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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

Viewing American journalism as a privilege

Loretta Lee April 28, 2015

Ever since I chose to follow my passion for journalism, I have heard people question me constantly. They’ve told me how journalism is dying in this era, even though everybody can be a citizen journalist...

It takes everyone to make MU more safe

Jalen Mosby April 28, 2015

It seems like every day you hear about the MU Police Department investigating a new sexual assault case or asking for help identifying a suspect. Email alerts weren’t coming as frequently, up until recently...

Loretta Lynch’s nomination a backdrop for a more serious issue

Lily Cusack April 22, 2015

The Senate is once again in political disarray. On April 17, President Barack Obama ridiculed the Senate for postponing the nomination of Loretta Lynch to be the next attorney general. It has been nearly...

University must hold student safety to a higher standard

Jalen Mosby April 22, 2015

Many of us have at least heard about the police shooting that took place in Hitt Street Parking Garage last week. If you pay attention to campus news, you may have also heard about [the anti-Semitic writings](https://www.themaneater.com/stories/2015/4/13/mu-officials-investigate-anti-semitic-writing-resi/)...

Cry, baby, cry: the benefits of crying

Jordan Smith April 21, 2015

For some reason, tears seem to have become feared, like they’re some kind of black plague sweeping the nation. The stigma around showcasing your emotions has become overwhelming, and it’s getting a...

‘Treat yo’self’: The art of indulgence

Jordan Smith April 15, 2015

Once in a while, when the going gets tough and the tough (that’s you) get going, it’s nice to take a step back, appreciate the work you’ve done and decide that you need to celebrate. The problem...

Pride Month is important for everyone

Jalen Mosby April 15, 2015

It’s LGBT Pride Month on campus. This month is a time for members of the community to celebrate themselves and others as we continue to break down walls as a nation and campus that hinder us from being...

You’re not ‘forever alone’

Brittany Emond April 15, 2015

When you’re surrounded by lovey-dovey couples that just can’t get enough of each other, you may find yourself thinking, “I guess I’ll just be forever alone.” Newsflash: you won’t. And complaining...

The distinction between Hong Kong and China

Loretta Lee April 15, 2015

As an international student, one of the most frequent questions I was asked when I got to campus was usually, “Where are you from?” and my first response to them was always, “I am from Hong Kong.”...

Starting a long-needed discussion on abortion

Lily Cusack April 15, 2015

The case on abortion has been a popular topic in the political sector this past week. On April 7, Kansas became the first state to outlaw the safest and most common way of abortion in second-trimester...

University attack in Kenya deserves discussion

Jalen Mosby April 8, 2015

More than 100 people were killed in a terrorist attack at Garissa University in Kenya last week. Outside of the 147 people killed, about 700 others were injured as they ran to escape the gunfire. The...

Would you prefer to live somewhere else?

Loretta Lee April 8, 2015

Last month, U.S. federal agents discovered “birth tourism” rings in California. They found out houses and complexes where pregnant Chinese women were waiting to give birth to their babies in order...