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CoMo for Progress holds demonstration defending DACA

Mawa Iqbal • September 12, 2017

CoMo for Progress held a demonstration outside the Boone County Courthouse on Sept. 10 opposing President Donald Trump’s decision to rescind Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy last Tuesday. The...

MU researchers develop framework for assisting domestic violence victims in disasters

Sarah Peterson • September 12, 2017

Researchers from the MU Disaster and Community Crisis Center have developed a framework to help victims of domestic violence in disaster settings. “Disasters are so huge; they’re so overwhelming,”...

The Thompson Center hosts grand opening for new research facility

Lauren Bishop • September 12, 2017

The Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders hosted a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Thompson Center Research and Training Facility on Friday. In 2016, former...

“It Happened” uncovers the impact of sexual violence from artists’ perspectives

Sarah Haselhorst • September 12, 2017

Initially, the George Caleb Bingham Gallery seems to be a quintessential gallery; crisp white walls, shiny wooden floors and a glow that strategically illuminates each piece of artwork. However, the current...

1 in 30,000: A boy who found God through mission trips

Mawa Iqbal • September 11, 2017

There were about 30 people packed in that conference room. After a long day of tearing down and putting up drywall for houses that fell victim to Hurricane Katrina, members of the Tri-Lakes Christian Church...

MOVE takes a peek into the Tiger’s Lair

Ashley Jones • September 11, 2017

Gators, Bears and Razorbacks beware before you enter into the Tiger’s Lair. The University of Missouri’s fan section is one of the most exciting parts of Memorial Stadium. Newcomers to Faurot Field...

MU associate professor Catherine Rymph’s new book about the history of American foster care to come out in October

Morgan Smith • September 11, 2017

Associate history professor Catherine Rymph’s new book, “Raising Government Children: A History of Foster Care and the American Welfare State,” details the history of the 20th century foster care...

Some MU students could be affected by the end of DACA

Tatyana Monnay • September 10, 2017

The future of over 30 UM System students has become uncertain. On Tuesday, the Trump administration announced the end of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, or DACA. If Congress does...

During 50th anniversary celebration, food science program reflects on past and looks to future

Galen Bacharier • September 10, 2017

It began as a patchwork project of sorts — faculty pulled from various programs, scattered throughout several buildings. Now, the food science program boasts dozens of faculty, hundreds of students and...

Review: Taylor Swift returns with fiery new single

Ashley Dorf • September 9, 2017

Here lies Taylor Swift, in her grave, away from the public eye that killed her off. Her victim playing is over. Her career is just … dead. At least that’s what she _wants_ you to think. Swift’s...

Chancellor Cartwright articulates vision for MU at welcome ceremony

Sarah Peterson • September 8, 2017

MU welcomed new Chancellor Alexander Cartwright at a ceremony Wednesday. The event, which took place in the Reynolds Alumni Center, allowed students, faculty, staff and members of the community to meet...

New program focusing on addressing racial issues through American culture to start in spring

Mawa Iqbal • September 8, 2017

Faculty from the department of black studies, the Kinder Institute and the Division of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity are joining forces to start “Race and the American Story,” a one-credit hour course...