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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

Columbia Water and Light Board hears from Grain Belt rep

Chris Beyer September 10, 2014

Columbia’s Water and Light Board is reviewing a proposal to create and maintain renewable wind energy in Missouri. Mark Lawlor, a representative for Clean Line Energy Partners, spoke with Columbia’s...

Grant created to offer locally-grown food at Missouri schools

Jennifer Prohov September 10, 2014

In an effort to bring locally-grown food into Missouri schools, the Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority has created a grant to offer local farmers. “We’re thrilled that...

Ordinance prohibits private campus shuttles from certain routes

Ordinance prohibits private campus shuttles from certain routes

Isabella Alves, Paige Lalain September 10, 2014

On the first day of the new school year, drivers of private campus shuttles — and the students who ride them — were caught by surprise when police began enforcing a new city ordinance that alters their...

Parking cost increases proposed for downtown Columbia

Ruth Serven September 10, 2014

Residents of Columbia might find themselves paying more for parking in the near future. The Columbia City Council is considering changes which would raise the cost of parking downtown. The proposal, included...

‘Sleeping with Hitler’ to debut at Life and Literature Performance Series

Emma Diltz September 9, 2014

“Sleeping with Hitler,” an original play by doctoral student Aaron Scully, will premiere at the 12th annual Life and Literature Performance Series. The series will feature four different acts and...

Dermatology department turns 50

Esther Seawell September 9, 2014

The School of Medicine’s Dermatology Department celebrated its 50th anniversary with a brunch and evening gala event Saturday. Former and current dermatology faculty and former students in the program...

Marty Steffens receives Distinguished Alumni Award from Indiana University

Stevie Myers September 9, 2014

MU business and financial journalism professor Marty Steffens will receive the Distinguished Alumni Award from Indiana University this Saturday. Steffens, who earned her bachelor's degree from Indiana...

MizzouRec rock wall’s fate uncertain

MizzouRec rock wall’s fate uncertain

Clarissa Buch September 9, 2014

The fate of the rock wall in the MU Student Recreation Complex is uncertain. Speculations continue that Scroggs Peak, a 35.5-foot climbing tower, and Brewer Butte, a 180-square-foot bouldering wall, may...

MU researchers discover link between TIM-1 protein, HIV infectivity

Grace Rogers September 9, 2014

In a recent study, MU researchers found a link between a T-cell membrane protein and HIV infectivity. Shan-Lu Liu, associate professor of molecular microbiology and immunology and an investigator with...

NCTQ to take UM System to Missouri Supreme Court

Isabella Alves September 9, 2014

The National Council on Teacher Quality is filing litigation with the Missouri Supreme Court against the UM System to gain access to course syllabi. Arthur McKee, NCTQ managing director of preparation...

Letter from the (MacK)editor: Fall into sweater weather

MacKenzie Reagan September 9, 2014

Hey, MOVErs! Summer has (almost) come and passed, y’all. I don’t know about you, but I _love_ the start of fall and everything it brings: sweater weather, college football, changing leaves, apple...

MU hosts open dialogue on Ferguson and social issues

MU hosts open dialogue on Ferguson and social issues

Patrick McKenna September 9, 2014

Students, faculty and concerned community members came together Tuesday evening for an open forum on Ferguson to discuss the current situation in Ferguson since the shooting of Michael Brown. “Forum...