Dr. Alison Wallace and Dr. Ellen Brisch publish paper on inclusive writing-to-learn activities on cancer biology topics

Bioscience Department faculty members, Alison Wallace and Ellen Brisch, collaborated with colleagues from Colorado State University to publish a paper entitled “Boosting student performance with inclusive writing-to-learn assignments through graphic organizers in large enrollment undergraduate biology courses” in the Tips and Tools section of the Journal of Microbiology and Biology Education.

CSHE Student Research – Call for Proposals

The College of Science, Health, and the Environment invites proposals for funding to support student research. For more information on application guidelines and how to apply, please review the attached PDF or reach out to the CSHE office directly.   Application forms for both Fall Student Research Funding and Requests for Travel Support can be found at https://www.mnstate.edu/academics/colleges-schools/cshe/scholarships/, under “Student […]

MSUM’s hidden treasure, the Oceanarium, offers hands-on encounters with sea life

MSUM’s Oceanarium received a grant last year that allowed them to expand and open a community engagement center to provide visitors with an even more immersive experience. By Paige Naughton, The ForumJune 25, 2023  MOORHEAD — Buried in the basement of Langseth Hall, the Oceanarium might be one of Minnesota State University Moorhead’s best kept secrets. A person might miss the […]

University of Agder study exchange opportunities

Alison Wallace, Biosciences and Sustainability, and Steve Lindaas, Physics and Astronomy and Sustainability, visited the University of Agder (UiA) in Kristiansand, Norway last week. They met with prospective Norwegian education students and faculty in Biology to talk about opportunities for MSUM students to take unique courses like marine biology and sustainability courses. They also sat in on a class in […]