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The Maneater

The Student Newspaper of the University of Missouri

The Maneater

I watched ‘Framing Britney Spears’ and it gave me a rude awakening

February 21, 2021

By Dominique Hodge The most recent episode of “The New York Times Presents,'' titled “Framing Britney Spears” highlights the concerns of the #FreeBritney movement and what led to the star’s controversial...

Mock trial team takes second at Regionals

February 21, 2021

The Mizzou Mock Trial Association took second place at the Regional Tournament Feb. 7. Mack Newton, vice president of the team and co-captain of the Gold Team, led his team to a top-three finish, securing...

Return to larger ensemble sizes brings harmony back to MU women’s Concert Chorale

Shannon Worley February 19, 2021

Due to the decrease in COVID-19 cases and new research that reveals how the virus is spread through singing, choirs at MU are expanding their ensembles to hold up to 28 members for the 2021 spring 2021...

Memorial Union sprinkler pipe bursts due to cold weather

February 19, 2021

By Emmet Jamieson A pipe connected to Memorial Union’s sprinkler system burst because of cold temperatures Thursday, filling the lower level of Bengal Lair with several inches of water. The pipe, located...

The concert experience: how we form connections through live music

Mia Rugai February 18, 2021

Human connection can be found through spending quality time with loved ones, forming meaningful relationships with others, and for some, listening to music. Since these connections are lacking for some...

David Tyson Smith becomes Democratic nominee for HD 45 special election

February 18, 2021

By Emmet Jamieson The Boone County Democratic Party nominated Columbia attorney David Tyson Smith on Jan. 20 to run in the April 6 special election for former state Rep. Kip Kendrick’s seat. Tyson,...

Mizzou New Play Series brings stage to screen through virtual performances

Elizabeth Derner February 18, 2021

Zoom rectangles replaced the stage at MU’s Studio 4 for actors in this year’s Mizzou New Play Series. Before the pandemic, actors performed student-written plays in front of a live audience for a...

MU students celebrate socially-distanced Super Bowl

February 17, 2021

This year’s Super Bowl was, like many other events, different than usual. While MU students prepared to celebrate and watch as the Kansas City Chiefs played in the Super Bowl again, MU told students...

COVID-19 policies affect atmosphere at MU basketball games

February 16, 2021

Games are different this year for Missouri basketball fans. Mizzou Athletics has added new procedures at games in order to keep attendees safe from the spread of COVID-19. Brinn Trousdale, event staff...

MU Photo Club hosts virtual lecture series with practicing photographers

Ryan Wilson February 16, 2021

MU’s Photo Club is not letting the COVID-19 pandemic stop them this spring semester. Since January 20th, Photo Club has been hosting their Zoom Artist Lecture Series. The series is open to the public...

Biden administration promises extensive action on climate change, effects on Columbia uncertain

February 15, 2021

By Teagan King Less than a month into his presidency, President Joe Biden has already begun acting on his promises to address climate change. Some local environmentalist groups say the federal effort...

This Valentine’s Day playlist shows why R&B is the true love language

Dominique Hodge February 15, 2021

By Dominique Hodge R&B is a genre where love and romance play a part in nearly every song. The combination of rhythm and blues is a recipe for soul-touching and groundbreaking hits. With Valentine’s...