Announcements
Geothermal system ribbon-cutting
Missouri S&T will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of its geothermal energy system at 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, on the lawn adjacent to the east side of McNutt Hall. That portion of McNutt Hall showcases a fully operational geothermal energy plant. Tours of the facility will be available following the ceremony. The project, which began more than four years ago, is one of the most comprehensive projects of its kind ever undertaken by a college or university.
Read More »The science behind the One Book
The iGEM Design Team will lead a demonstration of DNA extraction as a part of the One Book Program’s series of events at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, in St. Pat’s Ballrooms A and B of the Havener Center. The current One Book selection, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, deals explicitly with genomic research and DNA. The iGEM team members will explain the nature of DNA research and lead participants in a hands-on demonstration that actually results in DNA extraction. The event is free and open to the public.
Read More »RE-CAST fall newsletter now available
The RE-CAST (Research on Concrete Applications for Sustainable Transportation) University Transportation Center summer newsletter is now available online. RE-CAST is a Tier-1 University Transportation Center led by Missouri S&T in partnership with Rutgers University, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Miami and Southern University at Baton Rouge. Visit its website for further information or join its Facebook or LinkedIn group to stay up-to-date with their research and outreach activities.
Read More »Equality and respect in One Book case
Dr. Joel Dittmer, assistant professor of philosophy at S&T, will give a presentation titled “Equality and Respect in the Henrietta Lacks Case” at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, in St. Pat’s Ballroom A of the Havener Center. This presentation is part of the One Book Program’s series of programs related to important themes in the current One Book selection, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. Dittmer’s talk is free and open to the public.
Read More »Call for presentations: TLT Conference
Educational technology is accepting presentation proposals for the eighth annual Teaching and Learning Technology Conference, scheduled for March 12-13, 2015. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Robbie Melton, associate vice chancellor of mobilization emerging technologies at the Tennessee Board of Regents.
Read More »National URC summary available
The Center for Transportation Infrastructure and Safety, a national University Transportation Center that was administered at Missouri S&T from 2006-2014 has published a summary document highlighting the history of the center’s accomplishments. For more information, contact Dr. Kamal H. Khayat, director of the center.
Read More »Teaching and technology conference
The annual “Focus on Teaching and Technology Conference (FTTC)” will be held Nov. 13-14, at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Scholars, educators and practitioners from numerous universities will share their online innovations and teaching experiences. Register to attend online.
Read More »Open mic readings at Einstein’s Bagels
Southwinds, the campus literary and arts magazine celebrating the creative work of students, faculty, staff and alumni, is sponsoring an open mic night 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, in Einstein’s Bagels in the Havener Center. Bring your own work to read or a favorite poem or story to share. Homemade snacks and hot chocolate will be served. For more information, email Dr. Anne Cotterill.
Read More »Winter student leadership awards
Nominations are being accepted for the winter student leadership awards. Do you know an amazing student leader on campus? How about a student or employee who promotes diversity education or a more inclusive campus? All Missouri S&T community members are encouraged to learn more about award criteria and submit nominations by noon Monday, Nov. 17. […]
Read More »Academic advising conference series
Patty Frisbee, director of student success programs, will present “Success Mentor Program” noon-1:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, in Room 208 Norwood Hall. The event is part of the ongoing academic advising conference series sponsored by undergraduate studies.
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