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
Goldfinches, hawks and chickadees. There are over 10,000 species of birds, each adapted to its specific environment and lifestyle. They can be found in nearly every ecosystem on Earth. With such diversity, there is much to study about them. Missouri State University biology students Taylor Hiers and Carter Stoelzel believe more young people should have opportunities to … [Read more...] about Eyes on the skies
The research of Dr. Matthew McKay has been featured in the 2023 issue of Mind’s Eye magazine. As an associate professor of geology with a passion for exploration, he mixes old-school geology teaching techniques with the latest technology. Congratulations Dr. McKay! The full story is available online. Excerpt: Imagine kayaking through inlets and camping on remote … [Read more...] about Dr. Matthew McKay featured in Mind’s Eye
April 22 is Earth Day, but Missouri State University’s Student Government Association (SGA) has created opportunities to celebrate Mother Earth all week long. April 18 Plastic bag swap, PSU atrium, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring five plastic bags for a sticker. Bring 10 plastic bags for a sticker and a reusable tote bag (while supplies last). April 19 Trivia Night, … [Read more...] about Honoring Mother Earth
As a city grows, so can negative environmental impacts to that city. This relationship between building and the environment is one reason Dr. Matthew Pierson, Mace/Turblex engineering professor at Missouri State University, encourages community involvement with the City of Springfield’s Adopt-a-Stream program. During the cleanup at Jordan Creek Oct. 1, participants … [Read more...] about What urbanization does to the environment