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MU faculty member co-leads study to create a pain-free, no calibration required, glucose test device

Noah Klein • November 14, 2018

There has never been a way for people with diabetes to test their glucose levels without pricking their body in some form. However, one MU medical professional has recently done work to try to change that. Anandhi...

MU creates new MizzouOne website to tailor MU digital experience with a digital center

Alex Wilson • November 14, 2018

Much of the MU experience already has a comfortable, relatively-streamlined pace to it. Consistent notifications appear on your phone through the Canvas app, telling you all that your TA or professor has...

Students choose from new, old options for off campus housing

Ben Wiche • November 13, 2018

Every year, thousands of underclassmen go from the quiet certainty of dorm living to the raucous world of living off campus. With the sheer amount of apartments and condos available, it can often be hard...

MU Theatre snags laughs with satire ‘Fever/Dream’

Emma Harper • November 13, 2018

MU’s Theatre Department delivered five performances of Sheila Callaghan’s comedic, satirical play “Fever/Dream.” Directed by Lainie Vansant, fourth year theater Ph.D. student, the department lets...

Insider perspective of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Missouri

Allison Sawyer • November 13, 2018

“Littles” that are a part of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Missouri have the opportunity to grow and develop with the help and companionship of their “bigs,” such as how Rob helps his little,...

‘Super Drags’ tackles homophobia with humor, glam

Emma Bennett • November 13, 2018

_This review contains spoilers for the show “Super Drags.”_ Among the monthly wave of Netflix arrivals and departures came Netflix Original “Super Drags,” on Oct. 10. The Brazilian cartoon show,...

Decorating tips for broke college students

Emma Bennett • November 13, 2018

Moving into a new place, whether it be a dorm room or apartment, can be scary. What doesn’t help is bare walls and empty desks. Making the space you live in a little more homey by decorating can make...

Guide to exploring four Southeast Asian countries

Claudia Khaw • November 13, 2018

Following the craze and success of blockbuster movie “Crazy Rich Asians,” more people have been open to the idea of visiting Singapore, a multicultural and financial hub. I’m from Malaysia and I...

Transgender Empowerment and Awareness Week highlights the importance of transgender visibility and acceptance

Tanner Bubeck, Lina Simpkins • November 13, 2018

Transgender Empowerment and Awareness Week emphasized the importance of transgender visibility while informing individuals on how to treat transgender or gender non-conforming individuals with respect...

Show-Me Opera presents the worldwide debut of ‘A Certain Madness’

Janae McKenzie • November 13, 2018

MU’s Show-Me Opera program presented the original piece “A Certain Madness,” which made its worldwide debut on Nov. 9 in the Rhynsburger Theatre. The plot of the one-act opera is based in the classic...

Citizen Jane’s ‘Never Goin’ Back’ is deeply funny, touching ode to friendship

Joe Cross • November 12, 2018

_This article contains spoilers for “Never Goin’ Back.”_ Sometimes the funniest films aren’t the high-concept ones, but the ones that are laid-back and unafraid to be silly. “Never Goin’ Back”...

Imagine Dragons stuns once again with ‘Origins’

Emma Bennett • November 12, 2018

Pop-rock band Imagine Dragons released “Origins” on Nov. 9, after teasing the album with several singles. The album’s lead single, “Natural,” was released on July 17, and on Oct. 3 the name of...