MOVE MAG 2024
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Home Sweet Home: Musicians return to the Columbia music scene time after time
By Molly Levine
Dodging barrels and tearing through an arena of screaming fans on horseback isn’t typical for an MU freshman. But for Taylor Watts, this is a normal weekend activity.
A GLIMPSE INTO ROOTS N’ BLUES & TRUE/FALSE
By Eric Kiekeben & Sophie Rentschler
These excellent multimedia pieces recap two of the largest festivals that Columbia has to offer: Roots N Blues and True/False Film Fest.
DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE:
UNNOTICED ORNAMENTS ON MEMORIAL UNION
By Audrey Norquest
Photos By Audrey Norquest
Graphics by Fiona Wilton
Get up close and personal with Memorial Union to see the meaningful ornaments that bring the tower to life.
If plant stalks could talk: an inherited native garden with a past
By Tayler Gilmore
Photos by Tayler Gilmore
After seeing milkweed blooming in her front yard, Kellie Campbell realized there was more than just greenery growing near her home, but a memorable connection to Carolyn Spier, the previous owner of the house.
A poet’s life examined: How one professor has revitalized Emily Dickinson
By Grace Burwell
Photo by Grace Burwell
In Alexandra Socarides’ honors tutorial course, “Emily Dickinson: On the Page and the Screen,” students delve into the life of a literary icon through a recent television series, “Dickinson.”
Spirits or Speculation?: A closer look at MU’s supposedly haunted places
By Savvy Sleevar
Photos Courtesy of University Archives
Photos by Sophia Scheller
CW: This article contains mention of murder and gun violence According to eyewitnesses and supernatural researchers alike, MU may be haunted by several ghosts. In the spirit of “spooky season,” discover the supernatural history of five locations on campus.
Expanding Shanthi Mandir, Columbia’s sole Hindu temple
By Maya Anand
Photos by Sruthi Ramesh
Unlike other Missouri temples, Shanthi Mandir lacks the space to provide certain cultural and religious services. But, in order to expand, the temple must raise $1 million.
THE BURNEY SISTERS TALK TOURING, CREATIVE PROCESS AND THE IMPORTANCE OF INSPIRATION
By Scout Hudson
Graphics by Jasmine Greene
Three teenage sisters have rapidly become a rising name in the folk-rock scene – and they have no plans of slowing down.
JAZZ THRIVES IN COLUMBIA, BUT MU STUDENTS ARE ABSENT
By Annie Goldman & Sterling Sewell
Photos by Sterling Sewell
The “We Always Swing” Jazz Series and other local organizations bring jazz to the public and offer incentives for youth involvement, but MU students aren’t showing up.
AI ART LEAVES MANY QUESTIONING WHAT IT MEANS TO BE AN ARTIST
By Benjamin Miller
AI Art has expanded the playing field for who can proudly call themselves an artist after the software has effectively made creative processes easier.
A look into the past: mizzouopoly
By Ever Cole
Photos by Ever Cole
How a Monopoly-inspired board game serves as a time capsule for Mizzou students.
Columbia community remembers the life of harlan
By Zach Akeson
Photo by Sruthi Ramesh
Graphic by Fiona Wilton
Students and community members have made gestures remembering the Great Pyrenees after he passed away Feb. 7.
Fifth-generation Tiger: Brett Kercher carries on family legacy
By Amber Roldan
Although his family ties to the university played a role in his decision to become a tiger, the biochemistry major fell in love with the university on his own and continues to embrace his past, present and future with MU.
Local indie band drona’s new album expresses a family’s creative passion
By Sydney Minor
Photo by Elizabeth Pruitt
Local indie rock band drona is releasing its latest project, “keen eyes with a grim smile” this Friday. Siblings Arjuna, Surya, and Pasha Raghu detail their creative processes behind the album.
The Kappa delta head chef is far more than just a cook
By Max Shapiro
Graphics by Isaac Lewis
House chef Stan Lewis approaches his 40th anniversary with the chapter and, for many, is a beloved member of the chapter.
Ukrainian Journalist Svitlana Synkovska Reflects on Her Family’s Experience as Refugees
By Dana Lee Beattie
Photo Courtesy of Svitlana Synkovska
Graphics Kate Formhals
CW: This article contains mentions of the ongoing war in Ukraine. Svitlana Synkovska shared her story of escaping war-torn Ukraine with her family, assisting her fellow refugees and advocating for her country in the United States.
A collection of poems by Kampbell Hemeyer
This collection encapsulates my experience growing up and the emotions that come with getting older.
A collection of poems by savvy sleevar
These three poems were written for people I’ve loved and lost.
A collection of poems by BRI DAVIS
This series is a series about my people. The ones I call my home, my community, my story. Our story.
A collection of poems by Dana Beattie
This collection of poems is titled “When Grief Comes, Love Sings.” For anyone struggling with losing a loved one, these poems were written to help deal
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