service efforts. Leading support … [Read more...] about Dr. Matt Pierson receives 2022 Faculty Excellence in Community Engagement Award
Biology Bear grads often lead careers at least in part working behind the lens of a microscope. Their impressive professional achievements should also be brought into focus. This includes the work of biology alumna Krissy Sardina. She recently received the Early Career Professional of the Year Award from the Southwest Region of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife … [Read more...] about Alumna Krissy Sardina wins Early Career Professional of the Year Award
Stars, planets and galaxies may be out of reach. But they can be brought into sight through the lenses of telescopes at Baker Observatory. The observatory, ran by the physics, astronomy and materials science department at Missouri State University, will host its first Public Observing Night since the onset of the pandemic Nov. 5. The free, family-friendly event … [Read more...] about Bringing back Public Observing Night at Baker Observatory
The College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) will host the 2021 CNAS-STEM Career Expo event 3-6 p.m. Nov. 3. CNAS will lead the event in partnership with the Career Center and the STEM Living Learning Community. Dustin Braddish, career resources specialist, shares what students can expect from the expo. Check out the full schedule of upcoming CNAS … [Read more...] about Take part in the 2021 CNAS STEM Career Expo event