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Missouri Department of ConservationDiscover nature this week with Missouri's caterpillars. While all bears are preparing for the winter, it's the familiar fuzzy caterpillar known as the woolly bear that clearly signals that cold weather is just around the corner. -
Missouri Department of ConservationA speedy wanderer has returned to Missouri's skies. The Peregrine falcon was nearly wiped out in the mid-1900s due to pesticide poisoning. Historically, peregrines nested in small numbers on bluffs along the Mississippi, Missouri, and Gasconade rivers. By the late 1800s, only a few pairs remained in the state.
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On this episode of SEMO Spotlight, graduate student Mary-Beth Ogden talks about her experience working for the Department of Anthropology, History, & Political Science and how her relationships within the department have helped her grow. -
The Illinois Federation of Teachers is urging lawmakers to use the state’s $768-million Meta settlement to help close Illinois’ nearly $7-billion K-12 funding gap. They contend underfunded schools struggle with larger classes, special education shortages and fewer student opportunities. -
An 18-foot bronze Redhawk sculpture is set to stand at the center of SEMO’s Talbert Terrace as construction continues on Kent Library’s terrace space. -
With Missouri students back in class, work is underway to develop specialized training for armed school rangers. The optional program would allow districts to use paid or volunteer rangers trained specifically for active-shooter response, building security, and other school emergencies. -
In this episode of ‘SEMO Spotlight’, we speak with Dr. Laura Hatcher, who is the director of the new Center for Civic Engagement and Democratic Practices and former department head of the Department of Anthropology, History, & Political Science. -
In this episode of ‘SEMO Spotlight’, we speak with Dr. Laura Hatcher, who is the director of the new Center for Civic Engagement and Democratic Practices and former department head of the Department of Anthropology, History, & Political Science.
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Anxiety and stress can sometimes appear as disruptive physical symptoms like stomach aches, headaches and changes in sleep or appetite. To avoid classroom disruptions, Missouri experts encourage parents to have conversations about mental health with their child ahead of the new school year. -
Illinois rural school districts urge lawmakers to address shortages in healthcare and mental health resources as they prepare for new universal student mental health screening requirements. The balancing act coincides with work to support students amid limited access to providers. -
Discover nature this week with ants in Missouri. You see them as they scurry about on driveways, lawns, and sidewalks -- or maybe even in your home! Regardless, ants seem to be everywhere. Some tunnel underground, while others reside in rotting wood or leaf litter. -
Discover nature this week with Missouri's crayfish. While coastal lobsters are famous, their downsized relative, the crayfish (also called crawdad) lives in obscurity right here in Midwestern waters.
