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ASA hosts “Def Poetry Jam” performer Bassey Ikpi

Jimmy Hibsch • March 2, 2011

Bassey Ikpi has been performing poetry for over 10 years with the “Def Poetry Jam.” Tuesday evening in Bengal Lair, she performed for the second to last time in her career as part of an event for...

Police investigate rape near Laws Hall

Kelsey Maffett • March 2, 2011

The MU Police Department is continuing the search for a suspect in a rape that occurred early Tuesday morning outside of Laws Residence Hall. “We’re using cameras and anything available to us to gather...

UPDATE: Police confirm suspect in Hy-Vee sexual assault

Sally French • March 2, 2011

Police are investigating three incidents that occurred Tuesday night, one of which was a sexual assault at the Hy-Vee on Conley Road. According to a Columbia Police Department news release, after the third...

Introducing your guide to 2011’s True/False Film Fest

Emily Willroth • March 1, 2011

The True/False Film Fest was a "Year of the Documentary" baby. Born in 2003 — a year known for catapulting nonfiction films onto the big screen — the documentary film festival began in just three venues:...

Students seek funds for sustainability ideas

Liz Stratman • March 1, 2011

Monday marked the deadline to apply for funding through the Student Sustainability Initiative Fund. Six students or groups applied for funds this semester. The fund is meant to provide financial backing...

True/False 2011 Guide: Previews

Emily Willroth, Pierce Courchaine • March 1, 2011

**'An African Election'** Director: Jarreth Merz 3 p.m. Friday, March 4 at Windsor Cinema 8 p.m. Saturday, March 5 at The Chapel 10:30 a.m. Sunday, March 6 at Big Ragtag "An African Election" drops viewers...

Gap between US rich and poor quadruples since 1979

Megan Hager • March 1, 2011

Income inequality is a growing trend in most advanced industrial nations, and the United States has the third largest gap between its rich and poor on average among the 30 nations studied in a recent report...

‘Fences’ takes on racial issues

Robert Langellier • March 1, 2011

August Wilson’s play “Fences” tells the story of Troy Maxson, a hard-hearted former Negro Leagues star who struggles with the responsibilities of being a husband and a father. The show, set in the...

Student Center offices fill as students adjust to space

Teddy Nykiel • March 1, 2011

The Department of Student Life has focused on finishing touches and hiring new staff in the months since the MU Student Center opened its final phase in January. Student and Auxiliary Services spokeswoman...

Pianist O’Riley brings Radiohead and Rachmaninoff to MU

Kari Paul • March 1, 2011

In his upcoming performance at Jesse Hall, Christopher O’Riley, renowned pianist and host of NPR’s “From the Top,” will weave together the worlds of classical and alternative music. O’Riley’s...

Man in the Ring showcases unique range of talent on new album

Nicole Krasavage • March 1, 2011

There is no one genre to define Man in the Ring. Its sound is a mix of violin melodies, jazz beats and reggae funk. The local band will celebrate the release of its new album _Live at the Blue Note_ this...

True/False adds locations to keep pace with demands

Tony Puricelli • March 1, 2011

Entering its eighth year, the True/False Film Fest has seen its reputation spread around the world. Demand for this weekend’s festival is so high that its volunteers have organized additional screenings...