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Poll shows contrast between voter opinion, legislative action

Kari Paul • April 26, 2011

A poll released by ABC News and the Washington Post showed a stark contrast between what a majority of constituents polled supported and what legislators have voted on and proposed in recent months. The...

Greek Week focuses on ‘Pillars for Purpose’

Sarah Clancey • April 22, 2011

The 2011 Greek Week festivities conclude Monday night when the winners of the Greek Life competition will be announced. The preliminary rounds of Fling, the annual skit competition were held Monday, Tuesday...

Spring brings new set of outdoor events

Dani Kass • April 22, 2011

With spring in the air, groups across MU are trying to make the campus a little greener. With events such as the MU Farmer’s Market in Lowry Mall, free flowers at Tiger Garden and Pot a Plant Day at...

LBC elections close Saturday

Kelly Olejnik • April 22, 2011

The Legion of Black Collegians will elect three new executive board members for the 2011-2012 academic year Saturday. Current Political Chairwoman Whitney Williams, Activities Chairwoman Kristen Andrews...

Students’ international efforts recognized

Kate Grumke • April 22, 2011

The MU Council on International Initiatives presented the International Engagement Awards in the Reynolds Journalism Institute on Thursday afternoon. The award commemorates the work faculty, staff and...

LGBTQ Resource Center coordinator leaving MU

Marie Mandelberg • April 22, 2011

After three years serving as the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Resource Center coordinator, Ryan Black is leaving MU on April 29 and moving to Portland, Ore. Black served as LGBTQ Resource...

CPD: No dynamic entries conducted so far this year

Tony Puricelli • April 22, 2011

Since changing its policy last year, the Columbia Police Department has not conducted any dynamic entries so far in 2011. Some policies regarding search warrants changed after the Feb. 11 raid of drug...

Proposed legislation would limit tuition hikes

Allison Prang • April 22, 2011

Rep. Jason Holsman, D-Kansas City, proposed a Missouri House bill that would prohibit public higher education institutions from charging students a tuition rate that would exceed the amount charged when...

Sinking ship saves ‘Titanic’

Kate Everson • April 22, 2011

Would it make me a bad person if I said the only reason I watch "Titanic" is for the sinking ship? Maybe it’s one of those things that really tells you about someone’s personality. There are those...

On Campus, Around the Nation (4/22/2011)

Lauren Bale • April 22, 2011

**Highlighting issues in African art** VASSAR COLLEGE — In an attempt to shed more light on African art, Vassar's Art Department is hosting a lecture titled "The Iconoclastic Impulse: Between Destruction...

‘The Conspirator’ misleads, disappoints

Chase Koeneke • April 22, 2011

I have good news and bad news. First, the good: “The Conspirator” is the best movie with both a Lincoln and a lawyer out right now and by going to “The Conspirator,” you are not lining the pants...

MSA commits $25,000 to live tigers

Kelly Olejnik • April 22, 2011

The Missouri Students Association passed a bill Wednesday committing the organization to a five-year $25,000 contract with the Saint Louis Zoo and the Dickerson Park Zoo to sponsor their tiger exhibits. The...