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“The Fablemans” is Steven Spielberg’s loving ode to the art of film

Max Shapiro • December 7, 2022

Steven Spielberg’s semi-autobiographical tale of a young filmmaker is occasionally schmaltzy but always sincere.

MU Center for Agroforestry started October off with its annual Missouri Chestnut Roast Festival

Tayler Gilmore • November 17, 2022

Anyone can make their way to the annual Missouri Chestnut Roast Festival as they enjoy events, food, tours and vendors to start off their October, as well as try hot Chinese chestnuts!

Ray-dio Waves: from the BBC reporter to leader of nonprofit foundation

Sophia Anderson • November 10, 2022

Radio journalist Jane Ray shares about her numerous career variations and how they impact her family life

Female student business owners make an impact on Columbia

Izabelle Cool • November 10, 2022

Five female student business owners are trying to influence other students to ‘Go for it’ and start their own businesses.

Recognized trumpet player Terell Stafford performed Sunday night at Murry’s.

Sterling Sewell • November 8, 2022

Terell Stafford — named “one of the great players of our time” by famed pianist McCoy Tyner — played two sets as part of the “We Always Swing” Jazz Series’ yearly lineup.

Ragtag Cinema shows The Times of Harvey Milk

Kampbell Hemeyer • November 1, 2022

To highlight LGBTQ+ history, Ragtag Cinema partnered with The Center Project to show The Times of Harvey Milk on Oct. 20. The film won the Oscar award for Best Documentary in 1985 and covered the Milk’s life as an openly gay politician. The screening was followed by a community conversation.

After 35 years of archival work, MU professor emeritus opens exhibit in State Historical Society

Lily Franck • October 27, 2022

Berkley Hudson’s exhibit, “Mr. Pruitt’s Possum Town: Trouble and Resilience in the American South,” showcases a confounding photo collection of his Mississippi hometown and shines new light on the American South during Jim Crow.

FEATURE: Mizzou Ballroom Dance Club unites wide range of dancers

Sophia Anderson • October 27, 2022

The newly revived club hosts dance lessons and participates in collegiate competitions

A poet’s life examined: How one professor has revitalized Emily Dickinson

Story and Photo by Grace Burwell | Graphic by Lillyann Hames • October 21, 2022

In Alexandra Socarides’ honors tutorial course, “Emily Dickinson: On the Page and the Screen,” students delve into the life of a literary icon through a recent television series, “Dickinson.”

Roots N Blues: Columbia’s annual music festival

Eric Kiekeben • October 20, 2022

MU students experience exciting opportunities at Columbia’s Roots N Blues

Lily Wilcox • October 18, 2022

One of Columbia’s most anticipated events, Roots N Blues, provided exciting opportunities for students.

Gimme Gimme Disco reminds people in Columbia of the power of Disco

Sydney Minor • October 18, 2022

Gimme Gimme Disco travels throughout the U.S. with a setlist packed with songs from ABBA and a few more ‘70s and ‘80s pop icons. The dance party sold out at The Blue Note on Sept. 16.