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Fraternal system’s lack of diversity creates a discriminatory environment

Elena Cruz • May 15, 2017

When MU student Blake Frazier, whose name has been changed for privacy reasons, heard a fraternity brother say the N-word four consecutive times, he was faced with a difficult decision: stay quiet or react....

‘#ThisIsAmerica’: Fashion for diversity

Madi Skahill • May 7, 2017

The energy was at a steady hum inside the doors of Muse Clothing on Ninth Street, as a mix of people filed through the doors on Friday, April 28. Spectators crowded around the sales floor in the dim lighting...

Josh Brener talks with college newspapers about “Silicon Valley”

Katherine Stevenson • May 7, 2017

His current role is as tech nerd Nelson “Big Head” Bighetti on HBO’s _Silicon Valley_, but Josh Brener has played many different people since becoming an actor in sixth grade. He’s guest-starred...

Zach Sullentrup’s ‘Debt Sounds’ showcases his talent as an upcoming artist

Michelle Lumpkins • May 7, 2017

Alumnus Zach Sullentrup will release his new album _Debt Sounds_ on May 26. The album is featured on his new label Flaming Garbage Records. _Debt Sounds_ is a poetic masterpiece. The album features songs...

Stay organized with MOVE’s three tips

May 7, 2017

Organization. For some, it’s necessary to life. For others, it’s a fantasy: a Pinterest board of ideas for color-coded folders and highlighters that have never been tried. Being organized is just...

Mangosteen enters the local music scene with the release of ‘Planets’

Gracie Sands • May 6, 2017

Local band Mangosteen released its first full-length album titled _Planets_ on April 28, debuting the record later that night at Rose Music Hall. The band is no stranger to the venue, having taken the...

The Met Gala should return to its artistic roots

Bizzy Emerson • May 6, 2017

The Met Gala is my Super Bowl. Formally referred to as the Costume Institute Gala, the event celebrates the opening of the Met’s annual fashion exhibition. I’ve been obsessed for as long as I can...

Take Back the Night raises money, support for sexual assault survivors

Claire Colby • May 4, 2017

About 100 students and community members gathered at Traditions Plaza on Thursday night for Take Back the Night in support of survivors of sexual assault, abuse and violence. The group marched a lap around...

G#’s Musical Radar: Top five concerts of the school year

Grant Sharples • May 3, 2017

There’s no doubt about it — many amazing artists came to Columbia this school year. Smaller bands and more well-known acts alike treated audiences to wonderful shows and distinctive sounds. St. Lucia...

The loudspeaker: How Mark McDaniel put his voice to good use in MSA

George Roberson • May 3, 2017

Mark McDaniel is loud. His conversations carry through hallways in the Student Center. He gets excited about politics in Facebook Live videos. He shouts over those who interrupt in Missouri Students Association...

Top 5 quotes of the year: Racism, solidarity, empowerment

Anna Sirianni • May 3, 2017

**“I’ve got a stubborn streak in me, and when I looked at the data I said, ‘That’s not enough data for me.’ I still believe that, and I think we need to look into it more.”** A Columbia Police...

Top 5 words to summarize this school year

Sam Nelson • May 3, 2017

The university’s financial and enrollment woes continued, students protested for a number of social issues, a Tiger won an Olympic medal and students contracted a childhood illness. Here are the top...