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Biology graduate students, faculty participate in WV Native Plant Society Spring Meeting
Dr. Pamela Puppo, faculty member in the College of Science, along with two of her graduate students, recently participated in the West Virginia Native Plant Society Spring Meeting. As part of the event, the group joined fellow plant enthusiasts for a scenic and educational walk along Leading Creek. The outing… Read More
Physics student groups help local students discover the world of physics
Our Lady of Fatima Parish School students experienced fun with Marshall University Physics during a recent outreach event with undergraduate students from Marshall University Astronomy Club and Marshall University chapter of the Society of Physics Students. Thank you to the undergraduate students from the Marshall University Astronomy Club… Read More
College of Science alumni Dr. Lonnie Thompson & Dr. Ellen Mosley-Thompson honored at Alumni Awards Banquet
The 86th Annual Award Banquet was held on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at the Marshall Health Network Arena in Huntington, WV. Among the awarded honorees were two alumni of… Read More
Future students discover Math & Physics at Green and White Day
Thank you to all those that visited the Department of Mathematics & Physics tables today at the recent Green and White Day! It was a pleasure to talk to interested students and parents. Exciting demonstrations of how physics and mathematics play roles in our physical world around us… Read More
Chemistry assistant professor Yongick Kim receives funding from NASA WV Space Grant Consortium
Congratulations, Dr. Yongick Kim! Dr. Kim’s proposed project entitled “Circadian Clock-Controlled Nitrogen Fixation for Fertilizer Production in Space” has been funded by NASA West Virginia Space Grant Consortium through their Research Initiation Grant program in the amount of $37,500 (NASA WVSGC: $25,000; Cost Share: $12,500).
Science faculty honored during Spring 2025 Faculty Meeting
April 11, 2025 · Biological Sciences, Faculty Awards, Natural Resources & Earth Sciences, Natural Resources & Recreation Management, Science Abstracts
The Spring General Faculty Meeting was held at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 10, in the Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center, was also available on livestream. During the meeting, two College of Science faculty were recognized for their outstanding dedication to students. Dr. Read More
Biology associate professor Holly Cyphert named Honors Faculty Fellow
Congratulations, Dr. Holly Cyphert! Dr. Cyphert has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the Honors Faculty Fellow – Recognition of Excellence distinction, awarded by the Honors College in celebration of extraordinary teaching and mentorship in an honors-designated course. She is being recognized for her outstanding work in BSC120H where… Read More
High School Science Day gets students’ and teachers’ hands on Science
April 8, 2025 · Biological Sciences, Chemistry, COS News, Criminal Justice, Criminology, & Forensic Sciences, Mathematics & Physics, Natural Resources & Earth Sciences, Outreach, Physics, Science Abstracts
High School Science Day was a huge success for all involved! Thank you to all the teachers and chaperones that attended the 2025 Marshall University High School Science Day on April 7th! Over 500 students from 14 schools across the region attended. This event was made possible in part through… Read More
College of Science student researchers shine at Student Research & Creativity Symposium
April 4, 2025 · Research, Science Abstracts
This week, the Student Research & Creativity Symposium celebrated the dedication and innovation of incredible students across Marshall University. The Symposium featured groundbreaking research, inspiring creative projects, and a keynote… Read More
Mathematics hosts SCORES high school competition
Despite the rainy weather outside, we had an amazing time at the SCORES event today! The Mathematics & Physics department hosted a thrilling quiz bowl-style math competition and the excitement peaked with a nail-biting tiebreaker at the end! Thanks to everyone who participated and made it a fun and… Read More