Student Affairs – News and Events

S&T linebacker channels explosiveness on the gridiron and in the classroom

Greg Edwards — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 19:46:20 +0000

Cameron Sturgell, a linebacker on Missouri S&T's football team, aims to be explosive when he’s on the field. But Sturgell’s passion for explosions goes beyond when he’s wearing his Miners jersey.

Remington R. Williams Award recipient announced

Velvet Hasner — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 15:18:04 +0000

Kaitlyn Dunahee, a senior in civil engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology from Lee’s Summit, Missouri, has been named a 2025 recipient of the Remington R. Williams Award. A member of the Kummer Vanguard Scholars Student Steering Committee, Dunahee has held leadership roles for the Residential Commons Hall Association and the Residential Hall […]

S&T moon metals research team receives NASA award

Greg Edwards — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 21:59:08 +0000

A multidisciplinary team of Missouri S&T students was one of seven finalists in NASA’s 2023 Breakthrough, Innovative, and Game-Changing Idea (BIG Idea) Challenge: Lunar Forge.

S&T students to gain LIFE experiences through new leadership program

Greg Edwards — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 22:35:11 +0000

Missouri S&T students majoring in engineering, computer science, and geology and geophysics may soon be able to gain valuable LIFE experiences that will help them be effective leaders in their fields.

Flying object in Roswell attributed to S&T Miners — not aliens

Greg Edwards — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 19:52:53 +0000

Earlier this month, a large, white object carrying a string of pink boxes was seen floating through the sky not far from Roswell, New Mexico, but no one is blaming aliens, as was the case during the community’s 1947 UFO incident.

Missouri S&T hosts GUST students for summer program

Greg Edwards — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 16:12:08 +0000

Six undergraduate students from Gulf University for Science and Technology in Kuwait recently lived on the campus of Missouri S&T for a month-long summer program and gained experiences similar to many American college students.

More Missouri S&T students take FE exam than any school in the nation

Greg Edwards — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 20:36:11 +0000

More students and recent graduates of Missouri S&T took the Fundamentals of Engineering exam offered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) last year than any other school in the nation, according to an NCEES report.

Missouri S&T American Nuclear Society student section wins national award

Greg Edwards — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 20:55:25 +0000

Missouri S&T's student section of the American Nuclear Society (ANS) was recently recognized on the national stage as the winner of the organization’s 2023 Samuel Glasstone award.

Missouri S&T student-designed satellite to launch in early 2024

Greg Edwards — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 17:37:55 +0000

Students from Missouri S&T's Satellite Research Team have taken steps for years toward having a satellite orbit the Earth, and their efforts will soon pay off with a giant leap.

S&T graduate Krysta Swartz plans to improve society with structural designs

Greg Edwards — Thu, 18 May 2023 16:07:00 +0000

Three years ago, Krysta Swartz, of Caseyville, Illinois, graduated from high school and earned an associate degree from her local community college at the same time. She recently walked across the commencement stage again — this time with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Missouri S&T.

Missouri S&T’s Engineers Without Borders to visit South America for first time since pandemic

Greg Edwards — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 16:34:32 +0000

Missouri S&T's Engineers Without Borders team will soon be on the move and traveling to both Bolivia and Ecuador in May. “These will be our team’s first international trips since before the COVID-19 pandemic,” says Anna Stephenson, a senior in chemical engineering who is the team’s project lead for the trip to Atahuallani, Bolivia. “It’s something we are all excited about. Our group has volunteered for our projects remotely, and now we will have the opportunity to be in the field.”

100 years of ham radio: Missouri S&T club celebrates its centennial

Greg Edwards — Sun, 16 Apr 2023 22:43:00 +0000

Over the past 100 years, Missouri S&T and higher education in general has changed in countless ways, but one aspect of S&T that has remained constant is the presence of an amateur radio club. The Missouri S&T Amateur Radio Club, call sign W0EEE, will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its founding on Saturday, April 15. The public is invited to attend an open house 2-5 p.m. in the club’s radio shack located in Emerson Hall.

Missouri S&T group named NSBE Medium Chapter of the Year

Andrew Careaga — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 18:48:10 +0000

The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) chapter at Missouri S&T was named NSBE Medium Chapter of the Year at the organization’s annual convention, held March 22-26 in Kansas City, Missouri.

2023 Queen of Love and Beauty crowned at Missouri S&T

Laura Studyvin — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 17:04:45 +0000

Peyton Anderson, a senior in engineering management from St. Charles, Missouri, has been crowned the 2023 Queen of Love and Beauty as part of the 115th St. Pat’s celebration in Rolla.

S&T students to participate in service day Jan. 17

Velvet Hasner — Thu, 13 Jan 2022 15:19:41 +0000

A group of civic-minded students at Missouri University of Science and Technology will participate in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service at various sites in Rolla and surrounding areas on Monday, Jan. 17. This year, approximately 90 students will volunteer throughout Phelps County.

Missouri S&T crowns 2021 Homecoming royalty

Patrick Collins — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 17:04:05 +0000

Missouri University of Science and Technology crowned the 2021 Homecoming Queen and King at halftime of the Oct. 9 football game between S&T and Truman State University. Olivia Romisch, a sophomore in civil engineering, was named Missouri S&T’s 2021 Homecoming Queen. Blake Elder, a senior in civil engineering, was named Missouri S&T’s 2021 Homecoming King.

Training on values for Greeks to begin this fall at Missouri S&T

Sarah Potter — Thu, 18 Jul 2019 13:48:15 +0000

Leaders of fraternities and sororities at Missouri S&T voted to begin a new education program focused on values beginning this fall to prevent risky behaviors among members.

S&T’s multicultural theater production promotes understanding, receives first-time grant funding

Delia Croessmann — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 20:46:57 +0000

Missouri S&T's commitment to inclusive excellence will be apparent in the university’s upcoming multicultural production of “Anon(ymous),” a contemporary play about a young refugee’s inaugural journey through the United States that’s been reimagined from Homer’s “Odyssey.”

Magic-themed MinerRama offers students ways to get involved

Velvet Hasner — Tue, 21 Aug 2018 16:52:58 +0000

The Missouri S&T community will welcome new and returning students during its ninth annual MinerRama. Hosted by the student involvement department, the event kicks off at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24, at the Puck and runs until 2 p.m. Wizards and muggles alike are welcome at MinerRama, which features the Harry Potter-inspired theme of “find the magic of getting involved.”

Student groups join forces to help student emergency fund

Andrew Careaga — Thu, 16 Aug 2018 14:05:42 +0000

Eight student groups at Missouri S&T are joining forces as the fall semester begins to raise money to help their fellow students in need.

Missouri S&T golf course to close Feb. 28

Mary Helen Stoltz — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 16:53:35 +0000

The Miner Golf Course at Missouri University of Science and Technology will close at the end of the current season, which concludes on Tuesday, Feb. 28. The closure will result in a cost savings for the university and allow student activity fees currently dedicated for golf course operations to be redirected to recreational facilities that […]

A closer look at 2015

Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:11:48 +0000

Despite knowing when and where I’m going to be photographing at Missouri S&T, I still don’t always know exactly what I’m about to see. Research and planning can play a big part in executing a portrait, but capturing the unanticipated and authentic moments of a photo shoot are what truly make it special. Photographing Missouri […]

Diving In

Arielle Bodine — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:10:31 +0000

Armaja LaRue-Hill says that if it weren’t for a crown and sash, she would still be the shy, introverted student she was in the fall of 2014 when she started classes at Missouri S&T. Back then, her introversion kept her from joining campus activities. Now a junior in computer science, LaRue-Hill can’t cross campus without […]

Mason Lee Donnell receives Donald D. Myers Scholarship

Mary Helen Stoltz — Thu, 23 Apr 2015 05:12:37 +0000

Mason Lee Donnell, a sophomore in chemical engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology, has been awarded the Donald D. Myers Scholarship in recognition of his extraordinary service to the community and the campus.

Students to serve at five locations during spring break

Mary Helen Stoltz — Fri, 20 Mar 2015 19:33:40 +0000

For many college students, spring break is a week to take it easy. But 69 students from Missouri University of Science and Technology will instead spend an eye-opening week learning how others struggle and discovering ways they can help.

S&T doctoral students learning transferable skills

Joe McCune — Fri, 27 Feb 2015 16:04:14 +0000

Five doctoral students from Missouri University of Science and Technology will participate in a University of Missouri System development program designed to help them become future industry or academic leaders.

‘A Day ON, Not a Day Off’ for many S&T students Jan. 19

Mary Helen Stoltz — Tue, 13 Jan 2015 22:55:01 +0000

A record number of civic-minded students at Missouri University of Science and Technology will participate in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service by taking “A Day ON, Not a Day Off” on Monday, Jan. 19. This year, 270 students will volunteer throughout Phelps County, up 22 percent over last year’s participation. Following registration […]

Statement regarding Title IX investigation

Andrew Careaga — Wed, 02 Jul 2014 23:51:36 +0000

As the Associated Press and other news organizations have reported, the U.S. Department of Education is investigating sexual assault policies at more than 60 colleges and universities across the United States, including Missouri S&T. Because this is an ongoing investigation, Missouri S&T officials cannot discuss details of the inquiry. The university is cooperating fully with […]

Dorie Paine named director of residential life at Missouri S&T

Mary Helen Stoltz — Tue, 03 Jun 2014 18:43:58 +0000

Dr. Dorie Paine, senior director of student success and mentoring at the University of South Florida, will join Missouri University of Science and Technology as director of residential life on July 14.

‘A Day ON, Not a Day Off’ for many S&T students Jan. 20

Linda Fulps — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 20:51:42 +0000

A record number of civic-minded students at Missouri University of Science and Technology will participate in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service by taking “A Day ON, Not a Day Off” on Monday, Jan. 20. This year, 240 students will volunteer throughout Phelps County, up 20 percent over last year’s participation. Following registration […]

Fleck elected to AUCCCD board of directors

Mary Helen Stoltz — Wed, 04 Dec 2013 21:07:29 +0000

Dr. Patti J. Fleck, director of counseling, disability support and student wellness (CDSW) at Missouri University of Science and Technology, was recently elected to serve a three-year term on the board of directors of the Association for University and College Counseling Center Directors (AUCCCD). She has been a member of the organization for six years.

TEAM approach helps decrease risky alcohol use, behavior

Andrew Careaga — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 10:20:18 +0000

A TEAM approach toward addressing underage alcohol use is proving to be successful at Missouri University of Science and Technology, where risky behavior associated with alcohol has declined significantly between 2007 and 2010.

Spring break challenge: help rebuild homes in New Orleans

Andrew Careaga — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:50:12 +0000

A group of 28 students from Missouri University of Science and Technology will travel to New Orleans over spring break to help rebuild homes hit by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The students are participating in Missouri S&T’s Miner Challenge 2010, an alternative spring break program sponsored by the university’s student life department. The students will […]

S&T’s Harvest Collier receives student advocate award

Andrew Careaga — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:31:42 +0000

Dr. Harvest Collier, vice provost for undergraduate studies at Missouri University of Science and Technology, is one of 10 educators in the United States to be selected as Outstanding First-Year Student Advocates by a national organization based at the University of South Carolina.

Missouri S&T EWB chapter receives $100,000 gift

Mindy Limback — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 15:26:51 +0000

Raymond and Susan Bucy, together with a matching gift from the GE Foundation, have donated $100,000 to Missouri University of Science and Technology to establish an endowment for the university's chapter of Engineers Without Borders.

Robinson to co-chair national student affairs council

Andrew Careaga — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 07:53:48 +0000

Dr. Debra A.G. Robinson, vice chancellor for student affairs at Missouri University of Science and Technology, recently was appointed co-chair of the Council on Student Affairs, one of one of the 10 operational councils of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU). Robinson began her one-year term in November, along with co-chair Dennis R. […]