Patrick Fallon

(Nov. 2, 2010)

MU volleyball players Julianna Klein, Molly Kreklow, Catie Wilson and Priscilla Armendariz celebrate after defeating the University of Kansas on Wednesday. The Tigers also defeated Kansas State on Saturday.

(Oct. 29, 2010)

Junior Brittney Brimmage goes for the ball Wednesday in the Hearnes Center. The Tigers defeated University of Kansas in three sets.

(Feb. 1, 2010)

UM Center for Distance and Independent Study enrolled more than 20,000 students in fiscal year 2009 and has seen a 30 percent increase in university enrollments since 2007. MU will team up with the UM system office in Columbia to research e-learning opportunities in the next year and report its findings to the rest of the system.

(Feb. 1, 2010)

University Catering employee Justin Mull was arrested Friday on suspicion of first-degree sexual misconduct of a co-worker. University Catering is based out of Reynolds Alumni Center.

(April 28, 2009)

Missouri Bar Association President-elect Harold 'Skip' Walther discusses the Missouri non-partisan courts plan Monday at the Columbia Public Library. The League of Women Voters sponsored the forum.

(April 27, 2009)

Sen. Claire McCaskill, D-Mo., speaks at a press conference Saturday discussing $8,000 federal tax credits for first-time homebuyers. To assist buyers, the Missouri Housing and Development Commission is offering a loan program.

(April 2, 2009)

Missouri basketball coach Mike Anderson agreed to a new seven-year contract Wednesday worth a reported $1.6 million annually plus incentives. Anderson turned down higher offers from schools such as Georgia and decided not to pursue a vacancy at Memphis.

(March 30, 2009)

The University of Missouri Press cut seven positions and reduced the number of titles published in order to reduce costs. Many university presses are facing similar problems due to the economy.

(March 28, 2009)

The Missouri bench reacts to a foul called against the team during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

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Missouri guard Matt Lawrence, forward Leo Lyons, forward DeMarre Carroll, guard J.T. Tiller and head coach Mike Anderson listen to questions from reporters during Missouri's post game press conference after their loss in the NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri forward Keith Ramsey celebrates after scoring a shot during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

The Missouri bench reacts to a foul called against the team during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Connecticut forward Jeff Adrien scores a slam dunk during the first half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri forward Justin Safford and Connecticut guard A.J. Price try to gain control of the ball during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri guard Zaire Taylor and forward Keith Ramsey try to block a shot from Connecticut guard Kemba Walker during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri forward DeMarre Carroll fights for control with Connecticut center Hasheem Thabeet and guard A.J. Price during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Fans celebrate a Missouri slam dunk during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri guard J.T. Tiller has the ball swatted away by Connecticut guard Kemba Walker during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri guard Zaire Taylor drives into Connecticut forward Stanley Robinson during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri forward Justin Safford drives into Connecticut forward Gavin Edwards to score a lay-up during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Marching Mizzou band members stare at the game, disappointed in Missouri's approaching loss during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri forward Justin Safford scores a lay-up during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri guard Zaire Taylor falls backward while he takes a shot during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri head coach Mike Anderson reacts to the team's approaching loss during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri guard J.T. Tiller stands alone at the end of the court while UConn players make free throws, building the teams lead over Missouri during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri head coach Mike Anderson puts his songuard Michael Anderson Jr. into the game with just seconds remaining during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Marching Mizzou band members, including Jim Scheffer, center left, look at the scoreboard disappointed in Missouri's approaching loss during the second half of Missouri's NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri guard J.T. Tiller and head coach Mike Anderson answer questions after Missouri's loss in the NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 28, 2009)

Missouri forward Leo Lyons and forward DeMarre Carroll listen to questions from reporters during Missouri's post game press conference after their loss in the NCAA Elite Eight basketball game against UConn Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Connecticut defeated Missouri 82-75.

(March 27, 2009)

Missouri forward Leo Lyons, right, jokes with guard Zaire Taylor during the team's press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 27, 2009)

Missouri head coach Mike Anderson smiles as he answers questions from the media during the team's press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 27, 2009)

Missouri forward Leo Lyons and forward DeMarre Carroll answer questions during the team's press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 27, 2009)

Connecticut forward Stanley Robinson and guard A.J. Price laugh during the team press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 27, 2009)

Connecticut center Hasheem Thabeet laughs during the UConn press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 27, 2009)

Connecticut center Hasheem Thabeet thinks during the UConn press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 27, 2009)

Connecticut center Hasheem Thabeet listens to a question during the UConn press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 27, 2009)

Missouri guard J.T. Tiller smiles at head coach Mike Anderson as he answers questions from the media during the team's press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 27, 2009)

Missouri head coach Mike Anderson smiles as he answers questions from the media during the team's press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 27, 2009)

Missouri forward DeMarre Carroll smiles at a question from a reporter during the Missouri press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 27, 2009)

Missouri players answer questions from the media during the team press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 27, 2009)

Missouri guard J.T. Tiller looks at head coach Mike Anderson as he answers questions from the media during the team press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 27, 2009)

Missouri head coach Mike Anderson answers questions from the media during his press conference Friday, March 27, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The Missouri Tigers will play against UConn Saturday afternoon in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four.

(March 26, 2009)

Missouri guard Kim English throws the game ball into the air as the clock counts down to zero, solidifying Missouri's 102-91 win over Memphis during the NCAA Sweet Sixteen Regional Semifinal basketball game between the Thursday, March 26, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 26, 2009)

Missouri guard J.T. Tiller drives through Memphis guard Antonio Anderson during the NCAA Sweet Sixteen Regional Semi-Final basketball game between the Missouri Tigers and Memphis Tigers Thursday, March 26, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 26, 2009)

Missouri fans scream and cheer, celebrating a half court shot made at the buzzer of the first half during the NCAA Sweet Sixteen Regional Semi-Final basketball game between the Missouri Tigers and Memphis Tigers Thursday, March 26, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 26, 2009)

Missouri forward DeMarre Carroll goes for a shot and is fowled by Memphis guard Antonio Anderson during the NCAA Sweet Sixteen Regional Semi-Final basketball game between the Missouri Tigers and Memphis Tigers Thursday, March 26, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

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Missouri forward Keith Ramsey collides with Memphis guard Antonio Anderson during the NCAA Sweet Sixteen Regional Semi-Final basketball game between the Missouri Tigers and Memphis Tigers Thursday, March 26, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 26, 2009)

Missouri forward DeMarre Carroll goes for a shot and is fowled by Memphis guard Antonio Anderson during the NCAA Sweet Sixteen Regional Semi-Final basketball game between the Missouri Tigers and Memphis Tigers Thursday, March 26, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 26, 2009)

Missouri guard J.T. Tiller goes up for a shot, blocked by Memphis guard Tyreke Evans during the NCAA Sweet Sixteen Regional Semi-Final basketball game between the Missouri Tigers and Memphis Tigers Thursday, March 26, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 26, 2009)

Purdue guard Chris Kramer and forward Robbie Hummel look at the scoreboard disappointed with their loss at the end of the NCAA Sweet Sixteen basketball game between the University of Connecticut and Purdue Thursday, March 26, 2009 in the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Ariz. UConn defeated Purdue 72-60.

(March 25, 2009)

Missouri's J.T. Tiller practices free throws during the Missouri basketball NCAA Sweet Sixteen practice Wednesday afternoon at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 25, 2009)

Missouri freshman Kim English moves down court against Zaire Taylor during the Missouri basketball NCAA Sweet Sixteen practice Wednesday afternoon at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 25, 2009)

Missouri's J.T. Tiller dribbles down court during the Missouri basketball NCAA Sweet Sixteen practice Wednesday afternoon at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 25, 2009)

Missouri freshman Kim English drives into Zaire Taylor in an attempt to score during the Missouri basketball NCAA Sweet Sixteen practice Wednesday afternoon at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 25, 2009)

Missouri's Zaire Taylor recovers the basketball during the Missouri basketball NCAA Sweet Sixteen practice Wednesday afternoon at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 25, 2009)

Missouri head coach Mike Anderson during the Missouri basketball NCAA Sweet Sixteen practice Wednesday afternoon at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(March 25, 2009)

Missouri's DeMarre Carroll during the Missouri basketball NCAA Sweet Sixteen practice Wednesday afternoon at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

(Nov. 18, 2008)

Local attorney Dan Viets speaks about variations between Missouri law and a proposed Columbia ordinance pertaining to records of minors and alcohol-related offenses during a City Council meeting Monday. The Council approved a bill that would expunge records of minors convicted of such offenses.

(Oct. 11, 2008)

A Kia sedan sits upside-down in an embankment after flipping over in an accident Friday night on Interstate 70 near Providence Road.

(Oct. 10, 2008)

Units from the Columbia Fire Department and Boone County Fire Protection District attend to a car accident Friday night on eastbound Interstate 70 near Providence Road. Columbia resident Larry Shinn, who was trapped inside the vehicle, was extricated and taken by ambulance to University Hospital with moderate injuries.

(Sept. 19, 2008)

MU lawyers are in the process of trying to cancel a contract with Tan Time LLC, the company that operates The Spa inside the Student Recreation Complex. University health officials are concerned with the potential effects artificial tanning beds have on skin, including an increased risk of cancer.

(Sept. 19, 2008)

Columbia lawyer Craig Van Matre pauses before speaking during the "My Favorite Constitutional Right" panel Wednesday at the Columbia Public Library. The League of Women Voters sponsored the Constitution Day event.

(Sept. 5, 2008)

Samantha Jo Baker, center, follows soldiers as they move the casket of her husband, Army Spc. Steven Fitzmorris, to a hearse for transport to his burial site at Memorial Park Cemetery following his funeral on Tuesday. Fitzmorris was killed in Baghdad on Aug. 25.

(Aug. 26, 2008)

Pi Beta Phi sorority members Megan Munson and Lauren Hunt cheer before the mass revealing of sorority bids Saturday morning on Francis Quadrangle. More than 1,300 women vying for spots in Greek organizations participated in Bid Day, the culmination of formal recruitment week.

(Aug. 26, 2008)

Freshmen Emily Allen and Molly Boland react ecstatically after discovering their sorority placements together during Bid Day on Saturday morning on Francis Quadrangle.

(Aug. 26, 2008)

Freshmen women wait in excitement with their sorority bids behind their backs at Bid Day on Francis Quadrangle on Saturday. Abiding by tradition in a show of unity, the entire group of women on the Quad revealed their invitations together by opening them at the same time.

(Aug. 26, 2008)

Freshman Lexie Hays hugs her new sorority sisters after learning she has been accepted into the Delta Gamma sorority Saturday morning on Bid Day.

(Aug. 26, 2008)

Hundreds of soon-to-be sorority members gather Saturday morning in front of Jesse Hall prior to Bid Day. Bid Day is the final day of formal recruitment week, which is designed to match recruits with the sorority that best fits their personality and qualities.

(July 9, 2008)

While Missouri continues to have the lowest gas prices in the country, California comes in at the opposite of the spectrum, with prices in the state averaging $4.55 for regular according to AAA. This Shell station on Pacific Coast Highway in Dana Point, Calif. reached $4.63 for regular on Tuesday.

Missouri Loses Elite Eight (March 28, 2009)

Missouri Wins 102-91 (March 26, 2009)