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Column: The complexities of Homelessness in Columbia

Column: The complexities of Homelessness in Columbia

Kate Alter, Opinion Writer April 28, 2025

Despite some misconceptions that substance use and mental health issues are the primary causes of homelessness in Columbia, other contributing factors that may be overlooked are a shortage of affordable...

Gateway Residence Hall is pictured on Saturday, March 8, 2025, on the University of Missouri’s campus in Columbia, Mo. The hall is named in honor of the university’s historic past as the first public university west of the Mississippi River.

Column: MU students living on campus during breaks need more resources

Xavier Asher, Opinion Reporter April 25, 2025

Many students at the University of Missouri await their next recess from classes. When the time comes, most undergraduates will take time to go on vacation, go back home or visit family elsewhere. However,...

Column: The harm of removing identity-based programs in public universities

Column: The harm of removing identity-based programs in public universities

Ash Merenbloom, Opinion Staffer April 20, 2025

Disclaimer: The opinions and statements expressed in this story are the reporter’s own and do not represent The Maneater as a publication. Since the 2025 presidential inauguration, the Trump administration...

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The practice of decision-making as a college student

Kriti Dhaduvai April 1, 2025

For college students who are stressed with making decisions, here are three helpful tips from my time at MU Is it worth it to drop a two-hour class you are interested in because it is simply...

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The Bard of Branding, how Shakespeare’s legacy inspires modern businesses

Hunter Romans February 18, 2025

“Liquor, Guns and Ammo.” The words, bold in a black sans serif on a canary yellow acrylic, glare from the wall inside Shakespeare’s Pizza. It’s a bold, irreverent choice, especially compared to...

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COLUMN: MU’s new chatbot Roary failed to live up to its promise

Chase Pray February 13, 2025

 Roary needs significant improvements for it to be a valuable AI assistant  On Jan. 22, University of Missouri students received a text message from Roary, the university’s new AI chatbot...

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COLUMN: We need to develop a healthy relationship with social media

Kriti Dhaduvai December 12, 2024

Social media can be overwhelming and draining; however, being aware of what you’re engaging with can help you understand how to use social media in a balanced way With the roller coaster...

COLUMN: First-time voters have grown up since 2020, politics should too

Alex Gribb November 7, 2024

Political tactics that originated from a Gen Z-fueled TikTok are now disengaging first-time voters Voters have consistently pleaded for civility between candidates during this election cycle,...

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Why identity-based resource centers matter on college campuses  

Audrey Novinger November 5, 2024

Resource centers provide necessary safe spaces and support for marginalized students at MU In June 2022, the Supreme Court of The United States overturned  Roe v. Wade, a landmark case guaranteeing...

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COLUMN: Extra housing needed after MU welcomes nearly 6,000 first-year students

Ash Merenbloom October 13, 2024

Accomodations were necessary to welcome MU’s largest first-year class, but there are other more long-term solutions to the problem. In the past, the University of Missouri had a 2018...

COLUMN: One in 6,000: First-Year Student Perspectives on MU’s Historic Enrollment

Sarah Beck October 9, 2024

MU's incoming class numbering more than 6,000 at the start of the 2024-2025 school year has caused plenty of issues for the new students. In front of Jesse Hall, two historic sights stare...

COLUMN: Introduction to Exercise and Fitness teaches lessons that last beyond the semester

Preston Smith April 14, 2024

As students are faced with the decision of what classes to take in the next semester, Introduction to Exercise and Fitness is a great class for those who are struggling to pick a science course. As...