Indianapolis, Indiana, was full of aspiring and current geologists at the Geological Society of America (GSA) conference Nov. 4-7. Almost 6,000 students, faculty and researchers attended. Of that 6,000, there were several familiar faces. More than 25 people from Missouri State University presented at GSA. More than 15 students presented their work. An additional 15 alumni … [Read more...] about Geology conference brings together students, faculty, alumni
The Association of Missouri Geologists (AMG) recognized two Missouri State University students. Emma Gibson and Conor O’Dowd received awards Oct. 12 at the annual meeting of AMG. Gibson Gibson received the O.R. Grawe Award. It recognizes the top undergraduate geology student in Missouri. “Emma has an outstanding academic record, is active in student organizations within … [Read more...] about Two geology students win awards
Looking at one rock isn't going to help a budding geologist learn. That's why geology, geography and planning (GGP) make it a point to study as many geologic settings as possible—even if that means trips to other states. "GGP has a long history — over 40 years — in the department of packing up students and faculty and going somewhere to see different rocks than one can see … [Read more...] about Don’t hide under a rock
It was a big outing for the geology, geography and planning (GGP) department. No, it wasn't a forest or a mountain; it was the Geological Society of America (GSA) annual meeting. GGP had 27 students and faculty head to Seattle, Washington, to present 32 different talks and papers. Faculty that presented or co-wrote papers were: Damon Bassett, GGP Toby Dogwiler, … [Read more...] about Geological Society of America meeting turns into opportunities
Watch out, online students! Using the Digital Professor Academy Bootcamp through the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, these College of Natural and Applied Sciences professors are ready to tackle best practices for online and blended courses. Just like students, faculty are always learning. Instructors who completed the course from left to right: Jun Luo … [Read more...] about Life-long learners