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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

MU to host Conference on Black Student Government

Kelly Olejnik February 22, 2011

MU will host the 34th annual Big XII Conference on Black Student Government on Thursday through Sunday. The conference consists of workshops, a career fair, social entertainment events and speaker events. The...

MSA committee pushes for regular review of education requirements

Amanda Capua February 22, 2011

The Missouri Students Association Academic Affairs Committee created a resolution last week asking Faculty Council to reassess the general education requirements every eight years. "With new generations...

On Campus, Around the Nation (2/22/2011)

Lauren Bale February 22, 2011

**Study abroad suffers cuts, continues providing opportunities** LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY — Various academic programs have had to make sacrifices in order to preserve their quality of education with...

Burton requests city-funded attorneys for CPD officers

Kelsey Maffett February 22, 2011

Columbia Police Department Chief Ken Burton is requesting the city provide legal representation for police officers under review by the Citizens Police Review Board. At the board's Feb. 9 meeting, Burton...

Black Man's Think Tank asks 'Are you an activist or slacktivist?'

Black Man’s Think Tank asks ‘Are you an activist or slacktivist?’

Madeline O’Leary February 22, 2011

Growing complacency and a lack of activism within the student body were two of many issues addressed Monday at Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.’s discussion forum in response to the racist graffiti incident...

Tommy and the High Pilots have little time for play

Megan Suddarth February 22, 2011

Although downtime is rare for Tommy and the High Pilots, the members take time to relish in the small things. “I’m just standing here watching my boys play pool,” lead singer Tommy Cantillon said....

Council discusses new apartment complex, honors officers

Council discusses new apartment complex, honors officers

Nichole Ballard February 22, 2011

Columbia City Council approved the site for new student housing, in addition to recognizing local officers for outstanding service Monday night. Council members discussed a new apartment complex, The...

Fundraisers take a plunge to support Special Olympics

Lauren Bale February 22, 2011

For those seeking an adrenaline rush in the form of hypothermia, or for those who simply can’t wait for the balmy days of summer to go for an outdoor swim, look no further than the fourth annual Polar...

MU Libraries emphasize digital archives

Caitlin Swieca February 22, 2011

MU Libraries have placed an increased emphasis on acquiring digital resources, following a nationwide trend of utilizing the Internet as a key research tool. To discuss the implications of the digitization...

Honky tonk star Stacie Collins lives the dream

Megan Suddarth February 22, 2011

The Stacie Collins Band livens up the classic rock and country combination. “Our music is like Little Walter meets Joan Jett and Tammy Wynett, in a nutshell,” Collins said. “I really got excited...

'Vagina Monologues' cast performs to 1,700

‘Vagina Monologues’ cast performs to 1,700

Jimmy Hibsch February 22, 2011

Women and men alike gathered Saturday in Jesse Auditorium to pay tribute to the one thing they all love: vaginas. Sponsored by Stronger Together Against Relationship and Sexual Violence and advised by...

Boone County expects to spend $1.7 million on snow removal

Boone County expects to spend $1.7 million on snow removal

Abigail Geiger February 22, 2011

Due to record and unexpected snowfall in early February, Boone County is tabulating clean up costs in order to start the process of receiving potential federal assistance. In order to receive federal aid,...