UNIVERSITY PARENT
GUIDE
2010
University of Missouri
CAMPUS RESOURCES – LOCAL INSIGHT – HELPFUL INFORMATION
FAMILY WEEKEND GUIDE
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Comprehensive advice, information for campus success
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Welcome to the Mizzou Family!
Welcome from Parent Relations
Family Weekend Schedule of Events
Mizzou Family Weekend Game Day Tips
University of Missouri Campus Map
Faurot Field Seating Map
Tiger Traditions & Songs
Office of Parent Relations
Columbia Community
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Make the most of your visit by getting to know the area
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Resources
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Must-have knowledge to navigate your way
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2010-2011 Academic Calendar
A Guide to Religious Services
Helpful Phone Numbers & Web Sites
Featured Sponsors
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Dear MU Parents,
Family and Friends,
Parents and Families,
We are so excited to welcome you to
the tradition of MU Family Weekend!
Now that your student is four weeks into
the fall semester, this is the perfect time
to visit and truly see campus through
their eyes. In planning the events for
this weekend, one theme consistently
came to mind—the Mizzou student
experience. The best way to showcase
this unique place is to bring you into the
areas where our students eat, live and
study, where they exercise, get involved,
get motivated and where they relax.
Walk around campus and get a feel for
how your student spends their day.
Welcome to fall at Mizzou! We are pleased
that you have joined us for Family Weekend
2010, and have scheduled a variety of
activities designed especially for you and
your student to enjoy together--attending a
college open house, enjoying the outdoor
concert on Lowry Mall, cheering on the
Tigers at various athletic events, and
simply walking through the campus to get
a closer look at your student’s MU home.
Visit the New Student Center, state of the
art Recreation Complex and eat lunch in a
dining hall. Meet our Chancellor and First
Lady as they open their home Saturday
morning. Get to know downtown and
more about our Columbia community. I’ll
be looking for you at breakfast before you
head out of town on Sunday. Through
it all, I hope you will take an opportunity
to meet other MU parents and students,
and share stories of this special place.
Colleagues from every aspect of campus
have been involved in creating a schedule
that has “something for everyone.”
Whether you are a parent of a freshman or
a senior, your first MU student or your last,
we want you to enjoy everything about the
University of Missouri this weekend. Look
to our volunteers to help you navigate
campus and answer any questions. Most
of all, enjoy connecting with your student—
we couldn’t be more proud of them.
We know parent and family support is a
key component of student success, and
our relationship with you is an important
one. This weekend, I encourage you
to get to know the Office of Parent
Relations. They will be happy to answer
any questions you may have and will
be an excellent resource for you during
your student’s time at the University.
Let’s work together to help your student
be successful inside and outside of the
classroom. Welcome to the Mizzou family!
Be sure to keep in touch throughout
the year. We love hearing from you.
Enjoy your weekend
and Go Tigers!
Sincerely,
Laura A. Page
Coordinator, Parent Relations
Cathy C. Scroggs
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
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Trulaske College of Business Open House
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Cornell Hall
Drop by for light refreshments,
building tours and an opportunity
to meet other business students,
faculty, staff and administration.
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
Family Weekend Check-In
Noon to 7:00 p.m., Lower Lounge
of New Student Center
Black and Gold Friday
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., MU Bookstore
As a family member of an MU student
you’re a Tiger now, too! Make sure to
show your Mizzou pride at tomorrow’s
game! Stop by the University Bookstore
for Black and Gold Friday. Fans can save
25% off MU insignia clothing and gift items.
Museum of Anthropology
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 100 Swallow Hall
Come visit the Museum of Anthropology
and Fair Trade Gift Shop, located in
Swallow Hall (Francis Quadrangle)
Student Health Center Meet & Greet
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.,
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School of Music Family
Weekend Choral Concert
5:00 p.m., First Baptist Church
Shabbat Dinner
6:00 p.m., Mizzou Hillel
A place where Jewish students at
MU come to meet each other and get
involved in Jewish life at the university,
Mizzou Hillel welcomes parents and
family members to our weekly Shabbat
service and dinner. Event is FREE
but reservations are preferred.
Events with an asterisk
require pre-registration
For all of the latest events
and schedule updates,
visit mizzouparents.
missouri.edu
*Comedy Show: Rory Albanese,
Wyatt Cenac & Rob Riggle
7:00 p.m., Jesse Auditorium, Jesse Hall
Get ready to laugh out loud with this group
of comedians, formerly of The Daily Show.
Performance may not be suitable for
younger audience members. Tickets are
$10 for MU students and $15 for the public.
Film: Toy Story 3
7:00 p.m. & 9:30 p.m., Wrench
Auditorium, Memorial Student Union
Woody, Buzz and the whole gang are back.
As their owner Andy prepares to depart
for college, his loyal toys find themselves
in daycare where untamed tots with their
sticky little fingers do not play nicely. So,
it’s all for one and one for all as they plan
their great escape. Admission is $1. Tickets
available at the door. Rated G. Sponsored
by the MSA/GPC Films Committee.
Family Weekend: Mizzou on the Mall
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Lowry Mall (Rain Site: Stotler Lounge,
Memorial Student Union)
Music, snacks, and special Mizzou
treats, while supplies last. It’s time to
relax after a great day on campus.
Sponsored by the MSA/GPC Department
of Student Activities, Mizzou After
Dark, the Department of Student Life
and the MU Parents Association.
Dogs with the Dean
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Stanley Hall Lawn
Dean Jorgensen and faculty from the
College of Human Environmental Sciences
serve hot dogs and chips for everyone
who stops by. All students, faculty and
staff are invited. This is the first year the
event has been part of Family Weekend, so
everyone is welcome! Sponsored by the
College of Human Environmental Sciences
“Welcome to Success”
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Student
Success Center, Lowry Mall
Find out how the Student Success
Center is committed to providing
resources to help students.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25:
Family Weekend Check-In
8am to Noon, Lower Lounge
of New Student Center
College of Arts and Science Advisement
Center: Open for Vistiors:
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., 107 Lowry
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Mizzou Soccer vs. Kansas
6:30 p.m., Audrey Walton Stadium
Free to students with a valid
student ID, other tickets are $5
for adults and $3 for youth
University Bookstore Hours
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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School of Health Professions
Annual Pancake Breakfast
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., Clark Hall Lobby,
use the 5th Street or Turner Ave entrance
Students and families in majors in the
School of Health Professions can enjoy
conversation and pancakes with staff
and students from the School of Health
Professions. This event is free.
*CAFNR Family Weekend Open House
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., Culinary
Cafe, Eckles Hall
Mix and mingle with CAFNR parents,
faculty, staff and students. Complimentary
breakfast buffet. An RSVP by September
22 is appreciated to (573) 882-8302
or danilesmr@missouri.edu.
School of Nursing Open House
8:30-10:30am, Sinclair School of Nursing
Building
Open for tours, faculty available to
meet parents/family members and
refreshments will be served.
College of Arts and Science Advisement
Center: Open for Vistiors:
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., 107 Lowry
College of Education Open House
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Townsend Lobby
Stop by to enjoy a continental breakfast,
guided tours of classrooms and the
Reflector, academic and organizational
information tables, undergraduate
course work and visit with faculty,
administrators and students.
Chancellor’s Family Weekend Open House
10:00 a.m. - Noon, Francis Quadrangle
The Chancellor and “First Lady of
Mizzou” Dr. Anne Deaton invite students
and their families to an open house at
their residence-the oldest building on
the oldest public University campus
west of the Mississippi River.
Engineering Open House
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Lafferre Hall
Come visit the College of Engineering
and see demonstrations from various
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26:
*FOOTBALL GAME:
MU vs. Miami (Ohio)
Kick Off - 1 p.m.
Faurot Field, Memorial Stadium
engineering departments in our new
undergraduate labs! You will have the
opportunity to speak with our deans,
faculty and student organizations while
enjoying ice cream and light refreshments.
*Family Weekend at the Craft Studio!
We’re pulling out all of our Black n’ Gold
supplies and tiger stencils for you and
your family to come in and make Mizzou
themed crafts. Paint, collage, glue,
embellish, stencil, emboss, and rubber
stamp your way to Mizzou decorated
shenanigans! You must sign up for a time
slot (through Family Weekend online
registration). If you miss your time slot
we will be unable to accommodate
you. Cost: $2 per person ages 3+.
*Parent Breakfast with
the Vice Chancellor
9:00 a.m. Great Room,
Reynolds Alumni Center
Vice Chancellor Cathy Scroggs extends
a special invitation to parents and
students for Sunday breakfast. Wrap
up your Mizzou weekend with great
food and conversation while you
learn more about the Mizzou student
experience. Seating is limited; open
to families who pre-registered
paid tickets are encouraged and available
through Family Weekend registration.
Sponsored by Campus Dining Services
Brunch at Mizzou Hillel
10:00 a.m.; Event is free but
reservations are preferred
Film: Toy Story 3
7:00 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.
Wrench Auditorium, Memorial
Student Union
Admission is $1. Sponsored by the
MSA/GPC Films Committee.
University Bookstore Hours
Noon – 6:00 p.m.
Mizzou Family Fun Fest
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Kuhlman Court,
just north of the MU Student Center
Rain location: Stotler Lounge
Have a little tiger in your group? Join the
Student Union Programming Board for fun
games and activities for kids ages 2-10.
Family Weekend Pre-Game Meal
10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at three
residential dining locations: Pavilion
at Dobbs, Plaza 900 and Rollins
Join us for a traditional pre-game meal in a
location your student enjoys everyday! Guest
servers, Truman the Tiger and lots of black
and gold will provide a festive atmosphere for
fans preparing to cheer on the Tigers! PreUniversity of Missouri
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If You Are Hosting Your Own Tailgate
Many families and fans choose to have
their own tailgate in one of the surrounding
parking lots or garages. If you are planning
to host your own pre-game experience,
be sure to have your favorite snacks and
beverages. Keep in mind that no kegs or
bulk quantities of alcohol are allowed in
vehicles or anywhere near the stadium.
Remember that University alcohol policies
are still in place, and it is illegal for anyone
under 21 to consume alcohol. Barbecue grills
are allowed in parking lots but not in garages.
Be Safe!
Make sure you don’t leave valuables
in plain sight in your vehicle. If
you bring a purse or bag, it will be
searched as you enter the stadium.
Restrooms
Temporary restrooms are provided in
designated parking areas. Stadium
restrooms that open to both the concourse
and parking areas will be switched from
outside access to inside access one
hour prior to game time. Baby changing
stations are available in most restrooms
except inside gate 6E and 6W.
How Do I Get To the Stadium
From My Tailgate or Parking?
Walk! The stadium is just west of the
Hearnes Center. Follow the directions
of the police officers who are directing
traffic. Be sure to look at the signs
above the gates to see which entrance
is closest to your seat. Gates will open
90 minutes before game time.
Ticketing Procedures
Gates to Memorial Stadium will open
90 minutes prior to kickoff. All persons
attending must have a ticket (as a courtesy,
children age two and under are admitted
at no charge, provided they do not take
up a seat). Reserved ticket locations are
identified by a single letter (West Side),
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Expect Game Day Traffic
All Residence Halls Will Be Locked
Allow plenty of time to get to the stadium.
Typically, roads and parking lots are
crowded on game days, so plan some
extra time for traffic delays. Plan some
extra time for parking as well. Many
lots and garages are available around
campus for free or a small fee. As you
head toward your tailgate, make sure to
follow directions of those people directing
traffic. Only cross at designated spots.
If you need to get into a residence hall, be
sure to take your student with you. All halls
will be locked all weekend and will require
a Student ID of a resident for entrance.
What Not To Bring
Memorial Stadium does not allow
umbrellas, strollers, coolers, video
cameras, pets, outside food or drink,
weapons, or backpacks. Please leave
these items at home or in your car.
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What To Wear
Gold! The athletic department at Mizzou
encourages all fans to wear gold to all
games. You can get some great black and
gold Mizzou gear at the MU Bookstore
on Friday for 25% off or at the Tiger
Team Store on Game Day. Make sure
you have your sunscreen. You might
also consider bringing a rain poncho.
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double letter (East Side), or section number
(South End zone). General Admission ticket
seating is on the grass hill overlooking
the North End Zone. Students using their
student season tickets must sit in the
student section and will not be permitted
to sit with reserved ticketholders. This
includes their families. Students wishing
to sit with their family will need to have
purchased a ticket next to their family.
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Will Call
All orders placed within 6 business days
of an event will be held in WILL CALL.
(For example, tickets ordered on or
after Friday, September 2 for a football
game on Saturday, September 10, are
placed in WILL CALL.) To pick up tickets
at WILL CALL all customers must show a
valid photo ID. The person ordering the
tickets MUST be the person picking up
the tickets. Any alterations to this policy
must be arranged with the University of
Missouri Ticket Office in advance of the
event. The ticket office and WILL CALL
window will close at the end of halftime.
How Do I Leave the Stadium?
As you leave, you may notice traffic is
heavy once again. Please look for the
officers who are directing traffic. Some
streets will be designated as righthand turn only. Pay close attention
and follow the officers’ instructions
to be sure you get out safely.
the corner of Stadium Blvd. and Monk
Drive that is monitored as a familyfriendly zone for a fee of $15 per vehicle.
Please refer to the parking map for more
information. All locations listed above
are for passenger vehicles only. RVs and
buses will not be allowed in these parking
areas; visit the Bus/RV Parking page for
more information on those vehicles.
WHERE TO PARK
Those who wish to park in close
proximity of Memorial Stadium have
many options from which to choose.
There are seven on-campus garages
(including the new Parking Structure
#7). Most are FREE of charge with
the exceptions of 1) Maryland Avenue
garage located at the corner of Maryland
Avenue and Hospital Drive, and 2) the
new Parking Structure #7, located at the
corner of Monk Dr. and Virginia Ave. The
fee for both garages is $15 per vehicle.
There is a general public parking lot at
Please note that all lots immediately
surrounding the stadium are lots
reserved for donors to the Tiger
Scholarship Fund. For more information
on acquiring donor parking, please call
the Tiger Scholarship Fund at (573)
882-0704 or visit TSF-Mizzou.com.
On game days, the Missouri Department
of Transportation and the Missouri State
Highway Patrol prohibit parking on the
shoulder of either side of Providence
Blvd., from Stadium Blvd. south to Reactor
Field. Cones are placed on the prohibited
areas to facilitate pedestrian walkways
to the stadium on Providence.
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Faurot Field/Memorial Stadium is the
center of Tiger football. The traditional
block “M,” arranged by the freshman
class of 1927, guards the stadium’s
north end zone. In the 1950s, a group of
pranksters changed the “M” to an “N”
the night before the Missouri-Nebraska
game. The MU groundskeeper, with the
help of some young boys who gained
free admission to the game in exchange
for their assistance, restored the “M” to
its proper form before kickoff. Seating
capacity is listed at just more than 68,000.
Parents are an integral part of the
Mizzou family. The university recognizes
the critical role you play and strives to
create a positive partnership with you.
Marching Mizzou, also known as the “Big
‘M’ of the Midwest,” is one of the most
visible ensembles in the School of Music
and is the largest student organization
on campus. Composed of students from
nearly every major within the university,
this time-honored organization combines
quality musicianship, spirit, pride and
dedication to create their nationally
renowned gridiron excitement.
EVERY TRUE SON LYRICS
Every true son, so happy hearted,
Skies above us are blue.
There’s a spirit so deep within us,
Old Missouri, here’s to you! (Rah! Rah!)
When the band plays the Tiger war song,
And when the fray is through,
We will tramp, tramp, tramp
around the columns
With a cheer for old Mizzou!
Hit it!
Hooray! Hurrah! Mizzou! Mizzou!
Hooray! Hurrah! Mizzou! Mizzou!
Hooray! Hurrah! And a
Bully for Ol’ Mizzou!
Rah rah rah rah!
Mizzou-Rah! Mizzou-Rah!
Mizzou-Rah! Tigers!
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Parent Assistance Line: (888) 631-1098
E-mail: parents@missouri.edu
Web: mizzouparents.missouri.edu
Mizzou’s Mascot
Mizzou became known as the Fighting
Tigers as a tribute to a group of Columbia
citizens who defended the town from
Guerilla fighters in the 1890s. Although
the Bengal tiger mascot has been around
for years, he was not officially named
Truman until 1986. Truman’s name was
chosen as boy students as a nod to the
only Missouri-bred U.S. President.
FIGHT TIGERS LYRICS
Fight, Tiger, fight for Old Mizzou.
Right behind you everyone is with you.
Break the line and follow
down the field.
And you’ll be, on the top, up on the top!
Fight, Tiger, you will always win.
Proudly keep the colors flying skyward.
In the end you’ll win the victory,
So, Tigers fight for Old Mizzou!
The Office of Parent Relations serves
as the primary liaison between the
university and MU parents. We plan,
develop and implement specific
programs and services designed to
inform, educate and assist MU families.
Be sure to submit your contact information
under the “Stay Informed” section of our
Web site to receive monthly e-newsletters
just for parents, as well as important
updates from MU. Browse our list of
recommended readings for parents of
college students, view the frequently
asked questions or simply locate a phone
number or Web site of an office you’d like
to contact. Above all, don’t ever hesitate
to contact our office with questions
or concerns—we are here for you.
We hope you’ll take full advantage of the
services and resources that the Office of
Parent Relations provides. We are your
link to the university, and we welcome
your feedback. Best of luck to you and
your student this year, and we look
forward to seeing you on campus!
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Old Missouri, fair Missouri
Dear old varsity.
Ours are hearts that fondly love thee,
Here’s a health to thee.
Chorus: Proud art thou
in classic beauty
Of thy noble past.
With thy watch words: honor, duty,
Thy high fame shall last!
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CULTURAL OFFERINGS
Columbia residents are enthusiastic
patrons of the arts. The “We Always
Swing” Jazz Series and University
Concert Series book headline
entertainment throughout the year.
Other offerings include 9th Street
Summer Fest Concert Series, Shelter
Gardens Summer Sunday Concerts;
theatre productions by Columbia
Entertainment Company, Maplewood
Barn Theatre, and the MU and
Stephens College theatre departments.
The University of Missouri’s
Museum of Art and Archaeology
and Museum of Anthropology along
with Stephens College Historical
Costume Research Library all offer
special workshops, rotating exhibits
and permanent collections.
The District and Tri-Campus areas
are home to many artists, several of
whom open their studios to the public.
Downtown galleries and shops offer
handcrafted designs; three galleries
have been recognized by NICHE
magazine’s list of Top 100 retailers
of American Craft. The North Village
Arts District is becoming populated
with many one of a kind galleries
and art-related entrepreneurs.
FOOD AND SPIRITS IN COLUMBIA
Known as The District (www.
discoverthedistrict.com), Columbia’s
vibrant downtown is a re-not-so-squareblock area offering culinary experiences
that include boutiques with an olive oil
tasting bar, a chocolatier, organic and
ethnic grocers, as well as numerous
chef-owned and entrepreneurial
restaurants. Contemporary American
fare is available at local establishments
such as Addison’s, Sycamore, Boone
Tavern and Flat Branch Pub & Brewing.
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Steaks are the feature at Mackenzie’s
Prime and Forge and Vine. Upscale
bistros include Tellers, Bleu and
The Wine Cellar. Alums flock to
long standing traditions such as
Shakespeare’s Pizza, CJ’s Hot Wings
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and Booche’s, a century-old billiards
parlor that was ranked by USA Today
in 2005 as having the country’s best
road food burger. Vegetarians can
find delicious organic options at Main
Squeeze. Ethnic offerings include
Bangkok Gardens, a “cultural fusion”
Thai restaurant, and Sake, which
offers Japanese selections. Locally
owned Italian, Mexican, Indian, Korean,
Chinese and Mediterranean restaurants
are scattered throughout The District.
If you’re looking for the classic
American diner experience, The
Broadway Diner is housed in a 1940’s
Valentine diner; Lucy’s Café serves 3
squares a day, including home-made
biscuits, and Ernie’s has been serving
blue-plate specials since 1934. If you
need a shot of caffeine, check out the
house-roasted offerings at Lakota, or
the “rocket fuel” specialty at Coffee
Zone. Kaldi’s is a great place to meet
friends and enjoy a cup with some
delicious pastries. Other dining districts
are located on Columbia’s “south
side”, which has several independent
restaurants and casual eateries. The
Les Bourgeois Winery and Bistro in
Rocheport, just 15 minutes away, offers
a variety of experiences: fine dining,
wine-tasting, casual wine and picnic
basket style dining with a spectacular
bluff-top view of the Missouri River.
FESTIVALS
Columbia’s active lifestyle includes
a number of high quality festivals
throughout the year. The festival
season kicks off in March with the
True/False Film Festival, an innovative,
nationally acclaimed event celebrating
the art of independent documentaries
and films. The Memorial Weekend
Salute to Veterans offers the largest
free air show in the Midwest. For
more than 50 years, on the first
weekend of June, Art in the Park has
been mid-Missouri’s largest juried
outdoor fine arts fair with visual artists,
hands-on activities, and live music.
The JW Boone Ragtime and Early
Jazz festival in mid-June spotlights
American’s unique music genre. The
third weekend of September brings
the Heritage Festival, with the arrival
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of October comes the Roots N Blues N
BBQ Festival and the Citizen Jane Film
Festival. Columbia is even festive in
winter; with the Living Windows Festival
held on the first Friday of December and
First Night Columbia on New Year’s Eve.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Preservation of green space and a diverse
park system provide numerous recreation
opportunities. Columbia connects to the
Katy Trail State Park via the MKT Trail.
Both the 9 mile MKT and the 225 mile
Katy were built on the bed of the old
Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad. As the
longest, non-motorized segment of the
Lewis and Clark Heritage Trail, the Katy
Trail offers modern day explorers a unique
way to discover the Missouri River Valley.
Mighty-MO Canoe Rental offers guided
RESOURCES
canoe and kayak excursions on the river
every Saturday from mid-May to October,
weather permitting. (www.mighty-mo.
com) The Eagle Bluffs Conservation
Area is located southwest of Columbia at
McBaine. This 4,286-acre area is known
for shorebird and migratory game bird
viewing. Seasonally flooded wetlands
attract numerous species of birds,
making this a top site for bird watchers
and migratory game bird hunters.
The Missouri River flows along the
western border of the area and Perche
Creek flows along the eastern border.
Driving Directions to Eagle Bluffs from
Columbia: Go south on Providence Road
(Route K) past the village of McBaine.
Continue across Perche Creek and
turn left on Star School Road.
Important Academic Dates
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FALL SEMESTER 2010
DAY
DATE
Classwork begins @ 8:00 a.m.
Mon
August 23
Labor Day Holiday (no classes)
Mon
September 06
Thanksgiving recess begins
@ close of day*
Sat
November 20
Classwork resumes @ 8:00 a.m.
Mon
November 29
Classwork ends @ close of day*
Wed
December 08
Reading Day
Thu
December 09
Final examinations begin
Fri
December 10
Fall semester closes @ 5:30 p.m.
Fri
December 17
Fri / Sat
December 17 & 18
SPRING SEMESTER 2011
DAY
DATE
Martin Luther King Holiday (no classes)
Mon
January 17
Classwork begins @ 8:00 a.m.
Tue
January 18
Spring Recess begins @ close of day*
Sat
March 26
Classwork resumes @ 8:00 a.m.
Mon
April 04
Classwork ends @ close of day*
Wed
May 04
Reading Day
Thu
May 05
Final examinations begin
Fri
May 06
Commencement
Spring semester closes @ 5:30 p.m.
Commencement
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Where to shop. What to do. Where
toof stay.
University
Missouri
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May 13
Fri, Sat, Su
13, 14 & 15
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RESOURCES
RESOURCES
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BAHAI
The Boone County Bahai
boonebahai.missouri.org
BSU, Baptist Student Union
Greek Orthodox Church
Saint Luke the Evangelist
1510 Audubon Dr.
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 817-0050
saintlukecolumbia.org
(573) 817-2591
info@comobahai.org
comobahai.org
812 Hitt Street
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 449-3843
info@mizzoubsu.org
www.mizzoubsu.org
BUDDHIST
Campus Crusade for Christ
1205 University Ave., Suite 1900
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 239-0872
www.ifcolumbia.org
Boonville One Drop Zendo
1205 University Ave.
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 499-4710
mizzoucru.com/home
Latter-Day Saints
Student Association
Baha’I Faith of Columbia
(Formerly Columbia Zen Center)
Boonville, MO
(660) 882-3930
odz@sbcglobal.net
zen.columbia.missouri.org
Buddhist Association at MU
MU Campus
students.missouri.edu/~muba
Mid-America Buddhist
Association
299 Heger Lane
Augusta, MO 63332-1445
(636) 482-4037
office@maba-usa.org
www.maba-usa.org/home.html
CHRISTIAN (LGBT
Friendly)
Christ the King
Agape Church
515 Hickman Avenue
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 999-5810
CTKinfo@kingsgrace.org
www.kingsgrace.org/
CTK/index.html
St. Thomas More Newman
Center, Catholic
701 Maryland Avenue
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 449-5424
newmancentercolumbia.org
Rock Bridge
Christian Church
301 Green Meadows Road
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 442-4677
info@rockbridgecc.org
www.rockbridgecc.org
Unitarian Universalist
Church of Columbia
2615 Shepard Boulevard
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 442-5764
uuchurch@uuchurch.net
www.uuchurch.net
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CHRISTIAN (Student
Affiliations)
Campus Lutheran Church
304 South College Avenue
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 442-5942
office@campuslutheran.org
campuslutheran.
ctsmemberconnect.net
Chi Alpha Campus Ministry
1038 Southpark Dr.
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 449-9451
mizzouxa@yahoo.com
www.mizzouxa.com
Christian Campus House
704 S. College Avenue
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 442-6443
office@campuslutheran.org
www.mizzoucch.org
Christian Legal Society
203 Hulston Hall
Columbia, MO 65211
law.missouri.edu/cls
Christian Scholars Forum
International Friends
305 South College Blvd.
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 443-3055
www.ldsces.org/iws1/
index.aspx?p=60427
Liahona Student Fellowship
1211 University Ave.
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 449-6990
students.missouri.edu/~liahona
RUF, Reformed University
Fellowship, Presbyterian
(573) 529-3142
www.mizzou.ruf.org
Second Missionary
Baptist Church
JEWISH
204 S. Ninth St.
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 443-3111
wesley@wesleycm.org
www.wesleycm.org
407 East Broadway
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 449-4703
2ndbc.com
Congregation Beth Shalom
CHRISTIAN
(Predominately
African-American)
Simpson Chapel
AME Church
African Methodist Episcopal
2707 County Road 269
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 387-4696
Fifth Street Christian
Church
HINDU
401 N 5th Street
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 442-7713
Shanthi Mandir
Mt Celestial Baptist Church
1410 Grand Ave
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 444-4318
Mt Hope Baptist Church
6881 E. Mount Hope Rd
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 474-9783
Saint Paul AME Church
African Methodist Episcopal
501 Park Avenue
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 449-5823
Hindu Temple and
Community Center
of Mid Missouri
2006 Holly Ave.
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 814-1286
shanthimandir.missouri.
org/index.htm
500 W. Green Meadows Road
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 499-4855
CBSoffice@tranquility.net
www.cbsmo.org
Mizzou Hillel, Jewish
Campus Center
1107 University Avenue
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 443-7460
Kerry@mizzouhillel.org
www.mizzouhillel.org
PAGAN
Hearthfires: Mid-Missouri
Pagan Spiritual Alliance
413 Hirth
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 823-1725
Hearthfi res@yahoo.com
www.hearthfi res.org/index.htm
ISLAMIC
Islamic Center of
Central Missouri
201 S. 5th St.
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 875-4633
www.theiccm.org
Newman Center, Catholic
St. Thomas More Newman Center
701 Maryland Avenue
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 449-5424
campus.ministry@
newmancentercolumbia.org
newmancentercolumbia.org
The Rock
www.columbiarock.com
cfsf.missouri.edu
Unitarian Universalist
Church of Columbia
Columbia Korean
Baptist Church
2615 Shepard Boulevard
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 442-5764
uuchurch@uuchurch.net
www.uuchurch.net
3601 Interstate 70 Dr. NW
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 446-6036
Wesley, United Methodist
Campus Ministry
Crossfire Campus Ministry
Fairview Road Church of Christ
201 S. Fairview Road
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 445-2213
www.fairviewroad.org/college
Episcopal Campus Ministry
PO Box 76
Columbia, MO 65205
(573) 529-0762
ecmbia.org
Veritas
3615 Southland Dr
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 256-4410
veritasmizzou@gmail.com
www.veritasmizzou.com
Vine Campus Ministry
(Presbyterian)
First Presbyterian Church
16 Hitt Street
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 442-1164
www.fpccolumbia.org/college
University of Missouri
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RESOURCES
RESOURCES
COMMON CONTACTS:
DEPARTMENT
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DEPARTMENT
PHONE
Campus Information
(573) 882-2121
Academic Retention Services
888-570-1136
Adaptive Computing Technology Center
Admissions Office
(573) 884-2828
(573) 882-7786
WEB ADDRESS
doit.missouri.edu/help/
adaptive.html
admissions.missouri.edu
Athletics
(573) 882-6501
mutigers.com
Athletic Ticket Office
(573) 884-7297
mutigers.com
(800) 228-7297
Campus Dining Services
(573) 882-7611
(573) 882-3663
mubookstore.com
dining.missouri.edu
Career Center
(573) 882-6801
career.missouri.edu
Cashiers
(573) 882-3097
cashiers.missouri.edu
Counseling Center
(573) 882-6601
counseling.missouri.edu
(573) 882-4696
disabilityservices.missouri.edu
Disability Services
(573) 882-8054 TTY
doit.missouri.edu
Division of Student Affairs
(573) 882-6776
Financial Aid
(573) 882-7506
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mizzouparents@missouri.edu
Parking and Transportation Services
(573) 882-4568
parking.missouri.edu
Recreation Complex
(573) 882-2066
mizzourec.com
Registrar (Univ)
(573) 882-7881
registrar.missouri.edu
(800) 225-6075 *
Residential Life
(573) 882-7275
Student Health Center
(573) 882-7481
studenthealth.missouri.edu
Student Legal Services
(573) 882-3621
students.missouri.edu/~sls
Student Life
(573) 882-3780
studenetlife.missouri.
edu/get_involved
Student Loan Repayment Center
(573) 882-6654
muloans.missouri.edu
Student Success Center
(573) 882-6803
success.missouri.edu
Visitor Relations
(573) 882-6333
(800) 856-2181
Wellness Resource Center
(573) 882-4634
wellness.missouri.edu
* Toll free in Missouri, Kansas & Illinois
PHONE
(573) 882-8301
sfa.missouri.edu
School of Natural Resources
(573) 882-7045
College of Arts & Science
(573) 884-9700
School of Music
(573) 882-2604
Trulaske College of Business
(573) 882-7073
School of Accountancy
(573) 882-4463
College of Education
(573) 882-7831
School of Information Science
and Learning Technologies
(573) 884-2670
College of Engineering
(573) 882-4375
Honors College
(573) 882-3893
Graduate School
(573) 882-6311
Harry S Truman School
of Public Affairs
(573) 882-3304
School of Health Professions
(573) 882-8011
College of Human
Environmental Sciences
(573) 882-6424
School of Social Work
(573) 882-6206
School of Journalism
(573) 882-1045
School of Law
(573) 882-6487
School of Medicine
(573) 882-2923
Sinclair School of Nursing
(573) 882-0277
College of Veterinary
Medicine
(573) 882-3554
(573) 882-2173
pfp.missouri.edu/financial
Greek Life
(573) 882-8291
mugreeklife.com
Honors College
(573) 882-3893
honors.missouri.edu
ID Office
(573) 882-1871
Iatservices.missouri.
edu/id-cards
International Center
(573) 882-6007
international.missouri.edu
Learning Center
(573) 882-2493
learningcenter.missouri.edu
Libraries
(573) 882-4701
mulibraries.missouri.edu
Marching Mizzou
(573) 882-3438
mubands.missouri.
edu/bands/m2
mizzou.com
University of Missouri
reslife.missouri.edu
(800) 225-6075 *
studentaffairs.missouri.edu
Financial Success
(573) 882-6611
(888) 631-1098
College of Agriculture, Food
and Natural Resources
(800) 225-6075 *
Mizzou Alumni Association
mupolice.com
Parent Relations
ACADEMIC UNITS
(573) 882-2000
Division of IT
WEB ADDRESS
(573) 882-7201
ars.missouri.edu
(800) 225-6075 *
Bookstore
PHONE
MU Police Department (MUPD) Non Emergency
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Mizzou Athletics
Drury Inn - Columbia
MU Counseling Center
Please see ad on p. 18.
The Gathering Place Bed & Breakfast
Please see ad on p. 29.
ATTRACTIONS
Please see ad on p. 14.
Please see ad on p. 21.
MU Libraries
Please see ad on p. 21.
Student Health Services
Please see ad on p. 14.
A.L. Gustin Golf Course
Please see ad on p. 28.
TRANSPORTATION
MizzouRec - Brewer Breakfast
WeCar
Please see ad on p. 2.
Please see ad on p. 11.
MizzouRec - Missouri Grand Prix
Please see ad on back cover.
BANKING & FINANCIAL SERVICES
Tigers Credit Union
Please see ads on p. 19 & p. 24.
HOUSING
Residential Life
Please see ad on p. 13.
SHOPPING & SERVICES
University of Missouri Bookstore
Please see ad on p. 5.
ProDental
Please see ad on p. 27.
Weil Tire & Automotive
Please see ad on right.
STUDENT SERVICES
Aetna Student Health
Please see ad on p. 19.
Memorial Student Union
Please see ad on facing page.
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