CNAS at MSU
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We are the College of Natural and Applied Sciences at Missouri State University. The divisions were renamed schools in 1972 and then colleges in 1985.
Vision
The College of Natural and Applied Sciences at Missouri State University seeks excellence in teaching, scholarly productivity, and professional and community service. We value:
our students and their success;
active learning, academic rigor and critical thinking;
excellence in teaching, research and service;
inclusiveness, fairness and justice;
faculty, staff and administrators;
personal and academic integrity;
safe learning environments;
collaborations and partnerships; and
continuous improvement. adopted 09/15/16
History of the college:
The university was first formed with thirteen academic departments in 1945. In 1968 the university separated into four divisions, one of them being the Division of Science and Technology. The college name changed again with reorganizations in 1994.
1968 - Division of Science and Technology; Director – Carl Fronabarger
1972 - School of Science and Technology; Dean – Carl Fronabarger
1974 - School of Science and Technology; Dean – Clif Thompson
1985 - College of Science and Mathematics; Dean – Clif Thompson
1987 - College of Science and Mathematics; Dean – Jerry Berlin
1994 - College of Natural and Applied Sciences; Dean – Larry Banks
2006 - College of Natural and Applied Sciences; Dean – Tammy Jahnke
09/17/2026
Look to the skies! Join us at Missouri State University Baker Observatory for the first Public Viewing Night of the fall semester, 8 p.m. Sept. 18. Experience the moon like never before through state-of-the-art telescopes. Missouri State University - Physics, Astronomy & Materials Science Dept. https://bit.ly/4Ao8lDe
09/17/2026
Family Weekend starts tomorrow, Bears! Join us Sept. 18-20 for a weekend full of fun, including BearWear Bingo, tailgating, Bears football game vs. Marshall, Inspire the ROAR 5K and more. We can’t wait to welcome our Bear families to campus!
MSU Family Weekend September 19-21, 2025
09/17/2026
On this week’s Astro Brief on KSMU - Ozarks Public Radio, Dr. Mike Reed explores how the James Webb Space Telescope could help astronomers search for signs of alien civilizations and technology beyond Earth. Missouri State University - Physics, Astronomy & Materials Science Dept.
Astro Brief: Alien Technosignatures How can JWST help in the search for alien civilizations?
09/10/2026
On this week’s Astro Brief on KSMU - Ozarks Public Radio, Dr. Mike Reed explores what scientists can learn from exoplanet atmospheres and surprising discoveries about the ultra-hot Jupiter WASP-121b. Missouri State University - Physics, Astronomy & Materials Science Dept.
Astro Brief: Winds on Exoplanets What can we learn from observing atmospheres in other planetary systems?
What a great day at the CNAS Student Expo! Thanks to everyone who stopped by, met our student organization leaders and joined in on the fun.
09/07/2026
Missouri State University is closed today in observance of Labor Day. We recognize and celebrate the contributions of workers who help strengthen our communities every day. Enjoy the day off and take some time to relax!
With great science comes great responsibility! 🕷️
09/04/2026
From science to street art! MSU Biology student Sophie Bryan uses her creativity to showcase the beauty of the Ozarks. Her new Battlefield Road mural in features animals native to . Check out her story in the Springfield Daily Citizen!
New Battlefield Road mural painted by an MSU science student - Springfield Daily Citizen Missouri State student Sophie Bryan used a grant from Drop Dead Generous to paint a large Ozarks wildlife mural on Battlefield Road.
09/03/2026
Meet the student organization leaders in CNAS! Join us from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 9 for the Missouri State University CNAS Student Expo at Blunt Hall. Enjoy free pizza and a chance to find your club!
09/03/2026
On this week’s Astro Brief on KSMU - Ozarks Public Radio, Dr. Mike Reed explores what causes comets like 240/P to split apart and what researchers have discovered about this mysterious comet. Missouri State University - Physics, Astronomy & Materials Science Dept.
Astro Brief: Fragmenting Comets What causes a comet to split?
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Springfield, MO
65897
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| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
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