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Medical foundation donates $2 million to MU orthopaedic surgeon for future studies, research

Stephi Smith • November 14, 2017

The School of Medicine announced that Dr. James Stannard, chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at MU, received a $2 million donation from the Wyss Medical Foundation for expanding his work...

Sinclair School of Nursing Dean Judith Miller to retire in December

Allison Cho • November 13, 2017

Judith Miller will retire as dean of the MU Sinclair School of Nursing on December 31. “I’m going to miss the people; I’m grieving about that already,” Miller said. “I’m going to miss relationships...

MOVE narrows down the search for apartments near campus

Sarah Haselhorst • November 12, 2017

Searching for convenient, off-campus housing can be tedious and time consuming, which are the last words a student wants to hear during a jampacked semester. Apartments go fast because of the amount of...

Missouri Court of Appeals visits law school, hears three cases

Stephi Smith • November 12, 2017

The Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, convened Wednesday on campus at Hulston Hall. The panel consisted of four judges, Chief Judge Mark Pfeiffer, Judge James Welsh, Judge Gary Witt and Judge...

Taylor Swift’s ‘reputation’: a track-by-track analysis

Ashley Dorf • November 11, 2017

Is the old Taylor really dead? Taylor Swift’s highly anticipated sixth album, _reputation_, hits hard. Below is a breakdown of the sounds and lyrics from each track of _reputation_, Swift’s new, daring,...

New ROTC scholarship to benefit incoming students beginning fall 2018

Morgan Smith • November 10, 2017

MU Chancellor Alexander Cartwright and Lt. Col. Gary Kerr, professor of military science and leadership and department head for the University Army ROTC, announced a new scholarship program Thursday. The...

Consider the pros and cons before signing a lease with friends

Brooke Knappenberger • November 9, 2017

After an entire year of sharing a tiny dorm room, students finally have the freedom to live anywhere and with anyone they want. It seems like the perfect opportunity to rent an apartment downtown or a...

The first semester evolves college style

Paige Williams • November 9, 2017

In college, no one will judge you for showing up to class in your sweats, or even your pajamas. Walking across campus, you are bound to see an endless number of people in sweatshirts, yoga pants, joggers...

Bioengineering capstone course implements theater techniques

Stephi Smith • November 8, 2017

The College of Engineering and theatre department have partnered to construct a capstone course for bioengineering students. The class introduces traditional theater techniques to students in a bioengineering...

MU doctoral student investigates how understanding terrorist propaganda can aid fight against terrorism

Tatyana Monnay • November 8, 2017

A doctoral student in the Missouri School of Journalism found that the Islamic State’s propaganda magazine is used as a form of strategic communication. Douglas Wilbur, a retired U.S. Army major, based...

Recent awards recognize MU’s sustainability and green energy efforts

Galen Bacharier • November 8, 2017

MU was recently recognized for its work with renewable energy with the Green Power Leadership Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. It’s the latest recognition of the university’s effort...

MU introduces ResLife initiative with reduced housing and dining costs

Galen Bacharier, Carson Howes • November 7, 2017

MU announced a new initiative on Friday that will reduce rates for on-campus housing and expand dining plans for students starting in fall 2018. Chancellor Alexander Cartwright, Vice Chancellor Gary Ward,...