So much potential water energy, so close to home

Dr. Rajiv Mishra with a model of a hydrokinetic system. Photo by B.A. Rupert Dr. Rajiv Mishra thinks the ancient past and the modern present are converging in some ways. "In the past," Mishra says, "we have prayed to the sun god, to the wind god … [Continue reading]

From doll shoes to rabbit bones …

This summer, eight undergraduate students from across the country have come to S&T for a solid research experience in additive manufacturing, a technique that constructs components in layers. The method can create complex 3-D shapes and produces … [Continue reading]

Grad student cleans contaminated water in Rolla

Erica Collins, a grad student at Missouri S&T. Photos by B.A. Rupert Dr. Curt Elmore, associate professor of geological engineering, joins Collins at Busy Bee Cleaners. For decades, it was routine for dry-cleaning operations to … [Continue reading]

Behind the scenes

Cory Brennan (right) and Andrew Herbert (left) on the scaffolds at Ozark Actors Theatre. Photo by B.A. Rupert Ryan Rader as "Chip&quot in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Photo by B.A. Rupert Miners are spending their … [Continue reading]

Magnus’ opus

Sandra Magnus, Missouri S&T alumna, suits up for space. Photo credit: NASA UPDATE: Dr. Magnus and crew glided to a landing at the Kennedy Space Center early the morning of Thursday, July 21, safely back to Earth from the International … [Continue reading]

Pulling pork – The BBQ Club story

The Missouri S&T BBQ Club serves pulled pork sandwiches to campus. Photos by B.A. Rupert The Missouri S&T BBQ Club recognizes all styles of barbecue, but their specialty is pulled pork. "There are as many styles and opinions about good … [Continue reading]

Helping Joplin

Sean Brady, Missouri S&T student. Photo by B.A. Rupert Brady clears debris in Joplin. Photo provided A father and son from Camdenton made three trips to twister-torn Joplin in the wake of the deadly EF-5 tornado that struck on … [Continue reading]

Like an aquatic canary in a coal mine?

Dr. Yue-Wern Huang, Missouri S&T associate professor of biology, works with students to conduct hellbender research. Photos by B.A. Rupert An Ozark Hellbender housed at the Saint Louis Zoo. Yue-Wern Huang, an associate … [Continue reading]

Inside the beltway

Katy Bloomberg, Missouri S&T 2006 history grad. Photo by Mary Kate Cunningham Working as an intern in the Missouri S&T Archives proved to be good preparation for Katy Bloomberg, a 2006 history graduate who now works in Washington, D.C., … [Continue reading]

The clean(er) coal conundrum

David Summers, Missouri S&T Curators' Professor emeritus of mining engineering. Photos by B.A. Rupert Edward I, known for being ruthless, banned the burning of coal in London because his mother didn't like the smell of it. Despite threats … [Continue reading]

Introducing the Kummer Student Design Center

  Kummer Student Design Center - located on the corner of U.S. Highway 63 (Bishop Avenue) and 10th Street. Photos by B.A. Rupert and Bob Phelan Fred and June Kummer with Chancellor Carney. Photo by B.A. Rupert A former bread … [Continue reading]