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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

New scholarship bridges gap for international students

Dani Kass September 30, 2011

While domestic MU students anxiously await their federal financial aid, international students are looking for ways to fund their college education in the United States. “Our office does not award any...

Bruer, Cartee announce candidacy

Molly Duffy September 28, 2011

Everett Bruer and Lexie Cartee announced their candidacy for Missouri Students Association president and vice president Tuesday. “A few things that we want to focus on are diversity, academics, sustainability...

Fencing Club lunges into new season

Sara Driscoll September 27, 2011

MU Fencing Club came out on top at a tournament Sept. 10 and 11 at Southeast Missouri State. MU’s Fencing Club President Katrina Zacharias said the club did well in each weapon’s division at the tournament. “A...

SuperHeavy: ‘SuperHeavy’ – 3.5 stars out of 5

Miles Dobis September 27, 2011

What makes for a good, memorable supergroup? Is it the musical prowess? The profile of the producer? The songwriting talent? While these are all important elements, what sets apart the best of the supergroup...

University Club hosts world-renowned chefs for Italy event

Michele Robotham-Smith September 27, 2011

The University Club and the American Culinary Federation will be introducing a little slice of Italy to Columbia in November with “Flavors of Florence: A Unique Culinary Experience.” The University...

‘Glee’ season opener–4.5 out of 5 stars

Alfie Cox September 27, 2011

A year has passed since the last season of Glee began, and this season started out with a refreshing and exciting season opener. The show opened with another ‘where are they now?’ segment: We found...

‘Business as usual’ for centennial Homecoming

‘Business as usual’ for centennial Homecoming

Ian Frazer September 27, 2011

Homecoming at any American university is a huge deal, and even more so for MU, which lays claim to inventing the tradition. The centennial of the event, however, is a whole different story. The sudden...

We Always Swing series brings Wynton Marsalis, other jazz legends to Columbia

Dani Kass September 27, 2011

Starting Tuesday and continuing over the next several months, the We Always Swing Jazz Series is bringing world famous acts to Columbia. Among these acts is the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra performing...

RHA, MSA developing new laundry payment options

RHA, MSA developing new laundry payment options

Alex Stewart September 27, 2011

The Residence Halls Association and the Missouri Students Association are working together to provide a laundry quota for students living on campus. Similar to MU’s printing quota, which allows each...

MBWI hosts week of events to build “successful sisterhood”

Nassim Benchaabane September 27, 2011

Mizzou Black Women’s Initiative began its Building our Successful Sisterhood week last night with a presentation on the principles of professionalism. Ramona Tumblin-Rucker, a petroleum engineer now...

Police Blotter

Dani Kass, Margaret Gallagher September 27, 2011

**1. Columbia police track suspected arsonist in Blue Acres fire** The Columbia Police Department is investigating an act of arson that occured early Thursday morning. The fire started around 4:40 a.m....

SUPB hosts Murder Mystery to benefit Central Missouri Food Bank

Alfie Cox September 27, 2011

MU provided students with an opportunity to enter the world of whodunit motives and absurdly dressed guests with a 1950s-inspired murder mystery event. The Student Union Programming Board hosted the event...