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The Maneater

The Student Newspaper of the University of Missouri

The Maneater

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...

Student awareness and safety should be priority for MUPD

April 17, 2015

Police shot and killed an armed robbery suspect in Hitt Street Parking Garage on Wednesday night. Columbia Police initially responded to an armed robbery call from Mosers Foods, where they learned that...

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...

‘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...

Responsibility of lasting change rests with MU administration

April 15, 2015

MU Police are investigating [a series of anti-Semitic messages drawn in a stairwell at Mark Twain residence hall](https://www.themaneater.com/stories/2015/4/13/mu-officials-investigate-anti-semitic-writing-resi/)...

“The Hunting Ground” is a must-see to change rape culture

April 9, 2015

This Thursday, Ragtag Cinema, with help the True/False Film Festival, will be [bringing the critically-acclaimed documentary “The Hunting Ground” to the Missouri Theatre](http://move.themaneater.com/stories/2015/4/7/hunting-ground-comes-ragtag/#.VSa9lBfpIkU)....

You shouldn’t hate your body

Jordan Smith April 8, 2015

Assuming you’re fortunate enough to have a healthy, functioning body that operates in a productive fashion, consider how lucky you are. Sure, your thighs might jiggle when you walk. But at least you...

State legislation would advance transphobia

April 8, 2015

The right to comfortably use a bathroom is essential. We’re concerned that new legislation in the Missouri House would infringe upon this right for a group of Missourians who already face discrimination,...

Faculty buyout is an opportunity but also a danger

April 8, 2015

By the end of this academic year, 110 tenured faculty members will retire after taking advantage of the university’s [voluntary separation offer](https://www.themaneater.com/stories/2014/9/19/mu-announces-buyout-plan-tenured-retirement-eligib/)....