How to Set Up a Fish Tank
Fish are an ideal pet for college students, but their care can be deceptively complicated. Here are some instructions for how to set up your own tank.
How to improve your curveball
The key to a solid pitch? Good movement, says Drury Pitching Coach Gage Jacobs. “In high school baseball you can get away with a slow, loopy breaking ball,” says Jacobs. “But it doesn’t really play at the college level. Sitting in those scouting meetings, I heard the discussions. If there are two right-handed pitchers that…
How to Design Lights for a Play
Drury University allows students to design shows during the season. Claire Allen, student at Drury, tells us about her time designing lights.
Artsfest on Walnut Street
Walnut Street will be filled with artists, musicians, food trucks, and more on May 4th and 5th. This two day event will feature various entertainment and activities to enjoy with both your family and friends. Nicole Chilton, Director of Marketing and Development for the Springfield Arts Council says, “Artsfest is the largest fine arts festival…
Coping with mental-health challenges in college
During college, students across America face a variety of mental-health challenges such as chronic stress and anxiety, depression, and addiction. Research conducted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness states one-quarter of college students have a diagnosable illness, and 40 percent do not take advantage of the resources available to them Chronic stress At Drury…
The top five places to visit in Springfield, MO
A list of the Top Five Places to Visit in Springfield, MO according to Katie Jones, of the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce.
6 easy plants for college students to keep
The Scoop chats with Dr. Ioana Popescu, associate professor of biology, about some plants that are more suited for dorm rooms and busy college students.
Q&A with Drury Baseball’s Scott Nasby
Scott Nasby, head baseball coach of the Drury University Panthers, has been a constant on the team that was revived in 2006. In the past six seasons, he has led the Panthers to four NCAA-II tournaments and won two conference championships. Recently, he talked with the Scoop about recruiting, handing out bricks, and turning goals…
Q&A with Dr. Chris Branton, Drury’s first game development professor
Dr. Chris Branton is helping to prepare students for the video gaming industry, becoming the first professor to teach Game Development at Drury University.
Q&A with Kristin Johansen, experienced gamer
Kristin Johansen, has been tabletop gaming for nearly 40 years. She shares some of her gaming experiences and gives advice to young gamers.