Einhellig Interdisciplinary Forum

Provost Jasinski and Student Presenter at EIDF

32nd Annual
Frank Einhellig Graduate Interdisciplinary Forum
April 25, 2025

EIDF 2024 Abstract Booklet

Our institution prides itself on the extraordinary work of our students done with the mentorship of our faculty. Our dedicated students have been working on research and creative projects that push the boundaries of our knowledge. The Frank Einhellig Graduate Interdisciplinary Forum (EIDF) is a celebration of graduate student achievements, and we invite all of you to join us to offer your encouragement and take part in the discussions our students have started.

The EIDF showcases graduate student research and creative works through poster presentations and art exhibitions. Presentations are designed for an audience with varied academic backgrounds, so jargon is minimized and explanations are clear. Abstract submissions are open to all MSU graduate students.

Students, share your research and creativity!

Abstract Submission

The submission deadline for abstracts is Friday, March 31, 2025 by 5:00 pm.

Submit an Abstract

Event Information - Friday, April 25, 2025

Poster Presentations
Time TBD
PSU Grand Ballroom

EIDF Awards Ceremony
Time TBD
PSU Theater

*For the 2025 EIDF, art exhibitions will be held at the Springfield Art Museum on Saturday, May 3 at 10:00 am. A brief awards ceremony will follow presentations.

Information for Presenters

Awards

Awards for outstanding poster presentations, virtual presentations, and art exhibitions will be given at the awards ceremony. The award winners for Outstanding Graduate Assistants, Graduate Mentor, and Thesis Advisor are also announced at this ceremony, along with special recognition for our Distinguished Teaching Assistant, Distinguished Thesis, and scholarship award winners.

Other Involvement Opportunities

If you don’t want to present, we would still welcome your invovlement in EIDF. Please consider:

If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at GradCollegeServices@missouristate.edu.

Poster Kiosks

Poster Kiosks will be delivered to the Plaster Student Union for the Einhellig Interdisciplinary Forum (EIDF) by CNAS, MCHHS, and the Graduate College.

Faculty and staff may borrow poster kiosks for special events by accessing this form:

Poster Kiosk Reservation Request

You can also scan the QR code on the door in McDonald Arena where the poster kiosks are stored. The poster kiosks are heavy and have various components to put together for use. Persons borrowing are responsible to make sure they can transport and put together the kiosks themselves. All parts must be returned in good working order in the bag that they are stored in. Carts are available to transport the kiosks. Units will be charged if kiosks are not returned in a timely manner, parts are lost or damaged, or the cart is not returned or damaged. For questions, please call the Graduate College at 417-836-5335 and ask to speak with the Associate Dean.

Poster Kiosks cannot be checked out/borrowed the week of the Einhellig Interdisciplinary Forum.

Recent EIDF Winners

2024 EIDF

Outstanding Poster Presentations

Listed by first presenter only.

  • Beckley, Alicen – Speech-Language Pathology
  • Clubb, Preston - Chemistry
  • Das Spandan, Debaleen – Computer Science
  • Drecker, Jeanette – Cell & Molecular Biology
  • Durstock, William – Biology
  • Garten, Daniel – Biology
  • Holden, Jessica – Business Administration
  • Li, Nhi – Biology
  • Lowy, Joshua – Biology
  • Mulford, Morgan – Audiology
  • Nelson, Emily – Cell & Molecular Biology
  • Nguyen, Trieu – Natural & Applied Sciences
  • Reifsteck, Alexis – Biology
  • Saarel, Larissa – Biology
  • Shakoor, Iqra – Chemistry
  • Smith, Lauren – Experimental Psychology
  • Sutton, Carissa – Chemistry
  • Tabassum, Anika – Materials Science
  • Van Gundy, Emily – Computer Science
  • Zan, Serene – Experimental Psychology

Outstanding Virtual Presentation

  • Davidian, Megan - Audiology

Outstanding Art Exhibition

  • Sedra, Erin - Visual Studies

2022 EIDF

Outstanding Poster Presentations

  • Alexander Babel
  • Jeffery Darko
  • Amy Donaldson and Coauthors
  • Cora Dyslin
  • Brianne Edwards
  • Elson Eguasoa
  • Elandé Engelbrecht
  • Madison Gregory and Coauthors
  • Katie Grong
  • Valentina Hurtando Uribe and Coauthors
  • Rejeena Jha
  • Rebecca Lage and Coauthors
  • Nhi Le and Coauthors
  • Olamide Ogundele
  • Onyinye Okafor
  • Whitney Rawhourse
  • Nathan Sines
  • Dhruv Sitapara
  • Makenna Thompson
  • Audrey Williams

Outstanding Virtual Presentations

  • Haley Womach
  • Claire Zuch

Outstanding Art Exhibition

  • Haley Biere