Major Gifts Help Mizzou Surpass
Original $600 Million Goal
A School of Law alumnus donates $1 million to support the law library and the School of Medicine receives $2.3 million to fund a clinical simulation center.

Taking Journalism to the Next Frontier
The School of Journalism recently broke ground on the Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute, which will house a center for advanced studies of journalism and its role in democratic societies. The project is funded by a $31 million gift from the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation, the largest private donation in MU history. See drawings, read staff biographies and hear a podcast of the ceremony.

MU Receives Grant to Grow Businesses
A $2.5 million federal grant to build a business incubator will help MU discoveries reach the marketplace sooner. Project organizers estimate that the incubator will create more than 1,700 jobs and attract private investments, industry ties and higher-paying jobs. Read more

Forget Sticks and Stones, Words Can Hurt
Everyone knows bacteria and germs can cause illnesses. Now, anthropology professor Mark Flinn has found that even words can negatively affect your health. His research was featured in the The Tampa Tribune, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Chicago Daily Herald, and more. Read more

Researchers’ Discoveries Could Lead to
Better Heart Disease Treatment
Researchers at MU have identified a key factor that causes abnormal cell growth, which leads to the thickening of artery walls. They hope this discovery will lead to a better treatment for heart disease. Read more

Math Department Adds Up Research Grants
This summer, researchers in the MU math department received five grants totaling about $1 million from the National Science Foundation. The grants will further strengthen the department and help foster a new generation of mathematicians critical to the nation’s scientific infrastructure. Read more

Biography Sheds New Light on
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MU history professor Steven Watts recently released a biography about Henry Ford. The book takes a look at some of the lesser-known details of the industrial pioneer’s life and his impact on the world. Reviews of the book were featured in The New York Times, The Boston Globe and the Los Angeles Times. Read more

Professor Cultivates Showbiz Success
Theatre professor Jim Miller knows that succeeding in the entertainment industry requires a combination of talent, luck and business savvy. He’s helped his students succeed for more than two decades. Miller’s former students include television and film actors as well as Broadway stars. Read more

Blogs Provide Campus Connection
Created three years ago, MU Alumni Association blogs provide readers with an inside look at the lives of Mizzou students and alumni. Explore the blogs.

Guide to Homecoming 2005
Let the good times roar at the largest student-run Homecoming in the nation. Get the full Homecoming schedule, including information about the parade featuring Norm and Virginia Stewart as grand marshals and the Homecoming Tailgate on Oct. 15.

May Graduates Express MU Satisfaction
Results of the May 2005 Graduate Exit Survey were released this month. The association’s semi-annual survey allows graduates to rate their satisfaction with a variety of campus experiences. Read survey results.

Remember the Columns, Andy’s, Savitar Frolics?
Come back to Mizzou next spring and remember again, at the Reunion Rally, April 30 to May 2, 2006. Read more

Doing What’s Best for Missouri’s Children
Cindy Wilkinson, MSW ’96, is using her degree from the School of Social Work to bring new ideas for practice and policies to the Children’s Division of the Missouri Department of Social Services. Read more

Volleyball Team Ranked in Top 10
With victories over Iowa State, Texas A&M, Colorado and Kansas State to start the conference season, coaches Wayne and Susan Kreklow have the Tiger volleyball team rolling toward one of its most successful seasons ever. Follow the progress of the Women’s Volleyball team as the season unfolds.

Tiger Football Prepares for Conference Play
On Oct. 1, the Tiger football squad opens conference play against No. 2 Texas at 11 a.m. The game will be televised nationally on ABC. From there, the schedule includes games against traditional powers Nebraska, Kansas State, and more. Follow the Tigers as they march toward bowl eligibility.

Women’s Soccer Team Kicks Into Gear
An undefeated spring squad and 10 new freshmen have the MU women’s soccer team ready to make some noise in the Big 12 conference. Read more

Barr Named Assistant Basketball Coach
Former MU women’s basketball player Kerensa Barr has been named assistant coach for the MU women’s basketball team. Barr finished her four-year career in 2003 as one of the best guards in Mizzou history. Read more

MU Ranked Among Top
College World Series Teams
The Omaha World-Herald recently ranked MU 16th on its list of the best College World Series teams of all time. Read more

Norm Stewart Court Will Sport New Look
Norm Stewart Court at Mizzou Arena is getting a makeover for the 2005-06 season. Read more and see photos

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C) Genetic Testing
D) All of the above

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