Driven by curiosity in physics and discipline from competitive swimming, physics senior Lana Janson has turned her journey at Missouri State University into a milestone moment — she is one of the student speakers at the university’s spring 2026 commencement ceremonies. Representing the College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS), Janson will speak at the 1 p.m. … [Read more...] about Physics, perseverance and the podium
Growing up in rural Audubon, Iowa, surrounded by nature, it is no surprise that Missouri State University junior Jordan Porsch formed an early connection to protecting the natural world. Her mom worked for the Audubon Soil and Water Conservation District, and her dad and brother would take her fishing and hunting. “Conservation was a big deal in my family, and I love … [Read more...] about A big opportunity on the horizon

