Announcements
Encourage students to submit artwork for exhibit
The Curtis Laws Wilson Library will accept submissions for the Spring 2018 Student Art Exhibition until Sunday, Feb. 4. The exhibit will run Monday, Feb. 19, through Friday, April 20. A reception will be held Tuesday, April 10.
Read More »Miner Tank proposals due Feb. 2
At Missouri S&T’s Miner Tank, students, faculty and staff will pitch proposals for innovative projects to the Missouri S&T Innovation Team. Proposals are due by 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2. Submit your proposal online at innovate.mst.edu/proposal/proposalform. The competition will begin at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8, in the Carver-Turner Room of the Havener Center.
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Black History Month events kick off on Feb. 1
You’re invited to celebrate Black History Month with campus events throughout the month, focusing on the theme of “Black History in the Making.” Events will include:
- Black History Kickoff: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1, in the Havener Center atrium. Engage with student organizations and celebrate Black history while supporting an inclusive future.
- The Black Renaissance: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, in St. Pat’s Ballroom of the Havener Center. Join students for a showcase of music and art and hear a keynote address by Anitra Rivera, director of student diversity initiatives. Attendees can bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the student diversity initiatives food pantry.
- Dinner to Jazz: 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, in St. Pat’s Ballroom. This year’s theme is “A Southern Taste” and will include dancing, poetry and singing performances, as well as dinner. Advance tickets are $20 for S&T students and $25 for non-S&T students until Wednesday, Feb. 14. Beginning Thursday, Feb. 15, ticket prices rise by $5. Cocktail attire is suggested for attendees. For tickets, please email abs@mst.edu.
Get advice on publishing technical papers
Faculty and graduate students are invited to a presentation titled “A Primer About Publishing Technical Papers in International Journals: Sharing an Editor’s Experience,” by Dr. Ted Stathopoulos. The presentation will be held 1-2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16, in Room 120 Butler-Carlton Civil Engineering Hall. Lunch will be provided. RSVP to cafe@mst.edu.
Read More »Southwinds wants your poems, stories, art
Southwinds, Missouri S&T’s creative arts magazine, is calling for faculty and staff submissions to the spring 2018 issue. The deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 14. Please send your stories, poems, creative nonfiction, photos and drawings to swinds@mst.edu or contact Dr. Anne Cotterill, associate professor of English and technical communication. You may also submit your work through the Southwinds website, southwinds.mst.edu.
Read More »New transportation policies start Feb. 1
To increase efficiency and generate savings, policies that govern the University of Missouri System vehicle fleet and other forms of transportation will change starting Thursday, Feb. 1. These changes include:
- A reduction of mileage reimbursement rate from 50.5 cents per mile to 37 cents per mile for travel by personal vehicle. This revised policy aligns with the current mileage rate for the state of Missouri.
- The development of a new Trip Optimizer tool, which will help travelers determine the most cost effective means of travel by vehicle. The tool will include two options: the use of a rental vehicle and reimbursement for personal vehicle miles.
- A partnership with the state on longer-term initiatives, including bulk fuel purchases, asset disposal and a fleet management system.
Regalia rep coming to campus
A representative from Oak Hall will be at the S&T Store 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1, to show regalia samples, help with sizing and take orders. Stop renting each semester and purchase a regalia set to have your own regalia every time you participate in commencement ceremonies.
Read More »Testing Center announces policies
Students and faculty requiring alternate test times, make-up exams or other testing arrangements are asked to notify the Testing Center at least seven business days before the test date. The Testing Center does not accept same-day testing requests.
Read More »Amazon Business now available in Show-Me Shop
The University of Missouri System establishes contracts with various suppliers to provide specific items at discounted prices and makes many of these contracts available in eProcurement’s Show-Me Shop. Amazon Business is now available in Show-Me Shop. Purchasing from Amazon Business should be used in conjunction with purchasing through the university’s existing contracted suppliers. Before purchasing items from other non-Show-Me Shop suppliers, you should first check Amazon Business in Show-Me Shop for product availability and pricing.
Read More »Mark your calendars for Staff Day
Missouri S&T’s Staff Council will host Staff Appreciation Day 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, May 30, in the Havener Center. “Fiesta at High Noon” will be this year’s theme. Stay tuned to eConnection for more details as the date nears.
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