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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

Greek Week Steering Committee picks beneficiaries

Sarah Clancey March 1, 2011

The Greek Week Steering Committee has selected 14 local organizations to act as beneficiaries for this year’s Greek Week at their recent retreat, Greek Week Adviser Stacie Baker said in an e-mail. Last...

Winter weather fails to faze MU construction projects

Caitlin Swieca March 1, 2011

Despite harsh winter weather conditions in Columbia, all of MU’s construction projects are on pace to be ready for their original completion dates, Campus Facilities spokeswoman Karlan Seville said. There...

MU a cappella group prepares new sounds for CD

Megan Hager March 1, 2011

MU’s a cappella group, Add 9, which shows off vocal talents that sound more like the cast of “Glee” than a student organization, puts a spin on popular and old music, singing everything from Disney...

New UM System caucus takes aim at university issues

Jimmy Hibsch March 1, 2011

Legislators from affiliations across the political spectrum are banding together to form a UM System caucus in Jefferson City with the purpose of representing the university and its students. “It’s...

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

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

**'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

‘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

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

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...