News

Nov. 20, 2009

Web Update:

MSA Senate speaker works to get internship credit for senators

Specific departments would have different requirements for the internship.

Nov. 18, 2009

Nixon speaks on tuition freeze, budget cuts

Web Update:

Nixon speaks on tuition freeze, budget cuts

Of the $42 million in cuts to higher education funding, about $11 million would come from MU.

Nov. 17, 2009

IFC, PHA elect new executive board members

PHA still has one open position to be filled Dec. 1.

Rec Center tanning beds to stay through 2010

Rec Center tanning beds to stay through 2010

The tanning company's claims for $190,000 in damages by MU were denied.

Rock the Wrench to showcase MU talent

Five bands will compete for the $500 prize.

Transgender Awareness Week promotes education, remembrance

Observance includes discussions, a vigil and a balloon release.

Dance Marathon benefits Children's Miracle Network

Dance Marathon benefits Children's Miracle Network

Participants were required to stay all eight hours and remain standing.

MU opens experimental winery

MU opens experimental winery

CAFNR opened the winery to test grape variety and growing methods.

MU to help create university in South Korea

The university would offer American degrees.

Experts weigh benefits, dangers of pepper spray

Experts weigh benefits, dangers of pepper spray

Pepper spray could cause more danger if used improperly.

Web Update:

BODYTALK creates outlet for students to discuss sexual health

The next issue will be "The Medical Issue" in honor of World AIDS Day.

Web Update:

KCOU falls short of winning College Radio Woodie

The station lost to the University of Puget Sound's station.

Web Update:

Nobel Prize laureate speaks on violence in Northern Ireland

Williams received the Nobel Prize for her work with ending violence.

Web Update:

Vandalism prompts RHA request for more security cameras

A resolution was passed to request the cameras on suite-style floors.

Nov. 13, 2009

Greek Life rich in history and tradition

Greek Life rich in history and tradition

Although separated, Greek councils collaborate for some events.

Res halls to remain open for Iowa State game

Res halls to remain open for Iowa State game

The extension gives students time to attend the game.

Trayless trial tests tolerance

Trayless trial tests tolerance

Students found making more trips is an inconvenience.

University Bookstore unveils textbook rental pilot program

The program will apply to three selected courses but could be expanded.

Forsee calls for town hall budget meetings

Forsee calls for town hall budget meetings

MU will host the last meeting Monday, Dec. 9.

Npower studies Greek Life at MU

Greek Life stakeholders met with Npower consultants.