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MU assistant professor reveals research on the mental health effects of breaking up and getting back together

MU assistant professor reveals research on the mental health effects of breaking up and getting back together

Regan Mertz September 4, 2018

Couples who break up and get back together repeatedly are at risk of negatively influencing their mental health, according to a study done by MU researchers. “Although breaking up and getting back together...

MU admin expresses concern over motorized Bird scooters

MU admin expresses concern over motorized Bird scooters

Tony Madden September 4, 2018

As students rolled back into Columbia for fall classes this month, so did a fleet of public-use motorized scooters. Bird, the California-based company that distributed the vehicles, has become a topic...

The Briefing: Betsy DeVos’ proposed changes to Title IX won’t change anything just yet, according to Title IX Office

Caitlyn Rosen September 4, 2018

Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos proposed changes to Title IX proceedings that would strengthen the rights of those accused of sexual assault and harassment, as well as reduce liability for universities...

Donations for Citations program offers students alternative for parking citations

Donations for Citations program offers students alternative for parking citations

Caitlyn Rosen September 4, 2018

MU joins the ranks of Texas A&M University and the University of Kentucky by offering students an alternative method for settling parking citations. Donations for Citations was enacted June 1, and it...

Ayllon aims to expand study abroad at MU during his time as director

Ayllon aims to expand study abroad at MU during his time as director

Jessica Belle Kramer September 4, 2018

Miguel Ayllon, PhD, who has served as interim director of study abroad in the International Center since Jan. 2018, began his appointment as director of study abroad on Sept. 1. Ayllon aims to help customize...

The Norm Ruebling Band adds 'funk and fun' to first home game

The Norm Ruebling Band adds ‘funk and fun’ to first home game

Allison Sawyer September 4, 2018

Mizzou Athletics hosted the Mizzou Football Concert Series presented by Say Insurance for the second year in a row. This event takes place before each home football game and is located alongside the pre-game...

Learn all you need about payment share apps

Learn all you need about payment share apps

Alex Wilson September 4, 2018

Cash sharing apps have become a hot topic over the last several years. Payment share apps such as Venmo and Zelle have become integrated into many banks such as Bank of America, Capital One and Citibank....

Lost in the Sauce and Sweet Tea Cosmetics to launch in Student Center next week

Lost in the Sauce and Sweet Tea Cosmetics to launch in Student Center next week

Laura Evans September 4, 2018

New student-run businesses will soon open in the MU Student Center in affiliation with the Missouri Student Unions Entrepreneurial Program. Lost in the Sauce and Sweet Tea Cosmetics will begin business...

Freshman Flicks - six movies to help new students settle in

Freshman Flicks – six movies to help new students settle in

Megan Altschul, Joe Cross September 3, 2018

As MU reaches the second week of classes, the majority of freshmen are still trying to comprehend their new life at college. Transitioning to college can be tricky, and when not swamped with homework or...

Music in 'Bloom': a review of Troye Sivan’s newest release

Music in ‘Bloom’: a review of Troye Sivan’s newest release

Emma Bennett September 3, 2018

Since his YouTube debut in 2012, Australian singer Troye Sivan has evolved into a figurehead for the LGBTQ community. Sivan grew first as a social influencer and then as an artist with the release of his...

Column: Small changes, big impacts: MU’s sustainability fee

Column: Small changes, big impacts: MU’s sustainability fee

Madalynn Owens September 3, 2018

Confused about the giant “student activity fees” section of your MU bill? You’re not alone. While looking at your bill, you’ll see charges such as the Jesse Auditorium fee, Student Unions fee and...

Fall headfirst into fall with this playlist

Fall headfirst into fall with this playlist

Joe Cross September 3, 2018

Football’s starting up, this year’s big awards contenders are beginning to arrive in theaters and it’s finally getting chillier outside (or at least a little less humid). Fall is practically here...