Assistant Professor of Biology BS Biochemistry, AVN College, India MS Biotechnology, Andhra University, India Ph.D. Baylor University, Waco, Texas Subject area(s): General Biology, Human Genetics and Non-Majors Biology What made you decide to specialize in Biology? I was fascinated by science from a very young age. I decided to follow my … [Read more...] about Spotlight: Dr. Sharath Rongoli
Associate Professor of Economics Ph.D. University of Oregon B.S. Eastern Michigan University What made you decide to specialize in economics and mathematics? I have always enjoyed learning mathematics. As a working student, economics fit my schedule much better than other fields that are complementary to mathematics because it didn’t require laboratory work. My interest … [Read more...] about Spotlight: Dr. Edward Birdyshaw
Professor BA, Writing, Missouri State University MFA, Writing, Washington University What made you decide to specialize in writing? I see beauty everywhere. I also believe in the creation of beauty; therefore, I specialized in writing as a way to interpret and to express unique life experiences. What was your favorite course in college and why? My favorite course as an … [Read more...] about Spotlight: Frank Priest
Associate Professor of Agriculture MS, Veterinary Physiology, University of Missouri PhD, University of Missouri-Columbia What made you decide to specialize in agriculture? I grew up on a large crop and diversified livestock farm. I went to school to become a veterinarian, got married, and then we moved away after my husband lost his job. I had a career path change before … [Read more...] about Spotlight: Dr. Linda Wulff-Risner
Professor of Political Science BJ, Journalism, University of Missouri MA, Intational Relations, University of Southern California PhD, Political Science, University of Missouri What made you decide to specialize in Political Science? I've always loved it. I was an Army brat. My dad served in World War II, and my brothers also served in the military. And I was always … [Read more...] about Spotlight: Dr. Kathleen Morrison