SEMO Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics

08/19/2026

Welcome New Redhawks from the LaFerla Hall move-in crew!

07/17/2026

A new pathway for future engineers. ⚙️

We have partnered with Missouri S&T to create the Cooperative Engineering Pathway Program, allowing students to start at SEMO and seamlessly transfer to Missouri S&T to complete engineering degrees in civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering.

07/09/2026

CoSTEM lost two former faculty members this past week.

Dr. Carl Train was a Professor and Chairperson in the Department of Biology. https://www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Dr-Carl-Train?obId=48943218

Ms. Brenda Kasten was an Instructor in the Department of Mathematics. https://www.crainsonline.com/m/obituaries/brenda-kasten-2/Memories

Condolences to their families and friends!

View Dr. Carl Train's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

05/09/2026

STEM honored its upcoming summer retirees at a reception today.

Philip Crawford, Professor and Chairperson in the Department of Chemistry & Physics, has been with SEMO since August 1992.

Theresa Buttry, Administrative Assistant in the Department of Chemistry & Physics, has been with SEMO since June 1980.

Henry Clark, Instructor in the Department of Mathematics, has been with SEMO since August 2010.

05/08/2026

Congratulations to three of our STEM faculty on their retirement! We are grateful for your years of dedication, support, and impact on our students and college community. Wishing you all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter! 🎉

Dr. Henry Clark - Department of Mathematics
Dr. Phil Crawford - Department of Chemistry & Physics
Theresa Buttry - Department of Chemistry & Physics

05/06/2026

Check out our STEM students soaring high!

Congratulations to two outstanding students making an impact on and off campus through leadership, innovation, and service. We are so proud! 👏🏻

04/29/2026

We celebrated Arbor Day on Friday by planting a tree right here on campus, investing in a more sustainable future for SEMO and our community! 🪏🌳

04/24/2026

Career readiness in action! 🙌🏻

04/22/2026

Congratulations to our CoSTEM faculty and graduate student on their achievements at the Excellence in Advising, Student Success, & Teaching Celebration and Award Ceremony! 👏🏻

Outstanding Faculty Academic Advisor: Mrs. Marissa Franke
Provost Awards for Teaching Excellence Recipients: Mylissa A. Williams, Dr. Shakirah Nakasagga, Dr. Rachel Morgan Theall, Dr. Fidel Atuo, and Dr. Seong Nam Hwang

04/17/2026

Congratulations to all our STEM students and faculty sponsors who showcased their research projects at the SEMO Student Research Conference this week. We are so proud of you! 👏