COVID-19: Coronavirus-positive patient quarantines in Phelps County
Although the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) continues to report no positive cases of COVID-19 in Phelps County, the Phelps-Maries County Health Department has confirmed its staff is monitoring an individual in Phelps County who tested positive for COVID-19. The individual does not reside in Phelps County, but has family that does. Both the individual and the family are quarantined at the family’s home in Rolla.
Read More »COVID-19: A message from Chancellor Dehghani: Spring break update
Missouri S&T Chancellor Mo Dehghani sent the following message to students, staff and faculty on March 24:
I continue to be amazed at how the Missouri S&T community came together to rally around a common cause. Over the course of just two days last week, the faculty transitioned to delivering essentially our entire suite of courses online.
Difficulties with door lock system
Due to a software glitch, the S&T electronic lock system is not currently working. Individuals with building access may not be able to enter buildings using their Miner ID cards at this time. Staff members are working to fix the issue.
Read More »COVID-19: Library closed, remote services available
The Curtis Laws Wilson Library will be closed through Sunday, April 12. Staff members are working from home. Remote services are available via library.mst.edu.
Read More »COVID-19: The S&T Store closed, staff working from home
The S&T Store is scheduled to be closed until Sunday, April 12. The store’s staff will work from home and respond to emails, phone calls (leave a message), and social media postings.
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Campus rallies to 3-D print protective medical gear
Eric Schneider, a senior aerospace engineering student at Missouri S&T, tests the fit of a prototype 3-D printed surgical mask on the head of a mannequin in the Kummer Student Design Center at S&T. In the background is Stephen Williams, an S&T mechanical engineering student. In the background is Stephen Williams, an S&T mechanical engineering student. Read more.
Read More »COVID-19: A message from Chancellor Dehghani: Upholding our values
During these stressful times, when many are dealing with heightened fear and anxiety, I urge each of you to be kind to one another and to remember that Missouri S&T is a diverse and welcoming community that values inclusion, integrity and global engagement. COVID-19 is showing us all that it doesn’t recognize race, nationality or ethnicity. No one is immune from this virus.
Read More »Employee assistance program offers 24/7 support
Missouri S&T staff and faculty can get free, confidential counseling through the Employee Assistance Program. The program is also open to household members of faculty and staff. Reasons you may want to use the program include if you are:
- Experiencing stress, anxiety or depression
- Dealing with grief and loss
- Feeling overwhelmed by balancing work and family
- Needing assistance with relationship concerns
- Needing support for your loved ones
- Concerned about substance abuse for yourself or a dependent.
Apply for employee scholarship program
Full-time S&T staff members interested in furthering their education are encouraged to apply by June 1 for a $250 scholarship for the upcoming fall semester.
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