Grant Allows MU to Train Veterinary Dentists
Have you ever wondered if dogs get toothaches? They do. In fact, oral hygiene has important health implications for all animals. Thanks to a generous grant from Pfizer Animal Health, MU will open a veterinary dentistry laboratory to train students and licensed veterinarians. Read more

Technology Increases
Independence, Safety for Seniors
MU’s College of Engineering, Sinclair School of Nursing and Department of Health Management and Informatics in the School of Medicine are collaborating to develop technology that will dramatically improve the lifestyle of seniors living in long-term care facilities. Read more

Journalism Receives $2.5 Million Bequest
Paul Synor, BJ ’42, who enjoyed a remarkable career in advertising while working for the agency responsible for creating such brand icons as Tony the Tiger, the Pillsbury Doughboy, Morris the Cat and Charlie the Tuna, bequeathed $2.5 million to the Missouri School of Journalism. The gift will be used to enhance strategic communication studies in the advertising department. Read more

Short Term Physical Inactivity
Linked to Serious Illness
Americans are increasingly becoming more sedentary in their lifestyle. New research finds that just two days of inactivity can trigger the precursors of illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, obesity and hypertension. Read more

Research Exposes Liberal Bias
in Mainstream Media
The alleged political leanings of mainstream media outlets have provided much fodder for talking heads on the right and the left. Jeff Milyo, a researcher in MU’s Truman School of Public Affairs and the department of economics, found that major mainstream media outlets do in fact exhibit a strong liberal bias. Read more

New Study Shows Journalists Have
Highly Moral Character
Recent polls and studies indicate the American public believes journalists are ethically challenged. However, a new study by School of Journalism Professor Lee Wilkins found that journalism is one of the most morally developed professions in the country. Read more

Mizzou ’39 Recipients Announced
In the spirit of service modeled by the founding families of the University of Missouri, the MU Alumni Association Student Board is proud to announce the inaugural class of Mizzou ’39 recipients. MU student recipients were selected based on their academic achievement, leadership and service to Mizzou and the community. Meet the Mizzou ’39.

It’s That Time of Year Again
More than 14,000 of the MU Alumni Association’s annual members received their renewal notices this month. If it is time for you to renew your membership, please use the association’s online payment form and renew your membership today.

Put Some Mizzou Pride on Your Ride
MIZZOU plates are personalized license plates that may contain from one to six characters. Mizzou collegiate plates are available only for registered Missouri vehicles. Learn more about getting your own Mizzou plates or view the Stripe My Ride gallery to see sample plates other alumni and Tiger fans have made their own.

Alumni Help Generate Grassroots Support
The Legislative Information Network Committee (LINC) is a coalition of alumni and friends who contact government officials about issues and legislation related to Mizzou. You can update your profile or join LINC by visiting the association’s new legislative advocacy Web site today.

Opening Doors
As a human resources specialist at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, LaTonya Brown, MPA ’93, helps keep the doors open to jobs within the government. She credits the Truman School of Public Affairs with opening that door for her. Read more

Volleyball Team Sets GPA Record
The volleyball Tigers continued the trend of Mizzou student-athletes performing well in the classroom, finishing with a cumulative GPA of 3.27, a team record, this past fall. Read more

Greene Wrestles Through Adversity
Natural talent can take a student-athletes far, but it is the grit and determination to succeed that take them to the next level. Cody Greene knows this road well. Read more

Lassiter, Lynx to Play Exhibition in Kansas City
Former Mizzou Women’s Basketball standout Amanda Lassiter and the Minnesota Lynx will travel to the Show-Me State for an exhibition game on May 7. Find out how you can see Lassiter and her teammates take on the 2003 WNBA champion Detroit Shock.

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