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MU professor’s book looks into the role of place in indigenous activism

Anne Clinkenbeard • November 26, 2017

Soren Larson, an associate professor of geography in the MU College of Arts and Science, published a book with the University of Minnesota Press that concentrates on the struggles of native peoples in...

New incentive program for faculty adoption, adaptation or creation of affordable and open educational resources announced by UM System

Lauren Bishop • November 20, 2017

The UM System recently launched an incentive program for faculty that adopt, adapt or create affordable and open educational resources for their classrooms. A&OERs are teaching materials that are in the...

$3 million scanner and isolation unit opens at MU veterinary hospital

Stephi Smith, Morgan Smith • November 19, 2017

The College of Veterinary Medicine held the grand opening of a new imaging center featuring a positron emission tomography scanner and a computed tomography scanner, as well as a radiation isolation unit...

Cartwright delivers first 100 days address, announces two new scholarships

Stephi Smith • November 19, 2017

At Chancellor Alexander Cartwright’s “University for Missouri: A Commitment to Student Success” address at the Reynolds Alumni Center on Wednesday to mark his first 100 days as chancellor, he announced...

MU College of Arts and Science offers new online economics degree

Tatyana Monnay • November 16, 2017

The MU College of Arts and Science’s economics department is introducing a new online master’s degree program for students in economics. “Our program gives students a big-picture understanding of...

‘Two Years Later…’ reflects on fall 2015 protests, encourages communication for race-related issues

Stephi Smith • November 15, 2017

The black studies department hosted “Two Years Later...” an event held to reflect on the race-related protests that occurred in fall 2015, on Monday. The event was held in Jesse Wrench Auditorium in...

MOVE investigates: Thanksgiving traditions throughout history

Jessie Yates • November 14, 2017

Thanksgiving is a time for food and family. The holiday reaches back into time, exemplifying the unity of America. Most believe the first Thanksgiving was shared between the Pilgrims and Native Americans,...

Make a simple Thanksgiving dinner in your dorm or apartment this holiday season

Siena DeBolt • November 14, 2017

If you only have a dorm room or a small kitchenette available to you this Thanksgiving break, these microwaveable and easy oven recipes will allow you to celebrate Thanksgiving without the stress and time...

Ashe talks debut album, performs new songs in Columbia

Jane Mather-Glass • November 14, 2017

Ashe radiates light from the moment she steps barefoot onstage. The Berklee College of Music graduate and California native has been touring alongside bands like Whethan, Louis the Child and Lauv. Her...

MU Improv sparks smiles through passion for laughter

Alexandra Sharp • November 14, 2017

No script, no backstory, nothing but a single word. The possibilities are endless for MU Improv, a long-form improvisational comedy group. With weekly performances every Tuesday at 9 p.m. in The Shack,...

Art Beat: Photographer TJ Ronin aims to capture personal identity through his work

Fiona Murphy • November 14, 2017

TJ Ronin is a visionary. Through photography, he challenges the norms of the world in which he lives. Ronin’s work will be displayed for the first time Nov. 29 at the Gaines/Oldham Black Culture Center....

MU program strives to help improve communication for those with aphasia

Lauren Clerc • November 14, 2017

Earlier this semester, the MU School of Health Professions founded the Language Enhancement for Adults Program, a clinical program that focuses on patients diagnosed with aphasia. Aphasia is an acquired...