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The Maneater

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The Maneater

The Student Newspaper of the University of Missouri

The Maneater

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,...

Bill lowers GPA requirement for unpaid MSA positions

Caitlyn Rosen November 7, 2017

A bill lowering the GPA requirement for unpaid Missouri Students Association Senate leadership positions was passed in full Senate on Oct. 25. Bill 57-09 amends the GPA requirement according to the standards...

Daymond John spoke to MU students, inspiring “future sharks” in Jesse Auditorium

Daymond John spoke to MU students, inspiring “future sharks” in Jesse Auditorium

Michael Wilmarth November 7, 2017

Daymond John, CEO of FUBU and television personality from the reality series “Shark Tank,” gave a speech to a nearly-full Jesse Auditorium Nov. 1 as part of Delta Gamma Sorority’s Lectureship series. Daymond...

Festival of South African Dance sheds light on South African struggles

Alexandra Sharp November 7, 2017

With the booming resonance of cultural stepping and singing, performers of the Festival of South African Dance took the stage in Jesse Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Nov. 2. With about 200 people in attendance,...

The Joan Crawford Effect reveals the life of a star who spent time in Columbia

Jane Mather-Glass November 7, 2017

Stephens College is offering the chance to find out more about a classic film star with its fall exhibit on Joan Crawford. The exhibit displays some of Crawford’s classic costumes and outfits as well...

From jokes to Greek life: a look at the rise of the Mizzou Dad shirt

Katie Harff November 5, 2017

No matter what you’re involved in, there is probably a shirt out there for your parents to buy so they can claim some credit for the person they created. In high school, many parents consider themselves...

MU faculty release third edition of guidebook expanding on interventions for school children

Tatyana Monnay November 4, 2017

MU faculty identify and explain interventions for K-12 students in their new guidebook, _Effective School Interventions: Evidence-Based Strategies for Improving Student Outcomes, Third Edition_. “It’s...