Month: September 2012
Prehistoric rocks contain clues for future climate, says S&T researcher
For most of the past decade, Dr. Wan Yang has spent his summers in the Bogda Mountains in northwest China, collecting rock samples that predate dinosaurs by millions of years in an effort to better understand the history of the earth’s climate and perhaps gain clues about future climate change.
Missouri S&T to offer multidisciplinary studies degree
Beginning next January, Missouri University of Science and Technology plans to offer a new multidisciplinary studies degree program that takes advantage of the university’s emphasis on engineering, science and technology, as well as its liberal arts programs, while allowing students greater flexibility in customizing their education.
Read More »13 S&T faculty receive tenure, promotions
Thirteen faculty members at Missouri University of Science and Technology received promotions or tenure effective Sept. 1. Those faculty members are:
Read More »LaBoube retires as director of S&T’s design center
Dr. Roger A. LaBoube, Curators’ Teaching Professor emeritus of civil engineering, has retired as director of the Student Design and Experiential Learning Center, effective Sept. 1.
Read More »30 faculty members hired this year at S&T
Thirty new faculty members began teaching and research at Missouri University of Science and Technology since January 2012. The new faculty are:
Read More »Internationally acclaimed marionettes to bring artistry, grace to campus
A powerful, moving and, at times, humorous series of original vignettes set to music will be presented by the internationally acclaimed Cashore Marionettes this month at Missouri University of Science and Technology. A part of this season’s Leach Theatre Family Series, the performance will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, in Leach Theatre of Castleman Hall, 10th and Main streets in Rolla, Mo.
Read More »Missouri S&T among nation’s best values, U.S. News says
Yet another national publication has identified Missouri University of Science and Technology as one of the best deals in the nation for a college education.
Read More »S&T microbiologist patents process that could improve biofuel production
Biofuel production can be an expensive process that requires considerable use of fossil fuels, but a Missouri University of Science and Technology microbiologist’s patented process could reduce the cost and the reliance on fossil fuels, while streamlining the process.
Read More »S&T to host opening reception for fall art exhibit Sept. 18
An opening reception for “Melby’s Wanderings,” an exhibition of artwork by Scott Melby, will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 18, in the lobby of Leach Theatre in Castleman Hall on the Missouri University of Science and Technology campus.
Read More »Employers continue to recruit S&T students in record numbers
The 2012 Fall Career Fair at Missouri University of Science and Technology will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, September 25.
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