Upcoming Events and Important Notices
CNAS Dean’s search open forum with next candidate will take place at 3:00 PM on March 31 (that’s tomorrow) in Blunt Hall 101. Information can be found on the Provost Office website.
CNAS Faculty and Staff Awards nominations are due to the Dean’s office by 5:00 PM, Friday, April 3rd or Monday, April 6 since we are closed on April 3. You can view the CNAS Awards Policy here. The Awards ceremony will take place April 21st in the Union Club at 3:30 PM.
CNAS Undergrad Research Symposium is April 16, 2026. Students can begin submitting their abstracts to CNAS@MissouriState.edu on April 1st. All submissions are due by 5:00PM on April 7th.
Einhellig Interdisciplinary Forum is April 17, 2026. Sign up here to be a judge: https://graduate.missouristate.edu/CurrentStudents/EIDF-Judge.htm
Missouri Academy of Science Annual Meeting – April 10-11 at Missouri State. Agenda posted Annual Meeting – Missouri Academy of Science Missouri Junior Academy of Science is looking for more judges (9:30 AM-1:00 PM, Friday, April 10th). If you are interested, contact Damon Bassett (DBassett@MissouriState.edu).
The Bear Pantry needs rice, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo and toilet paper. The Dean’s Office (Blunt Hall 110) has a donation bin or you can deliver directly to the Bear Pantry in the PSU. You can donate money to the Bear Pantry through the Foundation here: https://securelb.imodules.com/s/1691/foundation/interior.aspx?sid=1691&gid=2&pgid=1909
Water and Sustainability Panels will be taking place April 27th as part of Mo State Research Week. Lunch is included, if you plan to attend RSVP at the link below.
Mo State Research Week: Water & Sustainability Panels | efactory
CNAS Seminars – All are welcome!
March 30, SEES Seminar: Dr. Toby Dogwiler “The Geography and Geology of Beer“, Springfield Brewing Co., 6:00-7:00 PM.
April 2, PAMS Seminar: Dr. Parameswar Hari, Kemper 204, 4:00-5:00 PM.
April 9, PAMS Seminar: Dr. Jacob Simon, Kemper 204, 4:00-5:00 PM.
April 10, BIO Seminar: Dr. Kelley Fritz, Roy Blunt Hall 103, 4:00-5:00 PM.
April 13, SEES Seminar: Dr. Bernard Kitheka “Lessons along the planetary trail: some path to global citizenship”, Roy Blunt Hall 121, 2:30-3:30 PM.
April 16, PAMS Seminar: Dr. Charles Steinhardt, Kemper Hall 204, 4:00-5:00 PM.
April 17, BIO Seminar: Dr. Claire Hemmingway, Roy Blunt Hall 103, 4:00-5:00 PM.
April 23, PAMS Seminar: Dr. Julius de Rojas, Kemper 204, 4:00-5:00 PM.
CNAS NEWS
Missouri State contributes to Advancing American Elderberry research
The Academic Advisor Forum Schedule is posted. The next event is April 6th. Academic Advisor Forums – Academic Advising and Transfer Center – Missouri State
Roy Blunt Hall Construction Update:
Renovation continues. Updates are being sent to unit leaders weekly. Let me know if you are not receiving them.
Cheek Hall Construction Update:
Current Construction Schedule.
- Phase 1 Completion: 4/11/2026. All faculty are moved into their new offices.
- Phase 2 Start: NOW, Completion – December of 2026
Calendar
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March 30-31 |
HLC Comprehensive Visit to campus |
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April 3-5 |
Spring Holiday, Offices Closed/No Classes |
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April 10-11 |
Missouri Academy of Science – We are hosting! |
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April 15 |
Pummill Relays |
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April 16 |
Presentations: 9AM-12PM @ PSU Ballroom Awards: 3PM @ Blunt Hall 101 |
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April 17 |
Einhellig Interdisciplinary Forum |
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April 21 |
CNAS Faculty and Staff Awards @ Union Club in PSU, 3:30 PM |
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April 23 |
Fountain Day 11:00 AM-2:00 PM |
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May 2-7 |
Final Exams |
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May 8 |
Spring Commencement |
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