S&T grad student honored for glass research

Posted by on June 13, 2013

Missouri University of Science and Technology graduate student Lina Ma has received national recognition for her research on the structure and properties of iron phosphate glasses. These glasses can possess outstanding chemical durability and so have been considered for use to store radioactive wastes.

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McBee receives outstanding teaching award

Posted by on June 11, 2013

Amanda McBee, a 2012 physics graduate of Missouri University of Science and Technology, recently received an Outstanding Beginning Teacher award from the Missouri Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (MACTE). McBee just completed her first year of teaching geometry and chemistry at Waynesville High School. McBee was one of 64 teachers who were recognized for […]

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‘Strategy for Success’ emphasizes inventive learning, return on investment

Posted by on June 11, 2013

A new strategic plan at Missouri University of Science and Technology outlines a blueprint to ensure that every undergraduate student gets involved in “experiential learning,” along with upgrades in teaching and research facilities and additional faculty positions, all to ensure that the university offers the best possible return on investment for students, research partners and […]

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Fireworks displays two Fridays in June

Posted by on June 10, 2013

Fireworks displays will be visible at Missouri University of Science and Technology’s Experimental Mine located on Bridge School Road in southeast Rolla on two Fridays in June.

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KMST announces its 40th Anniversary Logo Design Contest

Posted by on June 7, 2013

Public radio station KMST will celebrate its 40th anniversary at Missouri University of Science and Technology this year. The station is holding a 40th Anniversary Logo Design Contest to illustrate the theme “KMST — your friend turning 40.” The submission deadline is June 30 and the contest is open to everyone.

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S&T graduate student receives Nevada award for bridge research

Posted by on June 7, 2013

Mahdi Arezoumandi, a doctoral student in civil engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology, has received international recognition for his research to improve bridge safety by using a stronger, more environmentally friendly concrete in modern bridge construction.

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Join the Rolla Town Band this season

Posted by on June 6, 2013

Local musicians are welcomed to join the Rolla Town Band this summer. Rehearsals begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 11. The band is open to musicians age 14 and older.

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Walter J. Branson named vice chancellor for finance and administration

Posted by on June 6, 2013

Walter J. Branson, vice chancellor for financial affairs at Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW), will become vice chancellor for finance and administration at Missouri University of Science and Technology on Aug. 1.

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Innovative sustainability leads to Climate Leadership Award

Posted by on June 5, 2013

An innovative approach to “recycling” homes built for past Solar Decathlons and turning them into sustainable student and faculty housing, combined with a geothermal project that will cut campus energy use in half, helped Missouri University of Science and Technology win a 2013 Climate Leadership Award.

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S&T robot ready to roam

Posted by on June 4, 2013

A team of students from Missouri University of Science and Technology has designed and built a fully operational robotic vehicle. The waterproof droid is powered by two 60-pound batteries and runs on student-programmed software.

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