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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

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...

Think outside the Boom box: Benjamin Booker channels early rock influences on debut

Patrick McKenna • September 9, 2014

Benjamin Booker is launching a new landscape for modern rock music. The only issue with this “new” and refreshing sound is it’s not new at all. It’s the old sound he’s worshipped his whole life:...

AAA focuses on inclusivity at UnificAsian

Hope Watson • September 8, 2014

The Asian American Association hosted their annual UnificAsian: The Four Elements event Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Stotler Lounge in Memorial Union to welcome new students interested in Asian Pacific...

LGBTQ members, allies attend Queer Fall Fling

Wendy Hayworth • September 8, 2014

The LGBTQ Research Center and surrounding hallways overflowed with students, laughter and acceptance Sept. 3 during the Queer Fall Fling. The purpose of the fling was to bring together members and allies...

Festival encourages sustainable agriculture

Lily Oppenheimer • September 8, 2014

Tigers for Community Agriculture is a vegetable growing program available for students interested in sustainable agriculture. On Sept. 4, TCA hosted a salsa festival on Lowry Mall to share their fresh...

Title IX training underway

Covey Eonyak Son, Isabella Alves • September 4, 2014

Faculty Council kicked off the fall semester by discussing changes to Title IX procedures and employee benefits during its first open session on Thursday. ####Title IX changes Interim Title IX Coordinator...

Wolfe, Loftin overhaul Title IX, sexual assault policies

Clarissa Buch • September 3, 2014

Changes to the ways in which MU and the UM System handle Title IX and sexual assault cases are underway in wake of [new allegations of Title IX violations at MU](https://www.themaneater.com/stories/2014/8/21/espn-report-mu-violated-title-ix/). In...

Money granted to Missouri clinic as part of Affordable Care Act

Paige Lalain • September 3, 2014

As a recent extension of the Affordable Care Act, the Obama administration granted approximately $1.5 million to the Health Resources and Services Administration to be distributed to seven Missouri health...

College of Business launches new risk management program

Anna Sutterer • September 3, 2014

The College of Business has launched the new Risk Management and Insurance Program after two years of fundraising and preparation. Frederick Travis, a recent hire to the college, will head the program...