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The Maneater

The Student Newspaper of the University of Missouri

The Maneater

The Student Newspaper of the University of Missouri

The Maneater

MU professors’ startup creates product that whitens teeth with a smartphone

Morgan Smith November 4, 2017

Nanova Biomaterials Inc., a dental and orthopedics manufacturing startup company founded by two MU professors and colleagues, has created a new product that whitens teeth with the use of a smartphone. The...

Provost Stokes appointed president of University of New Mexico

Stephi Smith November 3, 2017

Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Garnett Stokes has accepted the position of president at the University of New Mexico and will begin March 1, 2018, Chancellor Alexander Cartwright said in an email...

Social work professors receive grant to research local youth development

Galen Bacharier November 2, 2017

Two researchers from the MU School of Social Work recently received a $350,000 grant as a part of the Interdisciplinary Research Leaders program from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The foundation’s...

Niall Horan’s folk-oriented sound shines in solo debut

Ashley Dorf November 1, 2017

2017 has been a year of big musical releases, and former One Direction member Niall Horan added a solid solo debut to the mix. Horan released his highly anticipated debut album _Flicker_ on Oct. 20. Other...

Destroyer channels simplicity in subtly dismal “ken”

Laura Miserez November 1, 2017

The simple piano intro and rhythmic ticks that introduce Destroyer’s new release, _ken_, serve to bring in what could be a new sound for the act. Destroyer, the brainchild of musician Dan Bejar, is known...

‘Sami Blood’ Film Review: an honest coming-of-age story that resonates with all

Mawa Iqbal November 1, 2017

Every preteen, teenager or young adult must endure a timeless struggle in order to pass their coming-of-age rite. The search for one’s identity has been highlighted in classic teen films such as “The...

“The Light of the Moon” Film Review: a stark portrayal of a woman’s post-sexual assault life

Mawa Iqbal November 1, 2017

With TV shows like “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” “13 Reasons Why” and “Pretty Little Liars” bringing rape and sexual assault to the forefront of the media, it’s becoming easier to...

Try these makeup looks for a last-minute Halloween costume

Brooke Knappenberger November 1, 2017

With midterms and tons of assignments, it’s easy for college students to forget about Halloween. Pinterest may be full of original ideas, but come Halloween night, some people may still be left without...

Model UN team plans to use increased funding opportunities for excellence

Alexandra Sharp October 31, 2017

From terrorism plots to economic sanctions to refugee camps, members of Model United Nations work to resolve international crises with students from around the world. Preparing all year for competition,...

‘LIYANA’ receives high praise at Citizen Jane Film Festival

Alexandra Sharp October 31, 2017

Storytelling is an art form. Some seek it out, practicing and refining their skills to perfection. Others, the lucky few, are born with the gift. While _LIYANA_ was directed and produced by Aaron and Amanda...

Phosphors provides a unique setting for digital art at Citizen Jane Film Festival

Jane Mather-Glass October 31, 2017

The cold late-October weather didn’t stop the Citizen Jane Film Festival from breaking from the norms of film showcases. Phosphors, a digital art installation held outside in the North Village Arts District...

Citizen Jane discusses different backgrounds through short film program “Intersection”

Siena DeBolt October 31, 2017

The Citizen Jane Film Festival featured a short film program titled _Intersection_ on Saturday at the Macklanburg Playhouse. The program showed six short films addressing racial and sexual divides, stereotypes...