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CNAS News – November 4, 2024

November 4, 2024 by Holly R. Keehner

Upcoming

2024 Election Information –  The Great Southern Bank Arena will be the central polling location for this election for anyone registered to vote in Greene County. The polls are open from 6 am to 7 pm.

CNAS Career Expo is Wednesday, November 13. Faculty are welcome to attend – especially the first hour to learn more about each of the companies. The current list of companies attending is available. They are looking for spring/summer interns as well as full-time employees.

CNAS Seminars – All are welcome!

Dr. Delower Hossain, University of Tennessee Space Institute – November 7, PAMS Seminar: “Design, Selection, Synthesis, and Structure-Property Relationship of Refractory High-Entropy Ceramics for Extreme Engineering Applications” via Teams; seminar at 4:00-5:00 PM.

Katie R. Ryan, PhD, University of Arkansas Medical School – November 8, Biology Seminar: “Lung Cancer Metastasis” Meyer 101, seminar at 4:00-5:00 PM.

Dr. Chris Merrett, Western Illinois University – November 11, SEES Seminar: “The Impacts of Dollar General Stores on Rural Illinois Communities” Blunt 345, seminar at 2:30-3:30 PM.

Grover P Miller, PhD, University of Arkansas Medical School – November 15, Biology Seminar: “Mechanisms Underlying Health Risks from Combinations of Cannabinoids and Prescription Drugs” Meyer 101; seminar at 4:00-5:00 PM.

ACADEMIC ADVISOR FORUM SERIES

Fast-Track Futures: Advising for Accelerated Graduate Programs – December 2, 12:00-1:00 PM

Mindful of Neurodiversity – December 5, 12:00-1:00 PM

CNAS NEWS –

MSU Biology Alumna receives Delta Zeta’s 35 Under 35 Award

Celebrating Interdisciplinary excellence

Mind’s Eye

A New Era for OEWRI

BLUNT HALL CONSTRUCTION UPDATE:

Phase One

11/4/24 thru 11/15/24

11/9/24 New Transformer Installation – Power Outage at Addition only

  • Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing work in addition & auditoriums – Levels 0, 4 & 5.
  • Gypsum board installation & Finish Level 1 & 4. Painting on Level 1.
  • Floor Polishing on Level 3 & 4.
  • Restroom Completion Level 0 & 4.
  • Curtain wall continues. GFRC installation continues. Metal wrap continues.
  • Roof installation on Level 4 (porch), Level 5 continues, and Auditorium continues.
  • Lab Casework Installation continues – Level 0, 1 & 2.
  • Hardscape on north side installation of storm drain continues.

Phase Two

11/4/24 thru 11/15/24

  • Hydronic main continues in basement and mechanical rooms. (This work may affect the temperatures in the Pit.)
  • Ductwork installation continues – South Side Level 2 & 3.
  • Plumbing work continues South Side Level 2 & 3.
  • Hydronic main South Side Level 2 & 3
  • Gypsum board repairs continue South Side Level 3.

Calendar

  • Nov 5                             College Council meets
  • Nov 5                             CNAS Bingo Night, 3:30-5:00, GLAS 102
  • Nov 13                           CNAS Career Expo, PSU Ballroom
  • Nov 25-26                     No classes, offices open
  • Nov 27-Dec1                Thanksgiving, no classes, offices closed
  • Dec 6                             Study Day
  • Dec 7-12                       Final Exams
  • Dec 13                           Commencement (10 AM and 1:30 PM – CNAS is part of 1:30 PM ceremony)
  • Dec 23-Jan 3                University Closed

2025

  • Jan 4, 2025                   All offices open
  • Jan 6                              Winter Intersession Classes Begin
  • Jan 10                            Winter Intersession Classes end
    • Jan 13                            First day of spring semester classes
  • Jan 20                            Holiday – no classes
  • February 17                  Holiday – no classes, offices closed

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