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Category: Features
Freedom scholarship founder recalls creating first UCM African-American scholarship
The Freedom Scholarship is awarded every year at the University of Central Missouri in conjunction with the university and its alumni foundation. The scholarships are awarded at the Freedom Scholarship… Read more »
Grad student combats homelessness with Salvation Army
A graduate student at the University of Central Missouri landed a job that has helped diversify her experience as an individual and a student. Eliza Ridenhour is pursuing a Master… Read more »
Film student travels to Iowa to make documentary
A documentary film about a commune in southern Iowa by a UCM film student provided some insight about his family’s little-discussed past. As a project for his documentary class, Zach… Read more »
The Ultimate Blowout attracts students
Students let their inner pop star and gamer shine through at the beginning of the month. UCM students took time out of their busy schedules to attend the Ultimate Blowout… Read more »
The “Batman Damned” incident: A weird moment in Batman’s history
In general, every iconic superhero has experienced some weird moments in their history. Batman, the Caped Crusader himself, is no exception. For example, in 2008, Christopher Nolan and Warner Bros… Read more »
Haunted corn maze raises funds for UCM Agriculture Club
This maze isn’t your average, everyday corn maze. It’s a haunted corn maze filled with evil clowns, Michael Myers, guts and an angry farmer with a chainsaw — so enter… Read more »
International food show features almost 30 dishes
Students, faculty and community members got a taste of different cultures without having to leave town. On Sunday, the International Student Organization hosted more than 150 guests for the International… Read more »
International alumnus back after 28 years
Twenty-eight years and a trip across the world later, one University of Central Missouri alum and his two sons are having a literal homecoming. Abdul Mutalib Shahab graduated from Central… Read more »
Nacho average group: The Nacho Society
Have you ever wanted to officially rate nachos at restaurants? You can. The Nacho Society is a group based out of Warrensburg that rates nachos for fun from local restaurants…. Read more »