Tyler Drenon from the MSU Libraries Innovation Lab, and Shannon Mawhiney, head of the Libraries’ Digitization Lab, are using 3D printers at home to make plastic parts to help protect the personnel of the Springfield Fire Department as they respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read about how two library employees are reaching out while sheltering at home … [Read more...] about Library employees use 3D printers to aid in local firefighter safety
Proposal submission closes Friday, April 24 We are excited to announce that we are hosting our First-Generation conference Friday, September 25, 2020 from 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. on Missouri State’s campus. Please visit the first-generation student conference website for the call for presentation proposals and conference details. We hope that you consider submitting a conference … [Read more...] about MSU hosting first-generation student conference
International Travel Funding International travel funding is temporarily suspended. We will not accept applications on April 15, but anticipate accepting applications on July 15 for travel occurring in Fall 2020 and beyond. For more information on eligibility and other detailed instructions, see the International Travel webpage. If you have questions, contact Lisa Taylor in … [Read more...] about What’s happening in the graduate college
All advisor forums have been canceled for spring 2020, but anticipate their return in the fall 2020 semester. Important note: The three-hour requirement to remain certified as a master advisor has been waived for the 2019–2020 academic year due to the cancellation of the remainder of the spring 2020 advisor forum series. You will not lose your master advisor certification … [Read more...] about Academic advisor forums canceled for spring 2020
Spring 2020 events canceled The following events have been canceled for the March and April, 2020: Diversity book talks Mini diversity workshops Faculty writing retreats (Stay tuned for information about the May workshop) New dates announced for online course development boot camps Important Note: We are looking at offering this in an alternative format. Please … [Read more...] about FCTL events and announcements
The 35th Showcase on Teaching and Learning will be held on August 12, 2020. The FCTL Advisory Council is inviting faculty to submit presentation proposals that highlight teaching practices that would appeal to faculty across disciplines and all levels of experience. Themes to consider include: Online teaching Universal design and accessibility High-Impact … [Read more...] about Call for proposals for the 35th Showcase on Teaching and Learning
2020 Annual Assessment Workshop This workshop has been canceled. Assessment grants help faculty and staff members impact student learning Natalie Curry’s project targets increasing student engagement in the only social welfare policy course offered by the BSW program. Read more about her project “Student Engagement Strategies in an Asynchronous Online Course.” Alex … [Read more...] about What’s happening in assessment
Date: May 18–20 Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Location: Meyer library 10-B Register today! We are looking at offering this in an alternative format. Please watch for additional information and contact the FCTL if you have any questions. … [Read more...] about Introduction to social network analysis