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January 2009David Schramm and his family
Photo by Nicholas Benner

Family man builds stronger relationships
David Schramm, assistant professor of human development and family studies, is intent on strengthening relationships through more family "togetherness." Read more.

Mizzou News

New tool catches diabetes early
An MU researcher developed a screening tool to identify patients with prediabetes. Early detection in younger patients can minimize morbidity, mortality and progression to diabetes. Read more

Easing the pain of an elusive illness
A School of Health Professions researcher looks for answers to the muscle pain in people with fibromyalgia. Read more

MU to invent recycling system for water, electricity
Engineers are developing a portable wastewater treatment system for military bases that they believe will produce electricity and water pure enough to drink. Read more

Young entrepreneur runs small-town business
Rural communities often lose their young talent to big cities. An MU Extension program is helping communities overcome this growing problem by promoting entrepreneurship. Read more

Alumni News

See the world with fellow Tigers
A service to alumni who enjoy the adventure of travel and global learning experiences, the Tourin' Tiger program offers a variety of destinations and modes of travel. Learn more

Helping the best and brightest attend MU
Each year the Mizzou Alumni Association, together with its affiliated alumni chapters and organizations, awards more than $200,000 in student scholarships. Read more

New partner promotes retirement in Columbia
Move over Arizona and Florida, Columbia’s community at Old Hawthorne is an attractive retirement destination for MU graduates. Read more

Mizzou alumnus to chair Democratic National Committee
President Barack Obama selected Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine, BA '79, as the next chair of the Democratic National Committee. Read his biography

Athletics

Maclin to enter NFL draft
The Mizzou star wide receiver gave an emotional goodbye recently when announcing his plans to enter the NFL draft. Maclin is projected to be a first-round pick in the draft, which will take place April 25 and 26 in New York City. Read more

Wrestling stand-out makes pro
Former MU wrestler Ben Askren, who won two NCAA Division I national championships, will make his professional Mixed Martial Arts debut Feb. 7. Read more

Six chosen for MU hall of fame
Four former student-athletes, one pioneering administrator and a championship football team have been selected for induction into the MU Athletics Hall of Fame. Read more

Liz Straatmann journals about gymnastics
The junior thanks fans for packing the Pink Out meet and takes a look at the Tigers' season so far. Read more

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Student Close-Up Business students on Wall StreetTigers prowl Wall Street
In the new Tigers on Wall Street program, students from the Trulaske College of Business visited the New York Stock Exchange, met with JPMorgan Chase executives and took part in a job-shadow program. Read more
Tiger Tips
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Just like snowflakes, no two winter storms are exactly alike. It pays to be ready for whatever might hit. Learn more
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Mizzou match
Mizzou Match programCouples who graduated from MU and are Mizzou Alumni Association members can sign up for a free service celebrating married alumni. Learn more about the Mizzou Match program

Journalism at 100

Nucleus of innovation
MOJOIn this decade, a record-setting gift funded the Reynolds Journalism Institute, and convergence journalism became the first new emphasis area in 50 years. Mojo Ad joined the school's other hands-on labs. View timeline for 2000-2008

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Venomous spiders also dangerous in winter
Pine needlesDid you know that cold weather often encourages toxic spiders like the brown recluse to move into your home? Get tips

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