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Student fee review process differ from SEC, Big 12 schools
As MU looks to change the student fee review processes, student leaders at other universities share their procedures.
High number of MSA senators resign this semester
Senate Speaker Jake Sloan said all of the resignations were due to academic obligations or leadership conflicts.
MSA Senate did not approve student fee increase despite protocols in bylaws
Although the Student Fee Review Committee did not present fee increases to senate before it was approved, the fees will increase by $11.16 starting this summer.
MSA Senate supports Missouri bill that would raise cigarette tax, use revenue for higher education
Raising the tax could generate $400 million for educational purposes.
Scroggs signs 2,000th 'More for Less' Letter
As of Thursday, the campaign had collected 4,964 letters.
MU hires company to help fix transit issues
MU hired the Solstice Transportation Group to look into possible solutions to students’ transportation problems.
Web Update: Scroggs signs 2,000th 'More for Less' letter
The campaign collected over 3,000 letters Tuesday.
Billingsley, Kooi take office at MSA inauguration
Family, friends, student leaders and staff members came to celebrate the new executive cabinet.
Conservative Ann Coulter to speak at MU
MU College Republicans are fundraising $10,000 to bring conservative speaker Ann Coulter to MU.
MSA Senate committees making plans to meet liaison requirements
Most Senate committees are not fulfilling the liaison duties outlined in the MSA bylaws.
CDS improves transparency with price discrepancies
CDS will display dollar prices at Baja and hopes to expand to other locations.
MSA makes its first appearance at the SEC Exchange
Members of the MSA executive cabinet said MU stood out among the other SEC schools.
MSA Senate speaker said committees are meeting liaison requirements
Committees have improved after several semesters of not meeting bylaw requirements.
MU to begin biggest transit change in school history
Surveys and focus groups will begin to be conducted starting Feb. 6.
MSA senator retention shows improvement
Attendance is up in the MSA Senate, but committee membership numbers are skewed.
MSA to create three new staff positions
Funds for the new positions will be coming from many different sources.
RHA makes changes to current social fee org distribution
The reallocation will give $9,000 more to RHA and hall governments each semester.
Residential Life, MSA working to install more AEDs on campus
There are only eight AEDs on campus, and Residential Life hopes to add three more.
Possible Microsoft student option supported by MSA
Option would allow students to pay a one-time $100 fee and get Microsoft software updates during their time at MU.
Web Update: MSA, GPC give back during holiday season
GPC decided fundraised for the Boys and Girls Town and MSA adopted a family.
CDS point values, dollar values hold large discrepancy
Items of products sold at Emporium and Timeout have been marked up from 300 to 500 percent from the products real value.
City of Columbia suggests MU student fee to pay for transit budget deficit
The city wants to cut $1 million from the transit budget or charge MU students a mandatory $80 a semester for transit use.
Bylaws restrict MSA from funding College Republican speaker event
According to MSA, the College Republicans did not request funding to bring Ann Coulter to campus properly.
Luxury student housing set to replace mobile home park
Student governments are not in favor of the luxury student housing that will replace the Regency mobile home park.
MSA attends Big 12 Student Government Leadership Conference
Student representatives from MSA will attend the SEC Exchange next year.
Student fee increase proposed by MSA, SFRC
The increase would cost students in the range of 75 cents to $1
Web Update: MSA, GPC greet conference officials
MSA and GPC were the first student group to greet SEC officials.
Hate Wall event encourages tolerance, unity
The Hate Wall event encouraged students to tackle stereotypes they have experienced.
RHA holds first MSA presidential debate of the year
Slates discussed campus issues such as dining and safety.
Web Update: IPC, Film Committee hosts first free Foreign Film Horror Festival
The films start at 7 p.m. on Oct. 26 in Jesse Wrench Auditorium.
MSA presidential slates focus on improving campus safety
Slate Loeffler/Damico want to increase the number of blue lights on campus.
Fake candidates 'doin’ it for the lolz'
"Ricketts Rudd for MSA” is a fake slate trying to raise awareness of the MSA elections through humor.
MSA Senate approves new classroom rights resolution for students
The resolution allows students to distribute classroom materials to other students in the same class.
MSA presidential candidates Greg Loeffler, Lauren Damico campaign
MSA presidential and VP candidates Loeffler, Damico talk diversity, campaign
New fees might be imposed on student room reservation
The cost will only be charged when configuration of rooms are changed.
MSA Outreach endorsements fall in gray area
The Outreach Committee chair position was created after chapter five of the bylaws was updated.
Third slate announces MSA presidential candidacy
The slate plans to focus on points such as sustainability, campus safety and academics.
BEC implements handbook changes for 2011 election
The BEC handbook was approved at full Senate during Wednesday’s full Senate meeting.
Web Update: Bruer, Cartee announce candidacy
Everett Bruer and Lexie Cartee are the third slate to announce their candidacy in the 2011 MSA presidential election.
Multicultural Issues Committee, Office of Student Conduct work toward non-discrimination policy for UM System
The Office of Student Conduct and MSA hope to add this non-discrimination policy to MU’s M-book.
MSA plans for bike rental program, competition for Tiger Wheels
MSA’s Student Affairs Committee is working to establish a free bike rental program for students.
Billingsley presents presidential platform at LBC meeting
Slate will try and talk to as many organizations as possible prior to November election.
Editorial: MSA needs to get the bike rental program in gear
A free bike rental program has been proposed at MSA ...
EndZone attendance larger than The Jungle
The EndZone is already seeing larger numbers than The Jungle.
Editorial: Students should take advantage of the MSA-sponsored student tailgating space
When we say college football, you say tailgating. For students ...
Billingsley, Kooi announce MSA presidential campaign
Billingsley and Kooi’s campaign motto is “elevate your experience.”
MSA cancels proposed Homecoming concert
MSA budgeted $79,750 in student fees to fund free student concerts this academic year.
MSA commits to improving communication with students
The ad hoc Outreach committee has met with 20 organizations.
New syllabus archive eases course selection
A syllabus archive will be posted online and will assist students in making their course selections.
MSA works to improve transit for students
A student task force will be assembled to explore issue further.
MSA to expand Mizzou Readership Program
After a decrease in usage due to campus construction, MSA responded with more readership locations and advertising.
DSA presents summer film series, student trips
More than 1,175 people attended the DSA film series this summer.
Laptop checkout might expand to residence halls
The idea to expand the laptop rental program has yet to be approved.
Noce, Woods name tiger habitat
The tiger habitat at the Dickerson Park Zoo was named the Mizzou Tiger Reserve on Wednesday.
CDS eliminates trays from dining halls to reduce waste
The change will save 65 tons of food per year.
New MSA student tailgating space aims to draw crowds
Entrance to The EndZone will be free for all students.
Web Update: MSA, PHA collaborate to bring Jason Derülo to MU
The pop singer will perform at the Fall Welcome Concert.
Web Update: MSA president reaches out to the White House
The call was made between student body presidents across the country and President Obama.
MSA, IFC stress summer recruitment for freshmen
MSA and IFC are increasing summer recruitment in an attempt to inform and attract incoming freshmen.
MSA to honor fallen soldiers in Memorial Union
Commemorative plaques will be placed somewhere in the student union.
Web Update: Rollins dining hall to go trayless for Summer Welcome
CDS will evaluate the trial run toward the end of Summer Welcome sessions.
Downtown E.Z. Charge expansion at standstill
The project will likely not be in place by the original slated date of fall 2011.
MSA looks for alternatives for revision
MSA currently has no plans to hold a delayed convention.
MSA passes resolution opposing parking meter increase
Paid parking meter hours might be extended four hours.
MSA will allocate $5,000 to Big MO Foundation
The drum will be the world's largest.
Editorial: Same-sex partner benefits are more than optional
Debate about the need for domestic partnership benefits for UM ...
Musicians entertain, spread social justice at Global Sounds Music Festival
The MSA sponsored event focused on sustainability, social justice and awareness.
Web Update: Eyewitness accounts shed light on Emmett Till story
Simeon Wright and Wheeler Parker Jr. were two eyewitnesses to Till’s kidnapping in 1955.
MSA, RHA members support camera installation
RHA Vice President Chris Rucker cited the graffiti incident at Hatch Hall to show the benefits of having cameras.
MSA Senate looks to improve senator accountability
Senators will receive a manual detailing the jobs of the senators.
MSA commits $25,000 to live tigers
The organization will spend $5,000 per year for five years to sponsor zoos' tiger exhibits.
MSA pushes open access materials
Some professors might need convincing to support the program, senators say.
MSA passes budget, gives $45k for concert
The MSA budget still needs approval from Cathy Scroggs.
Web Update: Non-discrimination legislation presented
MCI presented two resolutions to MSA’s Senate in support of a non-discrimination policy.
MSA budget utilizes carryover, increases STRIPES funding
The MSA budget will be presented to Senate one more time before approval.
Editorial: MSA Senate needs shaking up
An attitude of apathy toward student government permeates MU's ...
Twenty-two candidates run in senator elections
MSA President Eric Woods said the elections could have been advertised more.
Interactive graphic to show how MSA allocates student funds
MSA also hopes to publish information in residence halls' handouts.
MSA committee backs zero tolerance for hate crimes
The legislation looks to define hate crimes within MU's policy book.
'One Mizzou' set to begin April 7
Events will include signing a "One Mizzou" banner.
MSA moving forward with live tiger sponsorship
The St. Louis Zoo has asked for $100,000 for a five-year sponsorship of one of its tigers.
Editorial: Keeping an open mind: Tiger sponsorship could be good move for MSA
If there’s anything that the Missouri Students Association learned ...
MSA updates goMizzou smartphone app
The app has racked up almost 10,000 downloads.
Plans for ‘One Mizzou’ underway
In their first meeting, planners decided on a logo for the campaign.
MSA Senate elects Sloan as new speaker
Academic Affairs Committee Chairman Everett Bruer fell short of Sloane by two votes.
MSA committee pushes for regular review of education requirements
Faculty Council would work with the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Studies.
LBC: Students need to be proactive in fighting racism
Students and MU officials met Wednesday night to discuss possible reactions to problems with racism on campus.
Deaton hands down temporary suspension for graffiti suspect
Police are investigating a similar graffiti message left near campus Saturday.
Students propose overhaul to parking system
Students would submit parking preferences through MyZou under the plan.
MSA Senate attendance tapers off
Senator Garrett Bergquist said the student government group should increase promotional efforts to recruit new members.
MSA, RHA work to build stronger ties
New officers for the organizations are focusing on increased communication.
MSA shakes up election bylaws
The Board of Elections Commissioners aimed to address problems confronted in 2010's MSA presidential election.
Editorial: Noce strong on communication, lacked follow-through
The former MSA president receives "C" grade for overall effectiveness.
Web Update: Woods sworn in as MSA president
The new student government leader said he would focus on sustainability goals first.
DSA requests funds to bring Angelou to campus
DSA requested $15,000 to close the funding gap for the event.
Noce prepares to hand off MSA leadership to Woods
Eric Woods and Emily Moon will be sworn in as MSA president and vice president Jan. 29.
MSA strives to 'stay in touch' with students
MSA is making themselves visible to students by creating an outreach project.
Web Update: MSA further delays constitutional convention
The constitutional convention was originally scheduled for April 21, 2010.
Blog post: WIreless Walk still uncompleted
Blog post: MSA president-elect selects cabinet
Curators, student leaders meet
Gov. Jay Nixon will appoint four new curators in 2011.
DSA seeks to regain funds spent on The Jungle
DSA will request an estimated $9,000 to regain money spent on The Jungle.
MSA, BEC to make changes in election process
The changes were proposed after judicial issues delayed this year's election.
Web Update: Black and Gold soundtrack to feature artists from MSA concerts
Tracks by Wale, B.O.B. and Chiddy Bang are featured on the mixtape.
MSA approves first Amicus Curiae
Law student Phil Raine will assist students with handling conduct issues.
MSA plans release of goMizzou app for Android, looks into new features
Access to Blackboard and myZou could be added to the smart phone app.
MSA yet to confirm constitutional convention date
The convention could change the way students are represented in MSA.
Woods prepares to take office as MSA president
The MSA president-elect said he's shadowing MSA President Tim Noce throughout the next few weeks.
Investigation of BEC will fall to new MSA inspector general
The former officer said he did not want politics to harm the office.
Noce named Intercampus Student Council president
The MSA president will deal with matters involving all UM system universities.
Web Update: MSA voting begins with Travis-Horan back on ballot
The website for online voting will remain open until 6 p.m. Wednesday.
Two candidates or three? Student Court to decide
The court will choose to uphold or repeal a decision from MSA's elections commissioners keeping Travis-Horan off the ballot.
Web Update: Pending Student Court decision, Travis off MSA ballot
Travis says the Board of Elections Commissioners has mishandled complaints against his slate.
Web Update: UPDATE: Complaint against Hansen-Oxenreider dropped
The complaint pertained to campaign fliers covering other MSA presidential slates' fliers.
Web Update: Campaigning privileges revoked for Travis-Horan
The action does not affect the slate's standing on the MSA presidential ballot.
Judicial issue delays MSA presidential election
Online voting for the election will begin Nov. 15.
MSA plans to work to reduce laundry prices
Prices increased 25 cents per wash and dry this year.
Web Update: MSA officers share, hear ideas at Big 12 Student Government Conference
Ideas from other schools include increasing student outreach.
MSA presidential slates square off in final debate
The debate was hosted by The Maneater and Four Front.
Student governments meet to discuss changes to finals week
RHA and MSA voted to approve schedule changes, but GPC and LBC abstained.
MSA candidates look to increase awareness of student government
The various teams plan to use social media to communicate with students.
Referendum to gauge support for voting student curator
If students vote in favor of the change, it will still need to be approved by the state legislature.
MSA candidates share ideas for greener MU
Ideas for initiatives include working with Campus Dining Services to provide more local food.
Candidates for MSA presidency look to improve campus safety
Platforms include plans to expand or adapt TigerWatch, reduce speed limits and more.
MSA campaigns focus on student fee accountability, redistribution
MSA presidential candidates present their platforms.
Syllabus archive to launch by end of fall semester
Students will be able to view and download course syllabi before signing up for classes.
New student center dedication previews coming additions
The center provides new dining options and lounge space.
MSA candidates focus on improving student, campus life
Platform ideas range from increasing STRIPES funding to creating a "Homecoming 2.0."
MSA Senate votes to oppose Prop 2 Taser ban
The proposition makes it a misdemeanor for anyone in Columbia to use a Taser.
Web Update: Construction hazards a concern during Campus Safety Walk
Five MUPD officers also attended the walk.
Web Update: MSA presidential candidates square off in first debate
Vice presidential candidates were questioned on their ability to manage the MSA budget.
Blog post: MSA approves members to two positions
Jungle tailgate sees highest attendance of semester
Reserving a spot at the tailgate was free for the first time Saturday.
MU honors Breast Cancer Awareness month
A variety of organizations and groups on campus planned special events for the month.
MSA presidential candidates begin fundraising
Efforts to raise money include student events and T-shirt sales.
Letter to the Editor: 'The Jungle' not as successful as MSA says
Dear Editor,
My name is Mark Hart and this is ...
Hansen, Oxenreider give details on MSA presidential platform
The slate's platform is based on four key points.
MU looks to expand E.Z. Charge off campus
The program would be available for use at select local restaurants.
Web Update: 'Hate Wall' exposes stereotypes
Students wrote down negative language associated with their identity on cardboard "bricks."
Blog post: Hansen declares candidacy for MSA presidency
Student leaders, MU administration create diversity-focused group
The group is discussing student roles in the upcoming Diversity Summit.
Jungle attendance remains low
MSA plans to increase promotion for the tailgate space before the next home game .
Blog post: Student leaders address Board of Curators
MSA committees work to meet liaison bylaw requirements
Several groups have failed to maintain committee liaisons in past semesters.
MSA budget carryover tops $120,000
Potential destinations for the money include STRIPES and other organizations.
MSA, GPC aim to foster family-friendly environment
The committee aims to make campus accessible for non-traditional students.
Ellis Library hours extended during finals week
Library expects an increase in student attendance during extended hours.
Jungle tailgate off to a slow start
MSA plans further promotion for the university-sponsored event.
To-go boxes keep stressed students from starving
Eco-friendly boxes at three dining halls are being tested for time-restricted students.
Travis plans to make MSA more accessible
The MSA presidential candidate also promotes the "Mizzou Family" in his platform.
Woods-Moon platform focuses on funding, recycling
Woods has experience as MSA Student Court chief justice.
Web Update: Travis announces launch of MSA presidential campaign
The candidates and volunteers gathered the required signatures for the campaign in Speakers Circle on Tuesday.
BEC handbook changes restrict campaigning in res halls
The changes also include a stricter infraction policy.
Blog post: Three BEC members confirmed
Web Update: MSA works to train new members
This year marks the organization’s 50th anniversary.
MSA looks to reform Senate voting system
The clickers could cost up to $5,000.
Editorial: Productivity: always a good idea
After many semesters spent arguing over Robert’s Rules and ...
Web Update: News conference unveils details of new tailgating space
MUPD will patrol the lot.
MSA constitutional convention postponed
No convention date has been confirmed.
Web Update: MSA plans new student tailgating space
The organization will reserve the lot between Cornell Hall and Stankowski Field for home football games.
MSA, BEC considered sanctioning exploratory committee
Sophomore Josh Travis' exploratory committee for his potential campaign might have gone against MSA bylaws.
Travis looks ahead to MSA elections
Campaigns officially begin in August.
Fees increase for broken housing contracts
Breaking housing contracts costs nearly twice as much as previous years.
MSA parking proposal still in progress
The system prioritizes on-campus residents when assigning parking.
Students push for law school improvements
The Academic Affairs committee will discuss ideas for improvement with law school students.
MSA discusses EZ Charge expansion
Downtown vendors and restaurants would be included in expansion.
MSA to support live tiger conservation with plaques
The plaques would label the tigers 'official Mizzou Tigers.'
MSA discontinues fund-matching for KCOU, MUTV
The new legislation says MSA will match up to $20,000 for each outlet.
Student governments reschedule joint session for next semester
The organizations ran into scheduling conflicts.
College Avenue res. hall could see name change
MSA is hoping to tie up unfinished 2006 legislation on name changes.
MSA adds student conduct advising position
The position would advise students and participate in MSA court hearings.
MSA holds hearing about student fee handling
Miscommunications regarding meetings and deadlines have raised concerns.
MSA meets with new master planner
The meeting was held to voice concerns regarding campus planning.
E-phones, poor lighting concerns for Greek students
MSA proposes installing external lights to Greek houses to deter crime.
TigerWatch volunteers to patrol campus
The members will work with STRIPES from Thursdays through Saturdays.
Dobbs to implement to-go box option
A new pilot for the to-go box option at Dobbs will begin April 26.
Ellis Library extends hours for finals week
If students don't utilize the extension, the program will be terminated.
MSA to hold constitutional convention
The restructuring will begin April 21.
Activity fee carryover to be spent by MSA auxiliaries
MSA estimates it will have more than $61,000 in leftover fees.
MSA elections continue through Wednesday
Last year's voters made up 10 percent of the undergraduate population.
Diversity fee carryover causes concern
Groups funded by the diversity fee want to control allocation.
STRIPES budget up for debate in MSA Senate
STRIPES hopes to cut down on wait times with an increase in cars.
MSA considers reworking student conduct process
Supreme Court Justice Eric Woods said the Student Court has become 'irrelevant.'
Committee seeks to rename College Avenue residence hall
The committee wants to name the hall after an MU minority graduate.
MSA votes down Greek Week contribution
Supplying $1,000 would have given MSA chance to act as co-programmers.
MSA committee works to include BCC on tours
Including the BCC would show students the facility is for everyone.
Swipes event participates in Black History Month
At Emporium, students used meal points to buy food to donate.
Student parents, families seek improved accessibility
Budget concerns cause difficulties for child care to make accommodations.
Student leaders aim to educate on alcohol polices
It has been 10 years since Greek Life changed alcohol policies.
MSA hopes to implement carpooling service
Student Affairs will open contracts for rental car companies to bid on.
MSA works toward on-campus tailgating
MSA has been collaborating to devise a plan for next year's tailgating.
MSA proposes webcams in dining halls, Rec Center
Live feeds would allow students to check crowd levels from home.
Noce revives monthly SLAC meetings
Noce led the revival to improve communication.
MSA proposes parking plan based on seniority
RHA is planning a proposal to be ready by early next week.
Students, staff reflect on drinking policy
Noce said the bigger issue focuses on MU's alcohol policy.
Noce looks into getting live tiger for MU
Noce cites the tigers at LSU and Memphis as precedent for one at MU.
MSA senators resign amid feeling of irrelevance
The three resigning senators have different reasons for stepping down.
