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S&T to help train Saudi miners
Missouri S&T received a $24 million grant from the Saudi Arabian government to help train and educate Saudi mining professionals. S&T will partner with the Technical and Vocational Training Corp., a Saudi government entity, and the Saudi Arabian Mining Co., Ma’aden, to establish Saudi Mining Polytechnic. With S&T leading the way, SMP plans to educate […]
Read More »Official business
Missouri S&T’s business and information technology degree programs have earned initial accreditation by the board of directors of AACSB International — the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB is the longest-serving global accrediting body for business and accounting programs. To be accredited, S&T’s programs met 21 quality standards, including quality of faculty, resource […]
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Preventing cataracts
Using eye drops prepared with the antioxidant N-acetylcysteine amide (NACA), Nuran Ercal is conducting research that could prevent or cure cataracts, macular degeneration and other degenerative eye disorders.
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Historic season on the gridiron
The first season for football in the Great Lakes Valley Conference was a historic one for the Miners. S&T finished with a 10-1 record to tie the university’s single-season record for victories. Even though the Miners weren’t invited to the NCAA Division II playoffs, the team was ranked 24th in the final poll conducted by […]
Read More »S&T offers new flexible degree
In January, S&T began offering a new bachelor of arts degree in multidisciplinary studies. Designed for flexibility, the program lets students customize their education while taking advantage of the university’s emphasis on engineering, science, technology and liberal arts. Through Missouri S&T’s newest degree program, a student interested in ecology could combine coursework in geology, biology […]
Read More »Silver STARS for S&T
S&T’s dedication to environmental sustainability and stewardship paid off this fall with a “silver” rating in the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System (STARS). S&T is one of 103 universities in the nation to achieve the silver STARS designation. STARS is a national program developed by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher […]
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How many engineers does it take to change an LED bulb?
A group of S&T researchers led by Suzanna Long, assistant professor of engineering management and systems engineering, is working with the Missouri Department of Transportation to measure the intensity of LED traffic lights. Light-emitting diodes or LEDs have replaced standard bulbs in many of the nation’s traffic lights. Even though they’re brighter than standard bulbs […]
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Matt O’Keefe: memorable mentor
Walk into Straumanis-James Hall and the building’s relaxed atmosphere may be the first thing you notice. The building is home to the Materials Research Center and its director, Matt O’Keefe, MetE’85. O’Keefe, who is known for his friendliness and accessibility, will tell you he didn’t set the building’s tone — that he’s just trying to […]
Read More »Q&A: Did you ever pull a prank in college?
Were hard-working, nose-to-the-grindstone Missouri S&T alumni all work and no play during college? We don’t think so. We’ve heard tales of students leading a calf to the third floor of the Rolla Building, constructing a brick wall across Pine Street and burning an outhouse on campus. We wanted to hear more of those stories, so […]
Read More »Tweets and Facebook
Stay connected to your alma mater through Twitter and Facebook. ** 10-1 season, didn't make the playoffs but it was a record setting season and a great way to end my college career #gominers #minerfootball — Joseph Hyman (@doit4_oj) November 11, 2012 Anyone notice Lisa Simpson's #UMR shirt? #GoMiners — PC Autry (@autryp) November 12, […]
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