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Most childhood gun violence victims in MU study were not targeted

May 2, 2023 11:33 AM Mitchell Kaminski

The study, published in the Journal of Surgical Research, also found that childhood gun injuries are the leading cause of death among American children.

Hundreds attend vigil honoring MU student who died

April 24, 2023 4:49 PM Avery Roehler

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Hundreds of mostly MU students and some family members attended a candlelit vigil Monday to honor Kennedy G. Carter, who passed away Thursday, April 20. The vigil was held at Tradition’s Plaza, just south of Jesse Hall on the University of Missouri’s campus. Kennedy’s sister, Carley, read Bible verses and Kennedy’s obituary.

Defendant in University of Missouri hazing case takes plea deal

April 24, 2023 1:00 PM Matthew Sanders

One of several men charged in connection with a University of Missouri fraternity pledge’s alcohol poisoning at a party took a plea deal Monday.

Investigation underway after MU student dies at apartment Thursday morning

April 21, 2023 7:02 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri Police Department is investigating the death of a nursing student. MU spokesman Christian Basi told ABC 17 News that MUPD responded to a call Thursday morning for an unresponsive person at The Rise on 9th apartment complex at 915 Locust Street, which is leased by MU Residential Life.

UM Board of Curators approves hiring for $150 million project

April 20, 2023 7:55 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri Board of Curators approved a request to start hiring for a $150 million project. In support of Mizzou Forward initiatives in New Frontiers in Science, Engineering, and Technology, over the next five years the College of Engineering and the College of Arts and Science expects to recruit up

UM Board of Curators discuss new engineering building and research reactor

April 20, 2023 5:56 AM Nia Hinson

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) On Thursday, the University of Missouri Board of Curators met to discuss improvements to the university’s campus, including a larger engineering and applied sciences building. According to the university, over the next five years, it expects to bring in 100 new faculty, and undergraduate and graduate students to the College of Engineering

Parson appoints three to UM Board of Curators

April 17, 2023 6:16 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Gov. Mike Parson’s office announced in a Monday press release that the governor appointed three people to the University of Missouri Board of Curators. The three people appointed are Robert Blitz, Robert Fry and Jeanne Sinquefield. Blitz, of St. Louis, serves as a partner at Blitz, Bardgett & Deutsch Law firm. He

MU Remembers ceremony includes students who died; Samuel Clemons, Hallie Phillips among those honored

April 14, 2023 3:35 PM Mitchell Kaminski

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Mid-Missouri residents joined the University of Missouri campus community Friday afternoon for the MU Remembers Ceremony. The event — held at 4 p.m. at Jesse Hall — is an annual wreath-laying ceremony to remember the lives of students, faculty and staff that have passed away during this past year. Students Hallie Phillips and

Large University of Missouri police presence was response to suicide threat

April 13, 2023 10:50 PM Mitchell Kaminski

A large University of Missouri police response on campus April 7 was related to a suicide threat.

First trial date set in Columbia fraternity hazing case

April 13, 2023 12:55 PM Matthew Sanders

The first trial date has been set against the defendants accused in connection with a University of Missouri fraternity pledge’s alcohol poisoning in October 2021.

Three accused in FIJI hazing case appear in court, next court dates set

April 10, 2023 8:51 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A hearing for three men accused in the hazing incident that left a University of Missouri student disabled had a hearing on Monday. Samuel J. Morrison, Blake A. Morsovillo and John James O’Neill are charged with hazing – life endangerment. A motion to continue was filed and granted. Morsovillo and O’Neill are

Medical students lead Narcan training at MU

April 6, 2023 11:32 AM Nia Hinson

Two University of Missouri medical students plan to train other students Thursday on using naloxone, the drug also known as Narcan, in the case of suspected overdoses.

MUPD warns students about ‘sextortion’ scams

April 5, 2023 5:59 PM Marina Diaz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri Police Department has received 10 reports of extortion involving sexual pictures throughout this academic year. The scam — known as “sextortion” — often targets college students according to the Department and often happens over social media apps like Instagram and Snapchat. “Sextortion scammers often begin a conversation flirting

MU addresses students in mental health crisis

April 5, 2023 7:49 PM Avery Roehler

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri faculty discussed advancements in advertising mental health resources for students at its General Faculty Meeting on Wednesday. In 2022, 69% of higher-education students reported the reason they considered stopping coursework was due to emotional stress, according to the 2023 Lumina State of Higher Education Mental Health Report. The

Man accused of hazing Danny Santulli to go to trial

April 3, 2023 8:34 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A University of Missouri student is set to go to trial over his alleged role in a hazing incident that left Danny Santulli disabled. Ryan P. Delanty, 21, of Ballwin, is charged with hazing causing life endangerment – a felony – and supplying liquor to a minor, a misdemeanor. A hearing was held

University of Missouri set to host 32nd annual Spring Greek Week blood drive

April 3, 2023 4:40 AM Joushua Blount

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri has partnered with Red Cross to prepare for its 32nd annual “Spring Greek Week” blood drive. The drive is scheduled from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday, April 3. – Wednesday, April 5. at Mizzou Rec. Red Cross says during the 2022 Spring Greek Week blood drive a little

Travel increases during spring break as popular destinations have safety concerns

March 25, 2023 7:09 PM Abby Landwehr

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The first day of break for Mid-Missouri schools fell on Saturday for the University of Missouri, Columbia Public Schools and Jefferson City Schools. Often, the month of March proves to be one of the busiest for travel. And with 2023 travel numbers up, this year is no different according to the TSA’s

University of Missouri replaces diversity statement in hiring process

March 24, 2023 10:03 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri is changing some value statements for the school’s hiring process. A letter from UM System President Mun Choi says the school will ask applicants to share their experiences and expertise that show diversity. The university will no longer use the diversity faculty hiring rubric that was developed in 2018,

MU announces initiative for new research reactor

March 23, 2023 4:02 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri announced an initiative Thursday to build a new, larger research reactor. In April, the University of Missouri will issue a Request for Qualification/Request for Proposal to get interest from qualified parties to provide preliminary designs and industry partnerships. The request also will support preparation of regulatory requirements for potential construction

Five MU professors awarded Kemper Fellowship

March 21, 2023 9:02 PM Isabella Roberts

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) On Tuesday, five University of Missouri teachers were awarded with the Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence. The peer-nominated award includes a $15,000 stipend for each instructor. Clinical professor Lea Ann Lowery, an MU alumnus, is one of the recipients who was surprised with the award during a meeting Tuesday. Lowery developed the