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sports14 days ago•8 min saved

Sophie Cunningham Returns to Missouri for Homecoming Amid WNBA Playoff Exit

Sophie Cunningham returned to the University of Missouri for homecoming weekend, wearing a hat with the word 'WOMAN' on the front and 'No Cis, just' on the side. The visit coincided with the Indiana Fever's elimination from the WNBA playoffs and Cunningham's selection into the Missouri Hall of Fame Class of 2026. While some outlets framed the hat as a direct response to critics of women's basketball, others highlighted the warm reception she received from local fans and the university. Cunningham had previously criticized the WNBA for perceived double standards in officiating and player conduct during the recent postseason.

via Fox News|

#college-football #indiana-fever #sophie-cunningham

sports1 month ago•7 min saved

Mizzou Opens Season at Renovated Stadium Against Arkansas-Pine Bluff

The University of Missouri kicks off its 2026 football season with a home game against Arkansas-Pine Bluff at the newly renovated Memorial Stadium. The match features quarterback Austin Simmons in his first start, with the team ranked No. 25 nationally. The game is sold out, and the stadium's $250 million renovation includes a new North End Zone. While Simmons has shown high potential, consistency remains a key focus for the offense.

via Covers.com|

#austin-simmons #college-football #memorial-stadium

local-news1 month ago•4 min saved

Former Mizzou Student Corbin Rodenberg in Critical Condition After Falling from Harpo's Rooftop Bar

Corbin Rodenberg, 21, is in critical condition after falling from the rooftop bar at Harpo's in downtown Columbia on Sunday night. He suffered multiple skull fractures and a broken pelvis. The incident occurred around 9:05 p.m., leading to a police response and street closure. Rodenberg is a former University of Missouri student and 2023 graduate of Chillicothe High School. A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $3,900 for his family. The city of Columbia confirmed the bar's guardrails met safety codes at the time of its 2018 inspection.

via ABC17NEWS|

#chillicothe-high-school #columbia-missouri #corbin-rodenberg

local-news1 month ago

Former Mizzou Student in Critical Condition After Falling from Harpo's Rooftop Bar in Columbia

Corbin Rodenberg, 21, is in critical condition after falling from the rooftop bar at Harpo's in downtown Columbia on Sunday night. He is a former University of Missouri student and 2023 graduate of Chillicothe High School, where he played football. Medical reports indicate multiple skull fractures and a broken pelvis, with doctors working to relieve pressure on his brain. A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $3,900 for his family, and city officials confirmed the bar's guardrails met safety codes at the time of construction.

via ABC17NEWS|

#chillicothe #columbia #critical-condition

science2 months ago

Gaia Data Reveals Star Formation Ratios Vary by Environment, Challenging Universal Mass Models

A University of Missouri team has provided direct evidence that the Initial Mass Function (IMF), a standard tool for estimating galaxy mass, is not universal. By analyzing 110 star clusters in the Milky Way using European Space Agency Gaia data, researchers found that the ratio of high-mass to low-mass stars varies based on local environmental conditions, such as gas temperature and density. This variation suggests that previous estimates of stellar mass in distant galaxies may be systematically biased. The findings offer a potential explanation for the unexpectedly massive early galaxies observed by the James Webb Space Telescope, as hotter conditions in the early universe likely produced fewer low-mass stars, altering the conversion factor between observed light and total mass. While the IMF remains a useful tool, the study recommends replacing fixed universal models with environmentally adaptive frameworks to improve cosmological accuracy.

via Futura, le média qui explore le monde|

#astronomy #galaxy-formation #initial-mass-function

sports10 months ago•3 min saved

Mizzou and Tennessee Make Key Staff Changes in SEC Football

Mizzou football has rehired Jake Breske as President of Player Personnel and Recruiting, bringing him back to lead their recruiting efforts and talent evaluation, leveraging his extensive experience from Tennessee and previous tenure at Mizzou.

via University of Missouri Athletics|

#football #jake-breske #mizzou

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"University of Missouri's Memorial Stadium Set for $250 Million Renovation"

The University of Missouri has approved a $250 million renovation project for Memorial Stadium's north concourse, set to be completed by the 2026 season. The renovations will include multiple levels of premium seating, upgrades to stadium Wi-Fi, concessions, and restrooms, as well as an increase in capacity to approximately 65,000. Half of the funding will come from donations, with the remainder from internal sources and future revenue. The project aims to maintain competitiveness in the Southeastern Conference and honor the school's traditions while enhancing the fan experience.

via St. Louis Post-Dispatch|

#athletics #memorial-stadium #renovations

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"UM Curators Approve $250 Million Memorial Stadium Renovation Plan"

The University of Missouri's Board of Curators is set to vote on the $250 million north concourse renovations for Memorial Stadium, with half of the funding expected to come from fundraising and $75 million from debt. The project includes premium seating, concessions, retail space, and is expected to be completed ahead of the 2026 football season. Renderings of the renovations will be unveiled at a press conference following the meeting, and the meeting will also address the ongoing athletics director search and potential contract matters.

via St. Louis Post-Dispatch|

#athletics-department #board-of-curators #memorial-stadium

tragedy2 years ago•3 min saved

Riley Strain's Disappearance: Fraternity's Party Amid Search and Roofie Suspicions

Riley Strain's parents criticized his fraternity brothers for their nonchalant behavior after he went missing, expressing dismay at their delayed alert to police and decision to continue partying instead of helping search for him. Strain's body was later found in the Cumberland River, and while investigators ruled out foul play, his family has doubts and requested a second autopsy after finding no water in his lungs, which is typical in drowning cases.

via New York Post |

#fraternity #grieving-parents #missing-person

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Riley Strain's Mom Condemns Fraternity's Response to His Disappearance

Riley Strain's mother expressed frustration that his fraternity brothers partied during the search for him while he was missing in Nashville, and also did not call the police when they returned and he was not there. Strain's body was found in a river with no pants, wallet, or boots, and his family has ordered a second autopsy to seek clarity on his death. They suspect foul play and hope to learn more about the night he went missing from his fraternity brothers.

via NewsNation Now|

#autopsy #crime #fraternity

controversy2 years ago•2 min saved

Controversy Erupts Over Award-Winning Photo of Hamas Terrorists with Israeli Victim

The University of Missouri's journalism research center faced backlash for awarding its photo-of-the-year prize to an image showing Hamas terrorists transporting the body of a slain Israeli woman. The photo, taken by a freelance photojournalist, was part of The Associated Press' submission, which won in the "Team Picture Story of the Year" category. Critics condemned the decision, with some accusing the AP of aiding and abetting terrorists and others calling for the photographer to be prosecuted for war crimes. The AP and Reuters denied any collusion with the attacks, stating they had no advance knowledge of the incident.

via Newsmax|

#associated-press #controversy #hamas

crime-and-justice2 years ago•0 min saved

"Police Confirm Accidental Death of Missouri Student Riley Strain in Tennessee"

The death of University of Missouri student Riley Strain, who went missing in Nashville for nearly two weeks, appears to be accidental, according to police. His body was found in the Cumberland River, and toxicology results are pending, but there is no apparent foul play suspected. Strain, 22, was last seen after drinking downtown, and a massive search was launched to find him, with small clues such as his bank card and surveillance footage aiding investigators.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|

#accidental-death #crime-and-justice #nashville

accidental-death2 years ago•2 min saved

"Authorities Confirm Riley Strain's Death as Accidental"

The preliminary autopsy of University of Missouri student Riley Strain, whose body was found in the Cumberland River in West Nashville, suggests that his death was accidental. Police believe he may have fallen into the river, and toxicology results are pending. Strain disappeared after being kicked out of Luke’s 32 Bridge, a bar in Nashville, and authorities are investigating whether he was overserved there. Family members have expressed gratitude for the public's support during the search for Strain.

via WSB Atlanta|

#accidental-death #fraternity-trip #lukes-32-bridge

crime-and-investigation2 years ago•1 min saved

"Authorities Confirm Accidental Death of College Student Riley Strain in Nashville River"

The autopsy of University of Missouri student Riley Strain, found in the Cumberland River, has revealed no signs of foul play-related trauma, with his death continuing to appear accidental, according to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department. Detectives are awaiting toxicological examination results, as the investigation into Strain's disappearance and death continues. Strain went missing after being asked to leave a Nashville bar, and his body was discovered two weeks later.

via NBC News|

#accidental-death #crime-and-investigation #delta-chi-fraternity

tragedy2 years ago•3 min saved

"Mayor Proposes Riverbank Barriers Following Accidental Death of Missing College Student Riley Strain"

The body of missing University of Missouri student Riley Strain has been found in the Cumberland River in West Nashville, two weeks after he disappeared while visiting the city for a spring formal trip. The discovery contradicted earlier claims about his distinctive shirt and initial autopsy results showed no signs of foul play. The search for Strain involved extensive efforts by police, volunteers, and his friends and family, and his mother expressed gratitude for the community's support.

via The Independent|

#cumberland-river #missing-student #nashville