Author: Peter Ehrhard
Outstanding advising recognized
Each year the student life department invites student organizations to nominate an advisor for outstanding service. These awards were established to highlight the importance of student organization advising by dedicated faculty and staff, who voluntarily support student organizations to reach their full potential. This year’s nominees are:
Read More »Earn your Wellness Incentive
In 2014, active University of Missouri System medical plan subscribers can earn a $100 Wellness Incentive in their final May paycheck by completing two simple steps: your online personal health assessment and health screening. Plus, the system has implemented a new, easier-to-use Cerner Health account that allows you to track your weight, exercise and food goals, participate in wellness workshops and connect with a dietician or trainer with the click of a button. Health screenings are available now—sign up for yours today.
Read More »Ignite Rolla abstract deadline extended
The abstract deadline for Ignite Rolla has been extended to noon Monday, Feb. 10. Presentation titles and abstracts of fewer than 150 words may be sent to IgniteRolla@gmail.com. More information about the event and abstract submission guidelines may be found at cgs.mst.edu.
Read More »Test anxiety workshop
Do you know students struggling with test anxiety? Let them know that counseling, disability support and student wellness will present a three-session workshop to help students manage anxiety and perform better academically. The series will be held 3:30-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, Wednesday, Feb. 26, and Wednesday, March 5. For the location and to reserve […]
Read More »Miner Mudder
Test your stamina, strength and camaraderie at the first-ever Miner Mudder on Saturday, March 8. Sponsored by Miner Challenge and The Fugitive Run, all individuals and teams are challenged to climb, crawl, jump, swing and conquer the 5-kilometer, obstacle-filled backcountry course.
Read More »Last Joe Friday sale Feb. 14
The last Joe Friday sale of the year is Friday, Feb. 14, at the S&T Bookstore. Save 25 percent on S&T clothing, gifts and gear. Get something special for your Valentine. The sale is 8 a.m.-6 p.m. in store and online at mstbookstore.com.
Read More »McNutt Hall water outage Feb. 8
There will be a water outage from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 8, in McNutt Hall. The outage is due to repairs being made on the main water supply. For more information, contact Mike Amick at 341-4252.
Read More »Area F Lot 1 partial closure
The eight parking spaces north of Parker Hall, in Area F Lot 1, will be unavailable between Friday, Feb. 7, and Saturday, Feb. 15, due to construction issues. Area F permit holders will need to park in other Area F spaces or contact parking lot operations at 341-4303 for a temporary alternate parking area.
Read More »Inspirational women awards
The Women’s History Month Committee invites you to nominate a woman who inspires you and the campus community. All female-identified faculty, staff and students are eligible and will be recognized at the Chocolate Lounge. Submitted nominations must include an essay explaining how the nominee has been an inspiration. Nominations are due by 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28. Submit nominations through the leadership and cultural programs webpage.
Read More »Rainfall and floods studies seminar
The civil, architectural and environmental engineering department invites the campus community to a seminar titled “September 2013 Colorado Floods.” The event will be held at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, in Butler-Carlton Civil Engineering Hall. The seminar, part of the Rolla Water Resources Seminar Series and the Environmental Research Center seminars, will be presented by Dr. Robert Holmes, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) national flood specialist.
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