Retiring From, But Not Tiring Of, Science

KSMU | By Dr. David Cornelison

Published May 9, 2019 at 9:45 AM CDT

Becky Baker has been around MSU for quite a while. From earning her degree at SMSU in the 1970s to working as a part-time teacher to returning as a full-time faculty member in the early 90s, she has seen many changes in both the institution and the general environment of science. After many years of service, she will step down from her position this year. She stops by STEM Spots to talk about her career, what she has learned and the general tenor of science at MSU, especially as it pertains to women in the field.

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Dr. David Cornelison

Dr. David Cornelison has been working as an educator and scientist in Arizona and Missouri universities for the last 32 years. From 2010-2018, he was the head of the Department of Physics, Astronomy and Materials Science at Missouri State University. His research interests lie at the intersection of experimental condensed-matter physics and astrophysics, while his educational efforts have focused on outreach to the K-12 school system. Most of all, he believes in curiosity-driven learning in the sciences and all other fields.

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