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As the Ozarks prepares for another tax season, Missouri State faculty and students prepare to provide tax assistance to older adults, people with limited incomes and those who speak English as a second language.
Supported by grants and overseen by Dr. Sandra Byrd, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program and the Low Income Tax Clinic help prepare basic returns, respond to IRS notices and correct account problems.
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Research Updates

  • Funding continued for Springfield water quality research
    Yesterday at 9:33 a.m. • University News
    Dr. Robert Pavlowsky, professor of geography and director of the Ozarks Environmental and Water Resources Institute (OEWRI) at Missouri State University, was awarded $28,033 for continuation of the “Springfield MS4/TMDL Monitoring Project” by the Storm Water Services Division of the Springfield Public Works Department.
  • New research instrument shows colorful vibrations of stars
    February 1 at 8:17 a.m. • University News
    Although photography is classified as an art form, Dr. Mike Reed, associate professor of astronomy at Missouri State University, has developed a new photographic instrument that can be used to further his seismology research. It is a variation of a 3-CCD photometer, which he has termed the Grindstaff Tricolor Camera or GT Cam, and it is only the fourth such instrument in the world.
  • Professor co-edits, contributes chapter to new book on Taiwan
    January 30 at 9:17 a.m. • University News
    Dr. Dennis Hickey, professor of political science and director of the global studies graduate program, just published "New Thinking About the Taiwan Issue: Theoretical Insights Into its Origins, Dynamics and Prospects." He co-edited the book and contributed the lead chapter along with Jean-Marc Blanchard.
  • Undergraduate research journal explores hot topics
    January 30 at 8:52 a.m. • University News
    The Missouri State University Honors College published LOGOS: A Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 4, and it is now available at locations across campus and online. A team of four undergraduate student editors, 20 student peer reviewers and nearly 40 faculty experts collaborated to produce this volume, which features publications by 18 students from 11 academic departments at the university.
  • Technology, construction management faculty present laser scanning research
    January 27 at 2:36 p.m. • University News
    Dr. Kerry Slattery, assistant professor of technology and construction management, presented "Evaluation of 3D Laser Scanning for Construction Applications" in the State Department of Transportation's High-Value Research Projects poster session at the 91st Annual Meeting of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 23. The research was funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation through the Illinois Center for Transportation. The research project, completed with co-investigator Dr. Dianne Slattery, associate professor of technology and construction management, was one of only 19 selected nationally for this session.

Why research?

Research is an essential contribution by the University, and Missouri State encourages and facilitates research for three primary reasons:

  • Contributes to the public good
    Both applied and basic research have the potential to enhance the quality of life for all.

  • Encourages faculty development
    Research keeps faculty current in the issues and methods driving their respective disciplines.

  • Enhances the educational process
    Research ensures "cutting edge" professors engage students and promote academic skills.