Missouri University of Science and Technology Community Profile

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MISSOURI S&T DEGREE LISTING Engineering Aerospace Engineering Architectural Engineering Ceramic Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Engineering Management Environmental Engineering Geological Engineering Mechanical Engineering Metallurgical Engineering Mining Engineering Nuclear Engineering Petroleum Engineering Pre-Professional Pre-Law Pre-Med Pre-Nursing Pre-Veterinary

Academics are the main focus at Missouri S&T. And whether you are entering Missouri S&T as a member of the Freshman Engineering Program or as a student in one of the many sciences, computing, or liberal arts fields, you will be instructed by some of the best faculty around.

Over 99 percent of Missouri S&T faculty members hold the top degree awarded in their field, and they are trained to assist our first-year students with the adjustments required for success at the college level. To further assist first-year students, Missouri S&T provides resources outside the classroom like a counseling center, writing center and an exciting program called Learning Enhancement Across Disciplines (LEAD). LEAD provides students in the first and second year of study with additional tutoring, while they adjust from life at home to a rigorous and challenging new experience at college. All together, these resources add up to undeniable

student success and a record-setting 88 percent retention rate from freshman to sophomore year.

Missouri S&T also focuses on applying the knowledge dispensed in the classroom in the laboratory.

Opportunities for undergraduate research abound, giving all students the chance to apply what they know to real-world situations. With more than $52 million in research awards and grants, students are able to practice putting principles to use and to develop a working knowledge of industry advancements.

Missouri S&T strives to help students be “street ready� engineers, scientists and entrepreneurs, giving them the skills and creativity necessary for a successful career.

The world of science and technology is ever-changing, and students at Missouri S&T learn to become life-long learners, innovators and creators.

Sciences & Computing Applied Mathematics Biological Sciences Chemistry Computer Science Geology & Geophysics Information Science and Technology Physics Business & Social Sciences Business & Management Systems Economics Psychology Arts & Humanities English History Philosophy Teacher Certifications Technical Communication Graduate-only Programs Mathematics Explosives Engineering Systems Engineering Business Administration Materials Science & Engineering Earth Science degrees.mst.edu

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campus living reslife.mst.edu

Living on campus is a great experience embraced by college campuses all over the nation. The benefits to students are undeniable. You can easily meet other students who are sharing the same changes and challenges as you. At Missouri S&T, there are several Learning Communities for students living in residential housing. These groups encourage learning outside of the classroom.

They also open opportunities for peer mentoring. Living on campus has many proven benefits to students. Perhaps most important is the academic success of these students.

Students living in residence halls consistently perform above the campus GPA average, and they are also more likely to stay enrolled at Missouri S&T, having a much lower drop-out rate.

ON-CAMPUS LIVING d The Quadrangle Complex – Composed of Holtman, Kelly, McAnerney and Farrar. d The Residential College – An all suite-style living community. d Thomas Jefferson Hall – Features community-style living options. d The Solar Village – By application only. d Nagogami Terrace Apartments – Typically reserved for transfer and non-traditional students.

OFF-CAMPUS LIVING Most students at Missouri S&T spend about two years living on-campus in university residence halls, residential colleges and even university-owned apartments. But when on-campus living requirements have been met, it is not unusual for students to begin searching the area for an apartment, condo or duplex to call their own.

Many students seek out places like Collegiate Station, a studentcentered apartment complex. At Collegiate Station, you are within a short walk or bike ride to campus. You will also find yourself surrounded by other students who are living, working and studying, just like you.

If you’re looking for something a little different, there are many off-campus living options in Rolla and the surrounding area. From houses with multiple rooms (and multiple roommates!) to singlebedroom apartments and duplexes, there is something to fit everyone’s personal living preferences.

For help finding the right apartment for you, try contacting one of these local rental agencies: Collegiate Station at Rolla Apartments 900 Collegiate Blvd.

Rolla, MO 65401 Tel: 573-458-5125 Investment Realty 1703 N. Bishop Ave. Rolla, MO 65401-2251 Tel: 573-364-4050 Brown Properties 603 Kingshighway Rolla, MO 65401 Tel: 573-364-2787 Or check for local listings in the Real Estate section of the Rolla Daily News online at TheRollaDailyNews.com.

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varsity athletics & intramurals sports.mst.edu

Achieving success in the classroom and on the field of play is a reality for about 360 young men and women at Missouri S&T who participate in varsity-level athletics.

Part of the Division II Great Lakes Valley Conference, Missouri S&T’s Men and Lady Miners challenge 12 other teams in 13 intercollegiate sports.

Men’s Varsity: Baseball • Basketball • Cross Country Football • Soccer • Swimming Track and field Women’s Varsity: Basketball • Cross Country • Soccer Softball • Track and field Volleyball Missouri S&T student-athletes are wellrounded individuals who are repeatedly awarded the highest honors for their sportsmanship, athleticism and academic achievement by the Great Lakes Valley Conference.

In addition to Division II sports, Missouri S&T students can participate in 19 intramural sports on campus. Intramural sports are played in the newly renovated Gale-Bullman Multi-Purpose Building, providing state-of-the-art athletic and recreational activities and equipment.

Intramurals: Badminton • Softball • Basketball Swimming • Billiards • Table Tennis Bowling • Cross Country Indoor & Outdoor Track & Field Golf • Ultimate Frisbee • Racquetball Volleyball • Soccer • Weight Lifting Dodgeball

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student life & support services Career Opportunities and Employer Relations career.mst.edu Career Opportunities and Employer Relations is the bridge between Missouri S&T students and the companies interested in hiring them. Each year, COER organizes and hosts a fall and spring career fair on-campus. Hundreds of companies set up booths and invite our students to provide resumes for co-ops, internships and full-time employment.

In addition, COER will help prepare students for those all-important job interviews. They will host mockinterviews, rent a suit to any student in need of one and help each job hunter craft a killer resume.

Greek Life studentlife.mst.edu/greek Many S&T students choose to join Greek organizations on campus. There are currently 21 fraternities and four sororities on campus. d Social Fraternities Alpha Epsilon Pi Alpha Phi Alpha Beta Sigma Psi Delta Lambda Phi Delta Sigma Phi Delta Tau Delta Kappa Alpha Kappa Alpha Psi Kappa Sigma Lambda Chi Alpha Phi Kappa Theta Pi Kappa Alpha Pi Kappa Phi Sigma Chi Sigma Nu Sigma Phi Epsilon Sigma Pi Sigma Tau Gamma Tau Kappa Epsilon Theta Xi Triangle d Social Sororities Chi Omega Kappa Delta Phi Sigma Rho Zeta Tau Alpha 4 | Missouri University of Science and Technology

Women’s Leadership Institute wli.mst.edu The Missouri S&T Women’s Leadership Institute not only helps support women on the Missouri S&T campus, it also strives to encourage all students to understand the female perspective in learning. Through guest lecturers, workshops and mentoring, WLI brings women’s issues to Missouri S&T. Student Diversity Programs

Summer Programs precollege.mst.edu For students still considering Missouri S&T, summer programs are an excellent option to visit campus and get a true feel for Missouri S&T. Camps range in both age groups they target and topics they cover.

Beginning in first grade, children can attend camps designed to spark an interest in science and engineering. For rising high school juniors and seniors, camps include Jackling Introduction to Engineering, Explosives Camp and Nuclear Engineering.

New dates and camp themes are released each spring at summer.mst.edu.

sdp.mst.edu At Missouri S&T, the Student Diversity Programs Office focuses on assisting students from ethnic backgrounds that have historically been underrepresented in science and engineering fields. SDP also helps to bring cultural aspects of the students it serves to the larger campus in an effort to promote understanding, community and campuswide involvement for all students.

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student design teams & clubs experiencethis.mst.edu

Student Design Teams Advanced Aero Vehicle Group Baja SAE Team Concrete Canoe Team Engineers Without Borders Formula SAE Racing Human-Powered Vehicle Team Robotics Teams Solar Car Team Solar House Team Steel Bridge Team

Students at Missouri S&T have many options for getting hands-on learning.

These opportunities take them all over the nation and world, as they learn to put their knowledge into practical use. Many S&T students participate in one of ten student design teams like the Solar Miner solar-powered vehicle, the Baja Team offroad buggy, or the Show-Me Solar House.

Each team operates out of the Student Design and Experiential Learning Center, an on-campus facility that steps out of the normal classroom setting and engages students in a different, experiment-based form of learning. Students put the theories and concepts they have learned to practical use by building competitionready projects from the ground up.

Students participate in everything from fundraising to oil changes, teaching them to be truly industry-ready engineers and business people.

Other students choose to participate in one of the service learning student groups like Engineers Without Borders. These

students travel abroad to Central and South America helping rural and remote villages solve problems with unclean water supplies and poor sanitation systems. They are able to put their knowledge to use in a way that can truly change an entire community’s future.

Student Design Clubs & Organizations Aerospace Design Ceramic Engineering Design Chemical Car Team EcoCAR Team iGEM Genetic Machine Mine Rescue and Mucking Miners in Space Project SAVER Rocketry Satellite Design

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new student information Admissions futurestudents.mst.edu For more information on undergraduate, graduate, transfer and international admissions, please visit our website at futurestudents.mst.edu. You can also email, call or send us a letter at: Office of Admissions 102 Parker Hall 300 W. 13th St. Rolla, MO 65409 800-522-0938 Fax: 573-341-4082 admissions@mst.edu

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Student Financial Aid sfa.mst.edu If you need assistance with paying for college, please visit our website at sfa.mst.edu for more information and great online resources like our financial aid estimator, cost of education estimates and scholarship applications. You can also email, call or send us a letter at:

New Student Programs & Orientation pro.mst.edu As a newly admitted student, you’re probably wondering, “What’s next?” To find out more about your next step toward becoming a student at Missouri S&T, visit pro.mst.edu, or you can reach us personally at:

Student Financial Aid Office G-1 Parker Hall 300 W. 13th St. Rolla, MO, 65409 573-341-4282 800-522-0938 Fax: 573-341-4274 sfa@mst.edu

Office of New Student Programs & Orientation 106 Centennial Hall 300 W. 12th St. Rolla, Missouri 65401 573-341-4025 pro@mst.edu

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welcome from the mayor rollacity.org

On behalf of the Rolla City Council and residents, welcome to Rolla, Missouri! Whether you are just passing through, relocating from another area or thinking about making Rolla your home, we’re glad you’re here.

If you haven’t already noticed, friendliness is something you’ll find a lot of in our city, along with abundant recreational, cultural and educational opportunities. We have a saying in Rolla that the quality of life is high, but not the cost of living.

Whether you’re looking for an array of outstanding restaurants, affordable lodging, theatrical productions or recreational opportunities, we have what you are looking for in Rolla! Couple all of this with top-rated public schools, a leading technological research university (Missouri University of Science and Technology), year-round community festivals, a Historic Walking Tour of Rolla and outstanding parks, and you’ll see why we are often recognized as one of the 100 Best Small Towns in America.

Rolla also boasts a state-of-the-art recreation facility. The Centre — a 63,000-square-foot health and recreation complex — offers everything from a cutting-edge 4,000-square-foot fitness center to an amazing aquatic center, gymnasium, indoor walking track and recreational programs for the entire community to enjoy. During the hot summer months, the SplashZone offers a refreshing break for families.

While some refer to Rolla as the foothills to the Ozarks — in particular the Mark Twain National Forest — there is much more to Rolla than our scenic rolling hills, highly sought after trout streams and abundant recreational opportunities on the Gasconade, Little Piney, Big Piney and Meramec Rivers.

Phelps County, of which Rolla is the county seat, includes such diverse industries as Brewer Science, Inc., Mo-Sci, Inc., USGS, Wal-Mart Distribution Center, Mark Twain National Forest Headquarters, Royal Canin USA, Inc. and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Missouri S&T is positioning itself as one of the nation’s top technological research universities. Phelps County also includes HyPoint Industrial Park and the new Missouri S&T Innovation Park where cutting-edge, high-tech industries are making Rolla their home.

High quality medical facilities at Phelps County Regional Medical Center and St. John’s Clinic, together with an abundance of cultural opportunities at Castleman Hall (Missouri S&T’s 650-seat Performing Arts Center), the Ozark Actors Theatre and ArtsRolla!, are additional assets that make Rolla such a desirable place to live, work and play.

For additional information regarding city services, recreational opportunities, cultural events, dining, lodging and shopping, be sure to visit our website at www.rollacity.org or on Rolla Channel 6. We’re glad you’re here!

Sincerely, William S. Jenks, III Mayor of Rolla

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community introduction Incorporated in 1861, the City of Rolla has come a long way from its humble beginnings as a major railway stop for the Frisco Line. Rolla is now a regional center of government, education, shopping, dining, culture and health care in South Central Missouri.

Rolla’s small, rural setting provides a safe, cozy community located almost directly between the first and third largest cities in Missouri – St. Louis and Springfield.

Rolla’s central location on Interstate 44 makes it the perfect stopping point for travelers, and it makes a quick weekend trip to larger metropolitan areas a breeze for students looking just to get away or spend a weekend shopping, visiting museums and going to concerts.

Nestled in the Ozarks, Rolla is surrounded by the natural beauty unique to south-central Missouri. Rolling hills, country highways and spring-fed rivers make the area a perfect fit for any outdoor

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activities - hunting, fishing, canoeing and swimming are among the local favorites. Rolla is also near the only United States national forest in Missouri, Mark Twain National Forest, which spans 1.5 million protected acres and provides an ideal location for hiking and camping excursions. Nearby Lane Springs and Meramec Spring Park are also extremely popular outdoor recreation areas.

There’s plenty of entertainment to be had indoors as well. Rolla is home to the acclaimed Ozarks Actors Theatre, a summer stock theatre troop, and Leach Theatre, located in the Castleman Hall Performing Arts Center on the Missouri S&T campus, which features student-run productions throughout the year. A skating rink, bowling alley, movie theatre, mini-golf and go-cart complex and local wineries round out the entertainment options.

Most importantly, Rolla is a community focused on the students at Missouri S&T. From Opening Week festivities to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the Rolla community strives to make this a home away from home. Rolla also celebrated its 150th Anniversary during the Rolla Sesquicentennial Celebration on June 4, 2011, in downtown Rolla.

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area shopping & dining visitrolla.com

Rolla boasts an historic downtown centralized around Pine Street. Here you will find dining, shopping and numerous nightlife options, including some of the most popular establishments frequented by current students and alumni. Alex’s Pizza Palace has been serving their famous pizzas and gyros to Rolla regulars since 1964.

Alongside Alex’s, downtown visitors can shop in quaint retail boutiques like Red Door Gifts and Peacock Stained Glass & Gifts, or peruse the latest book selections at the award-winning Reader’s Corner.

In addition to thriving Pine Street, many restaurants, retail shops and nightlife locations dot the surrounding landscape.

From fine dining steakhouses to a quick cup of joe on the run, there’s something for every taste and speed.

St. James, MO, a unique city along Historic Route 66, is just 10 miles east of Rolla on I-44. It is home to several wineries, including St. James Winery and Meramec Vineyards Winery.

The beautiful landscapes and vistas make for a perfect

weekday activity. And while you’re there, be sure to visit beautiful Maramec Spring Park, and pick up a hand-dipped, homemade scoop of ice cream from Ruby’s Ice Cream in downtown St. James.

Small, local businesses in the Rolla area quickly feel like home to visitors and new students alike.

music, arts & culture ON-CAMPUS

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Leach Theatre provides both student theatre productions and traveling performance shows to the students at Missouri S&T and to the community.

Through different event series like the Campus Performing Arts Series and Family Film Series, Leach Theatre entertains all ages.

Since 1988, Ozark Actors Theatre has been entertaining Rolla and the surrounding area with high-quality performances.

Whether you’re a fan of comedies, dramas or musical theatre, OAT will entertain.

Since their inception, they have completed 70 shows, and they have added a new Winter Season to the normal Summer Season.

For more information or to buy tickets, please contact: Leach Theatre 103 Castleman Hall 400 W. 10th St. • Rolla, MO 65409-1550 Office 573-341-6964 leachtheatre.mst.edu

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Mini-golf, roller skating and go carts abound at Kokomo Joe’s Family Fun Center, and when you’re done there, swing on over to Forum Theater to catch the latest blockbuster movies.

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communityliving Building home and hearth in Rolla is a wise investment for multiple reasons. The city’s culture is enhanced by its proximity to Missouri S&T and the lush landscape of rolling green hills adds to the serenity and the adventurous, outdoorsy aspect of the community. Location is Rolla’s crown jewel–the vast majority of residents live within a 15-minute commute of their workplace.

Housing for both renters and buyers is incredibly affordable in Rolla. The mean price in 2009 for a single-family detached home was $133,623, almost $50,000 less than the state mean price of $180,542. The mean price of townhouses and other attached units, $133,950, is about $40,000 less than the state mean price of $174,118. Despite these affordable prices, 53 percent of residents rent rather than own. The median gross rent in 2009 was very inexpensive at $554, making the city an ideal place for recent graduates and other young professionals.

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parks & recreation PARKS AND GREEN SPACE ABOUND IN THE ROLLA AREA

By Scott Grahl, Communications Coordinator—City of Rolla

The Rolla City Parks and Recreation Department manages 33 parks, ranging from small, neighborhood parks with playground equipment to Ber Juan Park, which includes just about every indoor and outdoor recreational activity you can think of.

All together, these parks encompass more than 310 acres within the city, and provide open green space and a wide-range of recreational opportunities in proximity to nearly any location in Rolla.

Ber Juan Park spans nearly 85 acres of open grassland, trails and recreational facilities, and is located in the east-central part of Rolla, bordered on the south by 10th Street, on the west by Holloway and Farrar, on the north by 14th and 18th streets, and on the east by Burgher Branch.

The park includes The Centre, Rolla’s 63,000-square-foot Health and Recreation Complex, tennis courts, SplashZone (Rolla’s outdoor water park), a playground and picnic area, a skate park and the Ber Juan Sportsplex, a multi-field baseball, softball and soccer complex. A walking and exercise trail encompasses most of the park with outdoor fitness equipment stationed along the trail.

Schuman Park, roughly 15 acres, is second in size only to Ber Juan, among Rolla’s currently developed park areas. In addition to its lighted softball field and four basketball courts, Schuman offers two playgrounds and a sand volleyball court. The field is also home of the Rolla Lady Bulldogs softball team.

The park also offers historical interest, including Frisco Pond, which once served as a major source of water for the railroad,

under an acre in size, located and the restored Frisco steam on Casey Lane. engine, coal car and passenger car which are lighted and d Coventry Park – a spacious, 16.5-acre park lying along covered for protection from the Coventry Drive, bordering elements and easy viewing.

Burgher Branch in eastern Guided tours are available by Rolla. appointment. d Deer Crossing Park – an undeveloped open park with Green Acres Park consists of 8.5 .85 acres of land on Lanning acres along Dieble Creek, south Lane. of Highway 72. The park offers a lighted softball field with d Heritage Heights Park – two (2) undeveloped open bleachers that serves, along with acres off of McCutchen Drive Schuman Park and the Ber Juan Sportsplex, as a location for d Lanning Wooden Bridge Park – the city’s smallest league games. In addition to its developed park at .03 acres, it softball facilities, the park is located at the corner of 4th features a playground, picnic and Main. shelter/pavilion, basketball court d Lariat Lane Park – an and sand volleyball court. undeveloped park area encompassing 1.4 acres at the In addition, the department also intersection of Southview and maintains the 40-acre Rolla Lariat Lane.

Cemetery. Incorporated in 1861, it includes the Weber family d Maggi Park – just under .5 acres, it is located on cemetery, which dates back to the Commercial Drive.

1850s. It is located at the corner of Highway 72 and Rolla Street. d Meadow Brook Park – an undeveloped 1-acre park located on Meadowbrook Although not owned by the city, Drive.

Lions Club Park is yet another expansive piece of parkland in d Murry Park – located at the corner of 10th Street and Rolla that is open to the public.

Angus Valley.

The park spans roughly 180 acres Park – an off Highway 63 South and is d Penny undeveloped park area located home to the Rolla Lions Club’s at the corner of Lester and annual Fourth of July carnival. A Edith. vast array of playground equipment, barbecue pits, picnic d Powell Park – located at the corner of 11th and Poole. areas with pavilions, hiking and biking trails, fields and a fishing d Ridgeview Park - more than four acres of land around the lake make up this scenic park.

intersection of Ridgeview and Morrell in western Rolla. d Silverleaf Park – slightly more than 16 undeveloped acres, this park is located on Silverleaf Lane. d Southview Park – a large park at 29 acres, it is located between the Hutchinson and Newcastle subdivisions along Dieble Creek. This park is currently undeveloped, but a section of the city’s walking/biking path follows the creek through park land. d Tim Ponzer Park – an undeveloped park consisting of 10.5 acres along Sycamore and Cypress Drives and Dieble Creek. d Tory Park – located on Tory Drive in northeastern Rolla, this park is over 8 acres. d Town & Country Park - an undeveloped park consisting of 2.1 acres lying along the creek near the intersection of Soest and Pinetree. d Wedgewood Park – located on Chestnut Drive in southern Rolla, this park offers over 8 acres.

For more information, or to make pavilion, athletic field or tennis court reservations, please call 573-364-4278. A recorded message about field conditions and outdoor recreation may be obtained by calling 573-3640847.

The following is a list of some of the city-owned pocket parks located in Rolla: d Ann’s Acres Park – a 1-acre neighborhood park located at Soest Road and South Murry Lane. d Barnitz Park – located at the corner of 5th and Iowa. d Breuer Park – consists of nearly seven acres located at 10th and Wakefield. d Countryaire Park – an undeveloped park of just Missouri University of Science and Technology | 15

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k-12education Rolla students are served by the Rolla School District as well as a variety of private and parochial education options.

Rolla Public Schools provide an eightschool system, with three elementary schools, one middle school, one junior high school, one high school, one technical center and one technical institute. The district prides itself on partnering with the community to provide the best possible educational opportunities to its students.

Private and parochial education is also readily accessible as a substitute for the public school system. Such schools and academies as St. Patrick Elementary School, Immanuel Lutheran School and Rolla Seventh-Day Adventist School, among many others, are excellent options for parents who would like their child’s academics to merge with religious practice and education. Advanced schools from preschool through college, coupled with the emphasis on educational attainment, establish Rolla as the educational hub of South Central Missouri.

At ECC-Rolla you can choose from general education classes, as well as transfer, career/ technical and health care degree programs.

Call 573-458-0165 for enrollment information.

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businessservices communities. The City of Rolla, the Rolla Area Chamber of Commerce, the Rolla Regional Economic Commission and the university are among many of the regional resources available to new and existing businesses of all types and sizes.

For more information on the business community of the Rolla region, contact the following organizations: The City of Rolla www.rollacity.org The Rolla region houses a diverse business community bursting with unmatched advantages. The Missouri University of Science and Technology is a major contributor to the area’s economy, as are such industries as healthcare, distribution, manufacturing, engineering/ mapping and many others. The Rolla region also hosts Fort Leonard Wood, a U.S. Army Maneuver Support Center of Excellence, and is also recognized as the retail center for south central Missouri,

offering patrons a great selection of stores to choose from.

The university-based economy is wellsupported by a strategic location near major markets and interstate highways, along with low taxes, a dedicated workforce and high quality commercial and industrial sites. The region is also supported by various organizations dedicated to enhancing the business community in Rolla and its surrounding

Missouri Department of Economic Development www.ded.mo.gov The Rolla Area Chamber of Commerce www.rollachamber.org The Rolla Regional Economic Commission www.rollaecondev.org

Sheila M. Flint, CPA, LLC 1015 Kingshighway • Rolla www.yourcpasource.com Business and Individual Services • Income Tax Preparation - Federal and All States • Year Round Tax and Accounting Services • IRS and State Notice Assistance • Tax and Retirement Planning • Non-Profit Organizations • Bookkeeper Training

Tax Season Hours Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:30pm Sat. 9:00am - 3:00pm

Call For Appointment (573) 368-5460

The Law Office of

THOMAS, BIRDSONG, MILLS & MCBRIDE, P.C.

215 S. Meramec St. St. James, Missouri 65559

Civil • Criminal/Traffic • Family Law

The Newman Center

Benton Square

(573) 265-6576

www.rollalaw.com 1100 North Elm Rolla, Missouri 65401

(573) 364-4097 ph (573) 364-0664 fx

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Top Employers in the Rolla Region Employer...................................................# of Employees Missouri University of Science and Technology...........1375 Phelps County Regional Medical Center......................1325 Wal-Mart Distribution Center ......................................1100 Rolla Public Schools .......................................................567 City of Rolla....................................................................317 Brewer Science................................................................263 Tacony Manufacturing ...................................................110 USGS – Mid-Continent Mapping Center .......................100 Royal Canin ......................................................................95 CANTEX Inc. ...................................................................80 Mo-SCI .............................................................................60 Source: Rolla Regional Economic Commission

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Rolla Federal Credit Union…

Helping People Since 1959

We’ve been helping people in this community meet their financial needs since 1959. If you live, work, worship or attend school in Phelps County, you’re qualified to become a member. Because you’re eligible to join, your family members are, too!

Benefits include: • Free Online Banking & Bill Pay • Free Checking • 28,000+ Surcharge-Free ATMs • Hassle-Free Mortgages & Home Equity Loans • Low-Rate Auto, RV & Boat Loans • And Much More!

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healthcare The Rolla area offers excellent medical care to the region, with excellent providers including Phelps County Regional Medical Center, St. John’s Clinic and the Rolla Family Clinic, among many others. Patients of all ages are treated by the area’s excellent physicians. With a strong roster of qualified doctors who specialize in various services and treatments, Rolla residents are always in capable hands.

Phelps County Regional Medical Center Phelps County Regional Medical Center (PCRMC) anchors the local healthcare community. The 232-bed regional referral center supplies a long list of outstanding medical services, including comprehensive cancer, cardiology, surgery, women’s health, sleep and

imaging/laboratory services. The hospital is led by more than 100 knowledgeable physicians and a staff of 1,500-plus employees. In addition, PCRMC is a teaching affiliate of the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine and the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. Learn more at www.pcrmc.com.

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• WE PROVIDE AFTER HOURS CARE & PRIMARY CARE • WALK IN AND APPOINTMENTS • ALL CO PAYS ARE PRIMARY CARE RATES • OUR PROVIDERS CALL ROLLA HOME • NO MORE WAITING IN THE ER • Across from APPLEBEES and next to WALMART

Rolla Family Clinic accepts many insurance plans including: • Cox Health • Tri Care • Medicare • Medicaid • United Healthcare• Healthlink • PHCS/EPOCH • GHP • BlueCross BlueShield SERVICES OFFERED: • X-ray facilities, which allow for treatment of minor fractures and childhood accidents • Minor trauma room that facilitates repair of minor and moderate lacerations • Occupational health, pre-employment physicals and DOT physicals • Workers’ Comp, Employee Physicals and Drug Screening

Yomi Olusanya, MD Shaundelle Olusanya, FNP Dawn Tope, FNP 416 South Bishop Avenue • Rolla, MO 65401 573-426-5900 • Fax: 573-426-4466 www.RollaFamilyClinic.com Monday-Friday: 9am-9pm 20 | Missouri University of Science and Technology

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St. John’s Clinic – Rolla Part of the top-rated St. John’s Health System, St. John’s Clinic – Rolla is a multi-specialty group practice housed within a modern, 108,000-square-foot facility. The clinic opened in fall 2009, consolidating the services of three St. John’s Clinic facilities into one convenient, state-of-the-art center. Patients in Phelps, Pulaski, Dent, Crawford, Maries and Texas counties are afforded access to a wide range of physician specialties at the Rolla clinic, including family and internal medicine, general surgery, radiology, medical imaging, laboratory, cardiology, women’s health, urgent care and many others. More information is available online at www.stjohns.com.

Rolla Family Clinic The Rolla Family Clinic (formerly Rolla Urgent Care) is a privatelyowned healthcare facility that has been part of the Rolla community since spring 2006. Due to the rising cost of urgent care co-pays, the demand by the Rolla community, the deficit of primary care providers and the continued need for after-hours medical care, the clinic has recently expanded its services to include primary care, walk-in care and after-hours care. Co-pays for all visits are available at primary care rates. New hours at the Rolla Family Clinic are from Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. For further information, visit www.rollaurgentcare.com.

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index of advertisers Baymont Inn & Suites ...................................................... 13 Boba Bliss ...................................................................... 13 The Centre.......................................................................15 City of Rolla, Missouri ........................................................ 9 CollegeTownProfile.com ...................................................21 Collegiate Station .............................................................. 2 Dave’s Barber Shop .......................................................... 9 Days Inn & Suites St. James............................................ 12 Diana’s Diner................................................................... 13 East Central College - Rolla ............................................. 16 Fidelity Communications.................................................... 8 Sheila M. Flint, CPA, LLC................................................. 17 Foods for Health ............................................................. 19 Gordoz / Alex’s Pizza Palace............................................ 13

Hand Therapy of Central Missouri, LLC Kim Haberman, OTR/L, CHT ........................................... 20 Investment Realty, Inc. ..................................................... 14 J. Rogers Architecture, Inc............................................... 17 Landmark Baptist Church......................... Inside Front Cover Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken......................................... 13 Mid Missouri Credit Union .......................................... 10-11 Miner Alumni Association................................................... 1 The Reader’s Corner ......................................................... 7 Rolla Family Clinic............................................................ 20 Rolla Federal Credit Union ............................................... 18 Rolla Municipal Utilities....................................................... 9 Thomas, Birdsong, Mills & McBride, P.C. ......................... 17 United Way of South Central Missouri ................................ 9

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