COSAM Today is a newsletter that provides alumni and friends of the Auburn University College of Sciences and Mathematics, or COSAM, with a smart way to stay on top of the latest news and updates from the college.
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
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“I wanted to apply for the Gerald and Emily Leischuck Endowed President Award for Excellence in Teaching because it truly shows the impact of my actual teaching in the classroom,” explained Dr. Paul Cobine from the Department of Biological Sciences." Learn more about the impact this professor makes in the classroom.
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In this COSAM Staff Spotlight, learn more about Glenda Stroud from the Department of Physics. Click here to read her spotlight.
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“National Chemistry Week increases the awareness of the entire field of chemistry,” explained Dr. Curtis Shannon, Chair of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. “Undergraduate students who pursue a degree in chemistry develop a solid foundation that provides an advantage to more advanced training such as pre-health, graduate school, and professional schools.” Learn about the impact researchers in COSAM are making.
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“Much of my research is focused on soil fertility – determining how to best apply fertilizers to maximize crop nutrient uptake and minimize environmental loss of nutrients,” Gamble explained. “We want to provide farmers with recommendations for rates, sources and timing of application of fertilizer, so that we can increase revenue for farmers while preventing environmental pollution.” Read more about this COSAM alumna.
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Don’t miss the last Fright Night Friday of the year! Join us on this Friday, October 25, to watch Hocus Pocus at 6:30 p.m. and The Craft at 8:30 p.m. Check out Fright Night Fridays!
