Pre-retirement seminar planned Dec. 7
Learn about retirement planning and the University of Missouri System Retirement Plan at a seminar 3-5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7. The free seminar will be broadcast via telepresence in Room 201A Curtis Laws Wilson Library. It is designed for faculty and staff who plan to retire in the next 10 years. Register online.
Read More »Learn the ABCs of distance education
All early career faculty are invited to the forum, “The ABCs of Distance Education,” 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6, in Room 204 of the Curtis Laws Wilson Library. Learn from Angie Hammons, director of global learning, and Will Zwikelmaier, manager of global learning, about distance instruction and the resources that S&T provides.
Read More »Sing along at holiday concert Dec. 1
Missouri S&T’s music program will present its annual holiday concert at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, in Leach Theatre. The program will feature holiday and family favorites performed by the University Bands, Chamber Orchestra and Symphony Orchestra. The event will also include a community sing-along accompanied by the Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are free for students and children under age 18, and cost $5 each for adults. For tickets, please visit the Leach Theatre Box Office or call 341-4219.
Read More »TLT presentation proposals due Dec. 1
Educational technology is now accepting presentation proposals for the 11th annual Teaching and Learning Technology Conference, which will be held March 15, 2018. The theme is “Literacy in STEM Education.” Proposals will be accepted until Friday, Dec. 1.
Read More »Nominations for Service Learning, Experiential Learning awards due Dec. 1
Nominate a faculty or staff member for the Experiential Learning Award or the Service Learning Award. Faculty, staff, students and community partners may submit nominations for these awards. Nominations are due Friday, Dec. 1. Nominations must include: a signed nomination form, nominator supporting statement (limit of two pages), and up to three letters of support (limit one page each). The materials must be in one PDF submission sent to Dedie Wilson, experiential learning specialist, at byfieldr@mst.edu, by Friday, Dec. 1.
Read More »Open meeting planned on Center for Science, Technology and Society
The Center for Science, Technology and Society (CSTS) will begin operations in January 2018. All faculty interested in the intersections of science, technology and society are invited to the organization’s first open meeting at 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6, in Room 227 Fulton Hall.
Read More »Pile on the pancakes to support Miner Challenge
The Delta Sigma Phi House will be the site of Miner Challenge’s second annual all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3, at 215 W. 8th Street in Rolla. All proceeds will to the Miner Challenge Alternative Break Program and support costs for travel, lodging, food, and scholarships for five upcoming volunteer trips.
Read More »Shatner books up for auction
Two books signed by William Shatner are up for auction on eBay, with proceeds from the auction pledged to Leach Theatre. The auction ends on Sunday, Dec. 3.
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Student commencement speakers selected
The Winter 2017 commencement ceremonies will feature student speakers. Undergraduate students were invited this fall to compete for the chance to become one of four speakers. The following individuals will present their speeches during their graduation ceremony Saturday, Dec. 16, in Gale Bullman Building:
Morning ceremony at 10 a.m.
- Madison Morris, bachelor of science in biology, representing the College of Arts, Sciences, and Business
- Dajae Moe Williams, bachelor of science in engineering management, representing the College of Engineering and Computing
Afternoon ceremony at 3:30 p.m.
- Lauren Cockrum, bachelor of science in business and management systems, representing the College of Arts, Sciences, and Business
- Kelcy Yunghans, bachelor of science in electrical engineering, representing the College of Engineering and Computing
Counseling services offers “Living with Loss” sessions
Our campus has experienced multiple losses and many within our S&T community continue to mourn. While grief is a personal and individual experience, common reactions include shock, disbelief, sadness, numbness, anger, guilt and confusion. Living with Loss offers a safe space to share experiences, give and receive support, learn about the process of grieving and explore coping strategies. Living with Loss sessions are free and confidential. Dr. Patti J. Fleck, director of counseling services, will facilitate a session at 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 13. If you want to participate, please contact counseling services in Room 204 Norwood Hall or by calling 341-4211 for the meeting location.
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