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Residential Life planning to tackle laundry issues

Esther Seawell December 3, 2014

Residential Halls Association and the Department of Residential Life are working together to prioritize better educating students on how to use the 20 laundry facilities on campus, RHA President Steven...

‘Tobacco 21’ proposal ignites debate over freedoms

Ruth Serven December 3, 2014

After two Columbia commissions endorsed raising the legal age to purchase tobacco to 21, they may encounter a fight over personal freedoms. First Ward Councilwoman Ginny Chadwick announced the initiative...

Students implore administration be proactive, not reactive

Crystal Duan December 2, 2014

People hesitated to speak even after associate professor and event moderator Earnest Perry left the microphone open during a “Ferguson Listening Session” on Monday evening in Jesse Wrench Auditorium. The...

Loftin vows to continue racial discussions amid criticism

Covey Eonyak Son December 2, 2014

Chancellor R. Bowen Loftin hosted a [“Ferguson Listening Session"](https://www.themaneater.com/stories/2014/12/2/students-implore-administration-take-proactive-act/) on Monday to hear from MU community...

MUPD investigating Yik Yak threat

Hailey Stolze December 2, 2014

MUPD has been in contact with the Gaines/Oldham Black Culture Center regarding a threat posted Tuesday on the social media app Yik Yak. The post read: “Let’s burn down the black culture center & give...

Senior and Rhodes finalist Fares Akremi sets sights on immigration law

Senior and Rhodes finalist Fares Akremi sets sights on immigration law

Marilyn Haigh December 2, 2014

Fares Akremi has wanted to be a lawyer since he was five. Now, as a senior entering his final semester at MU, his campus leadership is helping him reach that goal. Last month, Akremi was selected as one...

Trends with benefits: Swift’s got style

Angie Andera December 2, 2014

Taylor Swift seems like the kind of girl who spent hours planning her outfit the night before the first day of school. And I love her for it. Her perfectly planned ensembles are works of art that belong...

Student leaders work with CDS to offer nutrition info, vegan dining

Rachel Pierret December 2, 2014

The Missouri Students Association and the Residence Halls Association are working with Campus Dining Services to make three major improvements to the campus dining halls. The first change was a reaction...

Pop Culture Shock: The halo effect

McKenna Bulkley December 2, 2014

Guys, I have a confession to make. I’m obsessed with Victoria’s Secret Angels. It’s a pretty big confession for me, considering my huge stance on body positivity and loving yourself and all that....

Interfraternity Council elects 2015 executive board

Rachel Pierret December 2, 2014

The MU Interfraternity Council held elections Nov. 9 for the seven positions on their 2015 executive board. **President – Jason Blincow** Junior Jason Blincow is a business major with emphases in finance...

Local businesses get festive

Leah Thomas December 2, 2014

Soon after loosening our belts and stuffing our faces with Thanksgiving treats, Christmas will be quickly approaching. Whether you celebrate the holiday or simply enjoy the festivities, there’s plenty...

Magic Tree: a CoMo tradition

Elana Williams December 2, 2014

Magic Tree is the perfect example of holiday spirit: It brings CoMo together, it’s an amazing photo (selfie?) opportunity, and there’s a rumor that it helps out during finals week. But you see, dear...