Rehabilitation Through Martial Arts
Sandy Matsuda, assistant professor of occupational therapy in the School of Health Professions, is using the ancient Chinese martial art T’ai Chi to help older adults improve their concentration and balance. Read more

School of Journalism Launches
Groundbreaking EmPRINT Newspaper
Developed by Roger Fidler, inaugural visiting fellow of the Donald W. Reynolds Institute, EmPRINT is the world’s first Electronic Media Print newspaper. This downloadable weekly edition of the Columbia Missourian combines familiar print newspaper qualities with the interactivity of the Web. Learn more and sign up for field test.

Doctors Use Sound to Battle Melanoma
When treating skin cancer, differentiating between melanoma and healthy moles can be difficult. A skin specialist at MU has teamed with engineering and internal medicine professors to develop a better identification and treatment process. Read more

Communication Affects Teen Smoking Habits
Researcher Glen Cameron found that parents’ communication styles can have a significant impact on whether their teenagers smoke. Read more

Choral Union Choir Celebrates 30 Years
Serving as a vocal link between MU and the surrounding community for three decades, the Choral Union will mark its 30th anniversary with an April 30 performance that includes 300 singers and four nationally acclaimed soloists. Read more

A Living, Breathing, Blooming Campus
Although most people think of MU as Missouri’s flagship university, some may not realize that the campus is a botanic garden with thousands of plants for a fertile learning environment. View Mizzou botanic garden Web site for helpful hints and a map of campus gardens.

View Chancellor's Campus Update Video
If you haven’t made it to campus lately, you’ll want to view this brief video about Mizzou. You’ll meet Chancellor Brady J. Deaton and see footage of the new Virginia Avenue residence halls, the expanded Student Recreation Complex and the new Life Sciences Center. View 8-minute video for the latest campus news.

Students Selected for Wheel of Fortune
Two Mizzou students will appear on the popular game show during Wheel of Fortune’s Big 12 College Week. Read more

Students Benefit From Tiger Romp and Ball
Alumni from both sides of Missouri will raise funds for student scholarships on April 22. The Tiger Romp in St. Louis and the Black and Gold Tiger Ball in Kansas City are coordinated by the local alumni chapters and the Tiger Clubs. Last year Kansas City raised $44,000 and St. Louis raised $22,000 at the events.

Homecoming Announces
2005 Theme and Grand Marshals
MU started its tradition of Homecoming in 1911. Although this tradition has spread throughout the world, the University still boasts the largest student-run Homecoming in the nation. Find out more about the 2005 celebration.

Shutterbugs Invade Campus
Springtime has inspired association members to take photographs of MU’s beautiful campus for the annual member calendar contest. Deadline for photo entries is June 30.

Endowed Scholarship Fund Honors
Late Mother of MU Graduates
Four MU graduates are honoring their mother and giving back to their alma mater in a unique way. The Judy Wagner Memorial Scholarship fund was established to continue her legacy of volunteerism. Read more

Something to Sing About
Caroline Worra, MM ’93, and Ryan MacPherson, BES ’97, reconnect through lead roles at Opera Memphis and regular appearances at New York City Opera. Read more

Gymnastics Finishes Regular Season Ranked 19th
Despite a rocky start to the season, the Tiger gymnastics squad put together a strong showing in the Big 12 Championships and finished in the top 25 for the fourth year in a row. Read more

Track Athletes Break Two School Records
Two MU athletes broke the university’s two oldest track and field records at the Stanford Invitational held last month. Senior Ryan Hampton broke the 1972 record in the 5,000 meter run, and junior Valerie Lauver broke the 1983 record in the 10,000 meter run. Read more

Baseball Team Off to Fast Start
The Tiger baseball squad is off to one of its best starts in recent memory. Follow along as the team battles with Big XII Conference foes for a post-season berth. Read more

Q & A With Tennis Player Mary Barry
Mary Barry has suited up for the Tiger tennis squad each spring for four years. Find out how she approached her final season and what she’ll miss most when it’s over.
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Alden Speaks About Tiger NCAA Academic Progress Rate, Football Opener
To improve the academic success and graduation rates of all student-athletes, the NCAA recently released results for the Academic Progress Rate (APR). Of MU’s 20 intercollegiate sports, 16 are in good standing according to APR guidelines. Athletic Director Mike Alden addresses this success in his regular column. Read more

There's More for You in the Summer at Mizzou
Summer is quickly approaching, and registration has begun for Missouri basketball camps. Learn more about the camps. Mizzou also hosts other camps and is offering more than 1,300 summer courses on campus, online and through distance learning. Get details.

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A) Laser Eye Surgery
B) Bone Marrow Transplant
C) Genetic Testing
D) All of the above

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