Author: Peter Ehrhard
Learn how sleep improves the brain
Dr. Paul Shaw, associate professor of neurobiology from the Washington University School of Medicine, will present a seminar on the benefits of sleep and how it ameliorates learning difficulties. The seminar will be held 3-4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, in Room 139 Schrenk Hall. The campus community is invited to attend. For more information, email Jessica Pelc.
Read More »Get free hanging folders from archives
University archives has hundreds of gently used standard -sizehanging folders to give away. Available colors include green, pink, yellow and blue. Go to the university archives in Room G-2 of the Curtis Laws Wilson Library and help yourself to as many as you need. After 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, any remaining folders will be recycled. For more information, call Dr. Diana Ahmad at 341-4817 or Melody Lloyd 341-6954.
Read More »Wellness Incentive starts Oct. 1
The university’s Wellness Incentive starts Oct. 1 for all eligible faculty and staff. From October 2014 through September 2015, you can earn up to $450 in your paycheck for taking steps to improve your health. This year includes a two-tier incentive program:
Read More »Sophomore Summit is Oct. 7
A new event designed for sophomore students only will be launched on campus in October. The Sophomore Summit will be held 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, starting in the McNutt Hall atrium. The event will feature tips from current students speaking on their experiences in co-ops, internships, study abroad, design teams, involvement, leadership and graduate school. All faculty and staff are invited to attend.
Read More »Humanities and Social Sciences Building water outage today
There will be a water outage starting at 4:30 p.m. today (Thursday, Sept. 25) in the Humanities and Social Sciences Building. The outage will last until repairs are completed. For more information, call Mick Amick at 341-4252.
Read More »Geothermal event rescheduled
Missouri S&T has rescheduled its ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of its geothermal energy system. The event, originally scheduled for Oct. 7, will be rescheduled at a later date to be determined. Campus Sustainability Day will also be rescheduled.
Read More »Open forums focus on leader searches
Members of the campus community are invited to forums planned for later this month to discuss how future vice provost and deans for the College of Arts, Sciences and Business and the College of Engineering and Computing could be selected.
Read More »McMillin named interim associate dean
Dr. Bruce McMillin, professor of computer science, became interim associate dean of the College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) effective Sept. 1. Until the position is filled, McMillin will split his time between his current duties and the college. McMillin’s role will be to assist Ian Ferguson, vice provost and dean of CEC, in defining […]
Read More »Participate in Homecoming events
The Miner Alumni Association invites all faculty and staff to attend Homecoming 2014: The Wizardly World of Miners. To view the full schedule of events and to register, visit mineralumni.com/homecoming.
Read More »Pilot ground school starts Oct. 13
Sign up now for Private Pilot Ground School to get a general introduction to aviation. The course, which starts Oct. 13, helps potential pilots prepare for the FAA Private Pilot and Sport Pilot written exams. Register online at privatepilot.mst.edu or call the Missouri S&T distance and continuing education office at 341-6222.
Read More »