There are many different ways to identify a person, from economic status to differences in skin color. The “Race: Are We So Different” exhibit at the Discovery Center takes a scientific look at the history, genetics and politics that have developed around the classification system that we call race. KSMU’s Matthew Barnes reports.

To finish off a time full of local high school graduations, Bailey Alternative High School in Springfield held its commencement ceremony Wednesday morning. For many graduates at this unique school, this moment is the result of overcoming obstacles that most teenagers don’t face. One student received her diploma only moments prior to her departure back to her hometown, Joplin, where she plans to officially return, despite that her house was destroyed by last year’s tornado.  KSMU’s Rebekah Clark has her story, along with details about the event.