By Raychael Moseley / Managing Editor

The Collins Science Center is receiving a new table that will allow students to view and dissect complex structures like the human body virtually without using cadavers. 

The table has challenges as it is 7 feet long and needs to be in a space where students can use it. Because of this, the school is working on renovating a small classroom where the table can be placed. However, the table might not come until next semester. 

The Dean of the School of Science and Agriculture, Andrew Lisenbardt, is excited about this new change but also aware of the training and resources that are needed for this table to become a reality. 

“We are excited to have the table; I have not completed training on it yet,” he said. “Once I complete training, I will direct other people on how to use it. We are still thinking about logistics for it because a full class might not fit in the room where the table will be.” 

Despite the challenges, students are getting excited about the new addition. 

Sophomore Pre-Med student Alayna Allen thinks it will be a great opportunity to learn.

“I’m excited about the anatomage table because I can learn to dissect virtually without having to use a cadaver,” she said

Freshman Nursing student Logan Gosney has experience with Anatomage tables and is excited to see the table coming to Missouri Valley. 

“I’m very excited to see an Anatomage added to campus; as a person who has participated in an Anatomage tournament, I know it allows for a unique and detailed learning experience,” he said. “Ranging from nursing majors to biology majors, this tool is an amazing addition to MVC.”