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The Maneater

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The Maneater

Wright/Mahr balances own platform with student-driven one

Wright/Mahr balances own platform with student-driven one

Thom Carter October 2, 2012

For Tom Wright and Bo Mahr, the upcoming Missouri Students Association presidential election comes down to which candidates will be able to best represent MU students. Wright, the slate’s nominee for...

MU Campus Facilities works with GlenMartin on turbine

MU Campus Facilities works with GlenMartin on turbine

Hanna Jacunski October 2, 2012

Rising about 130 feet above the intersection, a new wind turbine constructed Monday will generate 20 kilowatts of electricity for campus facilities. The wind turbine was built on a hill on the corner...

MU professor receives lifetime achievement award

Alaina Lancaster October 2, 2012

Since his graduation in 1971, MU professor James Sowers has accumulated 30 years of researching success — all tucked into the pocket of his lab coat. Pointing to framed photos on the walls, James Sowers...

Mumford & Sons — ‘Babel’: 3.5 out of 5 stars

Josh Matejka October 2, 2012

“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” It’s an old and clichéd saying, but it rings true of Mumford & Sons’ attitude about its new release, _Babel_, the follow-up to the double-platinum _Sigh...

Improv Festival brings comedy to MU

Improv Festival brings comedy to MU

Jacob Scholl October 2, 2012

This Saturday, comedians from Missouri to Chicago gathered for the first-ever MU Improv Festival. The event, sponsored by the Department of Student Activities, featured seven comedy groups who performed...

Celebrate Ability Week showcases abilities of students with disabilities

Beatriz Costa-Lima October 2, 2012

With one hand on a wheel and the other on the ball, MU Wheelchair Basketball player Ben Mayforth demonstrated how to dribble in wheelchair basketball at the sport's open house Monday. After passing the...

Access to Alcohol Action Team works to promote responsible drinking

Access to Alcohol Action Team works to promote responsible drinking

Elissa Chudwin October 2, 2012

The Access to Alcohol Action Team is actively working with community members to increase student safety and decrease irresponsible alcohol use. Wellness Resource Center director Kim Dude represents higher...

MOVE’s guide to fall fashion

Claire Boston September 28, 2012

Columbia may not exactly be a fashion capital, but if you’re looking to add some trendy fall pieces to your wardrobe, downtown is just the place to do it. Charming boutiques line the streets just off...

MU geographer helps bring GIS to Missouri students

MU geographer helps bring GIS to Missouri students

Jack Witthaus September 28, 2012

K-12 students in Missouri now have access to free geographic information system software that allows users to overlay information onto maps. From homeschool programs to Boy Scouts to schools, almost any...

Q&A with Boys Like Girls

Q&A with Boys Like Girls

Stephanie Bray September 28, 2012

**[MOVE]:** What can fans expect from the new album? **[John Keefe]:** Some really exciting stuff on the record. All walks of life, all different types of songs. Some slower songs and some faster songs...

Rock Against Rape’ event concludes Rape Awareness Month

Rock Against Rape’ event concludes Rape Awareness Month

Sara Naatz September 28, 2012

The Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention Center concluded Rape Awareness Month on Thursday with its annual Rock Against Rape event in The Shack. The night featured musical performances and poetry...

Feedback: the kiss of death (for your ears)

Jackson Farley September 28, 2012

"Before you came into my life, I missed you so bad." If you don't live under a rock and you come out into public at least once a month, then you've heard those lyrics. You know that sickeningly catchy...