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The Student Newspaper of the University of Missouri

The Maneater

The Student Newspaper of the University of Missouri

The Maneater

The Tau Beta Pi statue outside of the University of Missouri College of Engineering on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in Columbia, Mo. The Tau Beta Pi chapter was founded in 1902 and is the second oldest in the nation.

COLUMN: Pay-to-play or prestige? What honor societies offer MU grads

Hunter Romans June 6, 2025

How much weight does membership in seemingly prestigious honor societies really carry in today’s job search for university graduates? Every semester, students across campus receive invitations from groups...

Naka Hall, part of the Engineering School at the University of Missouri, pictured on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, in Columbia, Mo. Naka hall is formally titled F. Robert and Patricia Naka Hall.

COLUMN: Exploring the experiences of minorities in MU’s computer science program

Xavier Asher June 5, 2025

Becoming a computer scientist is no small feat. Many people enrolled in the University of Missouri’s computer science program struggle with their courses in one way or another, but certain students,...

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...

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...

Johnston Hall stands in front of a clear sky.

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...