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CAFNR Students Make Trip to China
Natalie Scherer, Corner Post Staff

Over winter intersession, 24 CAFNR students journeyed overseas to visit China. The break was put together by Dr. Firman and Kurt Richter and sponsored by CAFNR. (full story here)

Scholar programs explore life beyond school
Melissa Clark, Corner Post Staff

January 26 — Each year, the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources hosts two significant programs: the John Brown Scholars program and Dickinson Scholar program. (full story here)

Ag Sciences Week Growing on Campus
Jamie Reading, Corner Post Staff

January 27, 2004- The University of Missouri-Columbia will be hosting the 2004 Show-Me Ag Classic Ag Sciences week at the Hearnes Center. (full story here)

What is the Dickinson Center all about?
Jamie Reading, Corner Post Staff

January 28, 2004 - The Gary L. Dickinson Center, also known as the Student Achievement Center, has been up and running for one year. The center is named for the Dickinson family who donated the money for it to be built. (full story here)

Emerging Leaders Program Bowls a Strike
Meghan Stewart, Corner Post Staff

January 28, 2004 - The Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) kicked off the semester with their first meeting at TA Brady's on Jan. 27th. (full story here)

Gettin' 'er Done
Nicki Busdieker, Corner Post Staff

January 28th 2004- The College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources held their first Student Council meeting for the semester. This meeting was highlighted by the introduction of the new 2004 CAFNR Student Council officers. (full story here)

Emerging Leaders Program Comes to CAFNR
Meghan Stewart, Corner Post Staff

February 1, 2004 - The Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is a program offered to help recognize and develop the leadership potential of college students. (full story here)

Missouri Farmers Union Hosts 5th Annual State Convention
Silvia Christen, Corner Post Staff

February 1, 2004 - The Missouri Farmers Union hosted its fifth annual state convention January 30 and 31 at the Ramada Inn in Columbia, Missouri. This year's theme was "Rural Missouri-New Visions at the Crossroads" and focused on the revitalization of rural communities, and the protection of family farm agriculture. (full story here)

A Classic Still in the Making
Emily Melies, Corner Post Staff

February 7-8, 2004 - The Alpha Gamma Rho Classic was held this past Saturday and Sunday at the Midway Exposition Center in Columbia. (full story here)

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MU women learn leadership potential
Melissa Clark, Corner Post Staff

February 8, 2004 - What does it take to be a leader? Several of MU's female leaders discovered their leadership ability and potential at the 5th annual Women's Leadership Conference. (full story here)

Flowers on Valentine's Day a Do or Don't
Meghan Stewart, Corner Post Staff

February 9, 2004 - Flowers on Valentine's Day have been a must for many years now, but have times changed and do girls expect more on Valentine's Day? (full story here)

Got Pictures?
Nicki Busdieker, Corner Post Staff

February 9, 2004 - Do you like to take pictures? If you do Collegiate Cattlewomen have a contest for you. They are currently holding a contest to find pictures to put into a 2005 calendar. (full story here)

2004 Show-Me Ag Classic Gathers Crowd
Megan Cooper, Corner Post Staff

February 9, 2004 - The 4th annual Show-Me Ag Classic Convention and Trade Show was held on February 4th and 5th at the Hearnes Center Field House. (full story here)

New Home for Ham Sale
Megan Cooper, Corner Post Staff

February 10, 2004 - A new location didn't stand in the way of having a great ham sale for the MU Block and Bridle club this year. The annual ham sale took place on February 4th, 2004 at the Show Me Ag Classic in the Hearnes Center Field House. (full story here)

Working to Sustain Agriculture
Emily Melies, Corner Post Staff

February 14, 2004 - It was about a year ago that CAFNR Dean of Academic Programs Paul Vaughn proposed the establishment of an emphasis area and minor in "Sustainable Agriculture" as part of the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources' degree program in General Agriculture.(full story here)

Mizzou's greatest gift: Do students think it will be put to good use?
Melissa Clark, Corner Post Staff

February 15, 2004- When visiting MU, people often notice the quadrangle and columns by Jesse hall, which mark a tradition of good customs. Or they notice the amount of spirit students and faculty show in support of their school. And what else is MU often known for? Ah yes, the School of Journalism! (full story here)

Sigma Alpha holds their first Women's Symposium
Meghan Stewart, Corner Post Staff

February 16, 2004 - It is all about the women in Sigma Alpha, a professional women's agriculture sorority, here at MU. On March 18th, they are having their first Women in Agriculture Symposium at the Adams Conference Center. (full story here)

What's In A Name?
Nicki Busdieker, Corner Post Staff

February 17, 2004 - Pride, tradition, history, love, emotion, excitement and heart are all parts of whom we are and where we come from. (full story here)

Mardi Gras-Why Do You Celebrate?
Jamie Reading, Corner Post Staff

February 17, 2004 - Fat Tuesday is Mardi Gras, the festival for which New Orleans, Louisiana is famous. (full story here)

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RAMS 2004
Jamie Reading, Corner Post Staff

February 20, 2004- It's that time of year again to start thinking about giving to others. Rockin' Against Muscular Sclerosis (RAMS) is already off to a great start. (full story here)

No, We're Not Referring to Hostess Cakes
Melissa Clark, Corner Post Staff

February 22, 2004 - The MU Tiger Hostess program is looking for 25-30 girls to become a part of their program. Applications are available at the Tom Taylor Football Facilities and are due the February 27th. Applicants have to have knowledge and interest in football, but they also have to be willing to be friendly and talk to people they have never met. (full story here)

CAFNR Recruitment Looking to Broaden Students Horizons
Adam Buckallew, Corner Post Staff

February 22, 2004 - CAFNR has recently unveiled its new recruitment slogan, "Explore the sciences of life." The goal of the new slogan is to reach a broader range of students and to educate prospective students on how they might "chart their course for success" in the many career paths in which the college could lead them. (full story here)

Stopping the Violence Against Women
Meghan Stewart, Corner Post Staff

February 22, 2004 - V-Day at Mizzou ended its weeklong activities with "The Vagina Monologues" on Friday the 20 and Saturday the 21 at Jesse Hall. (full story here)

Ag Alumni Association hosts AgUnlimited Auction
Natalie Scherer, Corner Post Staff

February 23, 2004 - On Tuesday evening, February 3, 2004, the Mizzou Ag Alumni Association held its annual AgUnlimited auction at the Holiday Inn Executive Expo Center. (full story here)

Farm Forum Hits on Key Issues in Animal Agriculture
Megan Cooper, Corner Post Staff

February 23, 2004 - Consumer confidence in beef has never been higher, despite BSE. Meanwhile, officials are working feverishly to swiftly implement a national animal identification system. All this is happening as the popularity of low-carbohydrate diets is literally changing the eating habits of consumers, perhaps permanently. (full story here)

True Tiger Questions: President Floyd Answers
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

February 23, 2004 - After all of the talk about Southwest Missouri State's name change, tuition prices and Reynolds's donation, Dr. Elson Floyd, President of the University of Missouri System, sat down with True Tiger members Tuesday night at Reynolds Alumni Center to discuss current issues at MU. (full story here)

CAFNR Hosts On-Campus Interviews
Natalie Scherer, Cornper Post Staff

February 23, 2004 - Starting February 26, the on-campus interviews will begin in the CAFNR Career Services office. There will be a variety of companies on campus to interview for summer internships and jobs upon graduation for juniors and seniors. (full story here)

Everything's bigger in Texas
Emily Melies, Corner Post Staff

February 24, 2004 - The 84th National Block & Bridle Convention was held February 19-22 in San Antonio, Texas. "The Stars at Night are Big & Bright, Deep in the Heart of Texas" was the theme. (full story here)

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2004 Western Farm Show
Kellen Fischer, Corner Post Staff
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Feb. 26, 2004 - Booths, business, bucks and bull - the four "b's" of the annual Western Farm Show in Kansas City, held at the Kemper Arena/American Royal Complex. (full story here)

Tigers outgun Cowboys in double-overtime
Adam Buckallew, Corner Post Staff

February 26, 2004 - Missouri needed this game desperately. The Tigers (14-10, 8-5 Big 12) have played one of the toughest schedules in the country this season, but before Tuesday's game, the Tigers had little to show for it. The victory over Oklahoma State (21-3, 11-2 Big 12) represented Missouri's first win in five tries against RPI Top 25 teams and it was also just their second victory against teams in the Top 50. (full story here)

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How far is too far? Email ponrography at MU
Nicki Busdieker, Corner Post staff

February 26, 2004 - Today 23-year-old Matt Graves was set to appear in the county circuit court. Why, because his MU graduate was caught sending pornographic span through email from an MU email account back in 2002. (full story here)

Why are leap years used?
Jamie Reading, Corner Post Staff

February 27, 2004 - With this year being a leap year, does anyone really know why there is one, and when does it occur? (full story here)

Recruiting the best
Emily Melies, Corner Post Staff

February 29, 2004 - The results are in! The new additions to the CAFNR Ambassador team were posted February 20, 2004. (full story here)

RAMS 2004
Jamie Reading, Corner Post Staff

March 5, 2004 - MU raised $64,000 for RAMS during the month of February. Most of the money raised comes from selling promotional packs such as Have-a-Meal ticket and the Rock-It tickets. (full story here)

Residence hall vandalism on the rise
Emily Melies, Corner Post Staff

March 7, 2004 - Vandalism is on the rise at Schurz Hall. Acts of Vandalism have taken place randomly throughout the year, with a number of incidents occurring within the last month. (full story here)

Residence hall vandalism on the rise
Emily Miles, Corner Post Staff

March 7, 2004 - Vandalism is on the rise at Schurz Hall. Acts of Vandalism have taken place randomly throughout the year, with a number of incidents occurring within the last month. (full story here)

Jerry West Memorial Barbecue
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

March 8, 2004 - There will be a memorial barbecue for Jerry West on Wednesday, March 10, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Ag Building. The menu will include barbecue pulled pork, baked beans, coleslaw, chips, cookies, and soda. (full story here)

Missouri's watersheds bring conflict, concerns in state legislature
Mike Deering, Corner Post Staff

March 9, 2004 - After problems with lagoon spills in the early 80s, MU put extra emphasis on their swine operation. (full story here)

Kansas City Sports Trust gives Mizzou athletics $10 million gift
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

March 11, 2004 - Taylor Complex and other parts of the Missouri Athletic program received a $10 million donation from Kansas City Sports Trust to make renovations, pay for scholarships, and to keep operations going for the sports teams. (full story here)

What are you doing for Spring Break?
Silvia Christen, Corner Post Staff

March 11, 2004 - Spring break is just around the corner. Because of cost, Europe is out of the question and it's too late to book a reasonably priced trip to Cancun or Miami. (full story here)

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Missouri Deer Classic
Meghan Stewart, Corner Post Staff

March 14, 2004 - The 16th Annual Missouri Deer Classic was held at the Boone County Fair Grounds on March 13th and 14th. Close to 10,000 spectators came to this year's Classic to take in all it had to offer with hundreds of vendor booths, free seminars, and special displays. (full story here)

Home Away From Home: Exploring Life Outside of States
Melissa Clark, Corner Post Staff

March 14, 2004 - Roy Robinson possesses a mature, confident, and independent quality, which makes him qualified for his position as the new program director of international studies. (full story here)

Student protest brings demands, discussion on race
Jacob Shellabarger, CAFNR Corner Post Managing Editor

March 15, 2004 -- "It's the straw that broke the camel's back," Khandicia Randolph, MU National Pan-Hellenic Council president said. (full story here)

Students hold anti-Bush rally
Adam Buckallew, Corner Post Staff

March 17, 2004 - An anti-Bush rally was held Wednesday, March 17th near Speaker's Circle at 11:30 a.m. Nearly 30 students showed up for the rally despite steady rainfall. During the rally, speakers took turns talking into a bullhorn and criticizing President Bush and his term of office. (full story here)

Sigma Alpha has busy three weeks
Megan Cooper, Corner Post Staff

March 17, 2004 - Sigma Alpha, a professional women's agriculture sorority, has been busy these past three weeks. They have been involved in retreats, conferences and symposiums. (full story here)

Checkoffs checked out
Nicki Busdieker, Corner Post Staff

March 18, 2004 - When you drive down the highway, turn pages in a magazine, or even change the channel on your T.V. you are often able to find some of your favorite celebrities showing off their milk mustache. (full story here)

Learning ALOT about Kristin Perry
Nicki Busdieker, Corner Post Staff

March 30, 2004 - Mizzou's Block and Bridle and Alpha Zeta honor fraternity joined together to listen to a women who is working to direct agriculture to a positive future. That woman is Mrs. Kristin Perry. Perry is the Executive Director of the ALOT, Agriculture Leaders Of Tomorrow, program. (full story here)

An evening of good food and entertainment
Emily Melies, Corner Post Staff

March 31, 2004 - Sigma Alpha hosted the first Women in Agriculture Symposium on March 18, 2004 in the Adam's Conference Center. The banquet served as the sorority's big fundraiser for the year. (full story here)

Graduation Checklist
Jamie Reading, Corner Post Staff

April 1, 2004 - In case any one of you are stressing because graduation is only five weeks away, here is a checklist to make sure that nothing has been overlooked. (full story here)

CAFNR celebrates excellence
Megan Cooper, Corner Post Staff

April 4, 2004 - The College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources held the annual Celebration of Excellence banquet on Thursday, April 1 to honor outstanding students, alumni, faculty, staff, teaching, research, extension and distinguished service. (full story here)

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Basketball Arena Naming Sparks Controversy
Adam Buckallew, CAFNR Corner Post Staff

April 5, 2004 - The University of Missouri recently announced the name of its new multi-million dollar basketball arena. The arena is to be called Paige Sports Arena, named after Elizabeth Paige Laurie, a communications major at the University of Southern California. (full story here)

It's almost finished…
Emily Melies, Corner Post Staff

April 5, 2004 - So what's the construction on the corner of Rollins and College Avenue all about? Well it's the new Life Sciences Center, and it's undergoing its final touches this spring. (full story here)

How hard can you hit it?
Kellen Fischer, Corner Post Staff

April 7, 2004 - Have you ever had a College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (CAFNR) Professor make you so mad that you just wanted to tee off on them? If you answered yes, then the Tiger Ag Challenge Golf Tournament might just be for you. (full story here)

CAFNR Ambassadors Rock
Jamie Reading, Corner Post Staff

April 8, 2004- The CAFNR Ambassador program is a unique and prestigious student run organization. The main objective of the ambassadors is student recruitment. (full story here)

How to stay focused this spring
Emily Melies, Corner Post Staff

April 8, 2004 - Spring is here! It seems spring fever has swept through campus. With the weather so nice, students can't help but want to be outdoors and out of school. (full story here)

BSE: the road ahead
Megan Cooper, Corner Post Staff

April 14, 2004 - It has been almost three-and-a-half months since Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) was found in a single Holstein cow in Washington State on December 23, 2003. Progress continues to be made to ensure the safety of the U.S. beef supply, keep BSE out of the U.S cattle herd and re-open U.S. beef export markets.(full story here)

Lee "spikes" college athletics
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

April 14, 2004 - As people filed into Jesse Hall last Tuesday night, there was a buzz over the crowd that became louder as Spike Lee was almost 20 minutes late. When he got there though he was received with a standing ovation. (full story here)

NAMA Ranked 3rd
Jamie Reading, Corner Post Staff

April 23, 2004- National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) teams from across the U.S. including two from Canada, battled it out in Kansas City, Mo. for the chance to be the nation's top collegiate agri-marketing team. MU's NAMA team made it to the final four and was ranked third overall. In all, there were 31 team competing. (full story here)

Greek Week Blood Drive donates 3,600 pints
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

April 26, 2004 - With an opening ceremony by Mike Alden, and Gary Pinkel donating along with a number of other Mizzou athletes, the blood drive was more publicized than ever for more than one reason. (full story here)

CAFNR's presence at Tap Day
Natalie Scherer, Corner Post Staff

April 26, 2004 - Several CAFNR students were recognized at Tap Day ceremonies on Francis Quadrangle. (full story here)

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MU Receives Immense Donation from Gust Family
Megan Cooper, Corner Post Staff

April 27, 2004 - Frozen DNA could unlock the secrets to better beef - and MU researchers could help lead the way. MU officials announced that a $5.6 million-dollar donation was being given to the Animal Science Research center to fund some very important livestock research by The David Gust family, owners of Circle A Ranch in Iberia, Mo. (full story here)

Alumnus express MU pride through philanthropy
Melissa Clark, Corner Post Staff

May 1, 2004 - On April 30, 2004 at Reynolds Alumni Center, an announcement was made to recognize Mary Agnes and Al McQuinn for establishing a $5 million challenge gift to the College of Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources. The $5 million dollar gift is going to the McQuinn Fund for Academic Excellence, a scholarship fund for students who demonstrate academic excellence. (full story here)

"20 Million Loud" reaches out to young adults
Adam Buckallew, Corner Post Staff

May 3, 2004 - The last election was decided by 500,000 votes nationwide. In some states, the difference was 50,000, 5,000, or 500 votes. 18 million young people voted in the last election. What if it were 20 million? (full story here)

Student input wanted in redesign and expansion of Brady Commons
Adam Buckallew, Corner Post Staff

May 3, 2004 - The planning for the Brady Commons expansion has not been conducted without student input. (full story here)

Building on-campus housing at Mizzou for the future
Emily Melies, Corner Post Staff

May 3, 2004 - Throughout the past year, the daily lives of MU students have been altered by the construction projects on campus. Many of the projects are aimed toward Mizzou's on-campus residents. Some of the old residence halls are being torn down and replaced with new ones and, other halls are being remodeled to improve student comfort and satisfaction. (full story here)

I Do
Nicki Busdieker, Corner Post Staff

May 4, 2004 - Who knew that those two little words could stir up so much controversy? Those two words are the words answered by two individuals ready to devote eternity with one another. The argument at the heart of the controversy is what defines marriage and who defines marriage. When two individuals are married, they are then entitled to a number of benefits by the government. (full story here)

Greeks have mixed feelings about new reality show
Adam Buckallew, Corner Post staff

May 8, 2004 - Hollywood may be headed for the University of Missouri next semester. Representatives from Warner Brothers television studios have been on campus searching for potential stars for their upcoming reality television series, Big Man on Campus. (full story here)

College Introduces Ag Scholars Program
Natalie Scherer, CAFNR Cornerpost

The MU AgScholars Program is a new program designed to attract students to the food-animal science practice field. This program will also provide students with veterinary medicine mentors. (full story here)

BSE Hits Close To Home
Megan Cooper and Nicki Busdieker - Corner Post Reporters

On December 23rd, 2003 a single Holstein cow in Washington State was said to be infected with Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE). Since it was the first case detected in the United States, it proved to have a huge impact on both the beef industry and consumers. (full story here)

Poor Turnout for CAFNR Student Council Elections
Amanda Schad, CAFNR Corner Post

The College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources recently held its annual student council election. Despite receiving emails from the Dean’s Office encouraging students to get involved in the election, the response was less than enthusiastic. Fewer than five percent of CAFNR students showed up at the polls during the two day voting period. (full story here)

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Meteorology Club Produces Calendars
Jamie Reading - Corner Post Reporter

The Meteorology Club in collaboration with KOMU and KMBC-TV has produced 2 calendars for the Mid-Missouri and Kansas City areas. (full story here)

Moving out?
Adam Buckallew, Corner Post Staff

It's that time of year again. The snow has melted, flowers are beginning to grow and students are heading off on spring break. The semester is coming to a close soon, and that has some students thinking of the future. (full story here)

7 Spring Break Survival Tips
Jamie Reading, Corner Post Staff (full story here)

Budget Cuts Affect Spring Registration
Robert Powell, CAFNR Corner Post Staff

Cuts not only in class offerings, but in faculty have given rise to some hardships for this semester's registers. Some had a terrible time trying to get the classes they needed. While others slid seamlessly into the New Year. (full story here)

What Kind of Idiot Would Want to Farm
Kellen Fischer, Corner Post Staff

"I tell ya, I get no respect." These famous words often spoke by Rodney Dangerfield are an excellent summation of what some young farmers within the College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources sometimes feel. (full story here)

How to be a Good Driver in Unfavorable Weather Conditions
Megan Cooper, Corner Post Reporter

As winter weather has found its way into Columbia, road conditions have become less than favorable. (full story here)

Arts and Entertainment:

One Wild Rooftop Concert
Nicki Busdieker, Corner Post Staff

Feb. 12, 2004 - The Hearnes Center was the site of a rowdy intense rooftop concert Thursday evening when Cletus T. Judd, Brian McComas, and Rascal Flatts came to town. (full story here)

Controversy over "Passion"
Megan Cooper, Corner Post Staff

March 5, 2004 - Admit one, two . . . or two hundred. Mel Gibson's, "The Passion of the Christ," led people of all different religious and faith backgrounds to movie theaters across the country to see what some call the greatest story ever told. (full story here)

Sweet, merciful crap - too many sequels
Christian Prosser, Corner Post staff (full story here)

Profiles:

Newham shares research experience with ag journalism
Jamie Reading, Corner Post Staff

March 11, 2004 - Bill Newham, Vice President/Publishing Director of Vance Publishing Food Systems Group, came to MU to talk to Sharon Wood-Turley's Ag Journalism 320 class. Newham's topic of conversation was over research and his experience in research in his career and with Vance Publishing. (full story here)

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CAFNR welcomes new Ag Journalism Coordinator
Silvia Christen, Corner Post Staff

April 28, 2004 - Bill Allen will officially be starting his new position as CAFNR Ag Journalism Coordinator on June 1. He will be filling the position left by Marilyn Cummins, who is leaving CAFNR to start an independent business. (full story here)

Who's That Man?
Nicki Busdieker, Corner Post Staff

That man is Jared VerDught. Jared is serving as the 2004 College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) Student Council President. (full story here)

Sports:

Mizzou Women Loose to Baylor
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

February 17, 2004 - After a couple of tough losses, the Mizzou Women's basketball team is still looking at an NCAA Tournament bid. (full story here)

Hearnes Center Hosts State Wrestling Championships
Adam Buckallew, Corner Post Staff

February 22, 2004 - The Hearnes Center played host to the MSHSAA Wrestling Championships this past weekend. (full story here)

Baseball Tigers win first series, home against Western Illinois Tuesday
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

February 29, 2004 - Having split the first two games Friday and Saturday, Sunday's game against Youngstown State was the "rubber game" of the Tigers first home series. (full story here)

Tigers topple Kansas State, stretch winning streak to six
Adam Buckallew, Corner Post Staff

February 29, 2004 - The Missouri Tigers have endured the trials and tribulations of a NCAA investigation, a mid-season slump and the departure of its third point guard in as many seasons, yet the have Tigers remained optimistic. (full story here)

Tigers pitching stays hot against the Leathernecks, team gets tenth win
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

March 4, 2004 - For a fairly cold night in Columbia, it was an even colder night for the Western Illinois Leathernecks offense. Tigers pitching once again proved dominant in Mizzou's two to one win Tuesday night. (full story here)

Tigers' Week to Hoe Down the Jayhawks
Melissa Clark, Corner Post Staff

March 5, 2004 - According to Alumni Association, "The University of Missouri-Columbia and the University of Kansas are known to be opponents since 1907." In addition, they are noted "the second oldest rivalry west of the Mississippi" and they have traditionally attempted to prove their strength by battling each other in sports competitions. (full story here)

Men's Basketball closes out disappointing season at National Invitation Tournament
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

March 11, 2004 - Basketball season is over. It's been a long road for the men's team this season, fighting through injuries and intense pressure to succeed. Starting the year ranked nationally as high as third, it was a tough billing to live up to. (full story here)

Tigers showing strong arms through first 20 games
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

Mizzou was ranked 33rd in the National Collegiate Baseball Writers' Poll and 26th in the ESPN/Sports Weekly Poll. This was before the loss to Illinois State but the Tigers look to rebound within the next week. (full story here)

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Baseball Tigers Drop to Two Wins and Four Losses in Big 12
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

April 5, 2004 - Mizzou dropped to 21 wins, eight losses, and one tie Sunday as they lost the final game of their second Big 12 series. That gives them two wins and four losses. (full story here)

Bats ice cold like the weather, Tigers fall to Illinois State
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

As the Tigers came home for a four-game home stand, they dropped the first game to the Illinois State Redbirds, five to four in eleven innings. In a game where Coach Tim Jamieson said, "The only three good swings we had were the three hits," the Tigers held Illinois State scoreless through seven and two-thirds innings. (full story here)

Six Football Tigers sign NFL contracts
Ryan Maris, Corner Post Staff

April 27, 2004 - By Monday night, six Mizzou football players had signed NFL contracts with four different teams. They will report to their respective mini-camps Thursday as they prepare to try and make the cut into professional football. (full story here)

Features:

Got liquor? How easy is it for MU minors to access alcohol?
Kellen Fischer, Corner Post Staff

Recently, there has been a rash of arrests and fines in the Columbia area for business owners who have served or sold alcohol to minors. This brings into question just how easy it is for minors in the Columbia area to access alcohol. (full story here)

Best and Worst Valentine's Day
Jamie Reading Corner Post Staff

"I had to work one year on Valentine's Day until 11 o'clock that night. My boyfriend at the time, lived two hours away said he wasn't going to come up. Boy, was I surprised! When I walked out to my car after my shift, there he was standing beside my car and one rose with the radio playing to the first song we had danced to. We danced in the parking lot all night." -Kelly, Columbia College. (full story here)

Editorial/Opinion:
Taking A Commercial Break
Nicki Busdieker, Corner Post Staff

February 9, 2004 - Did you catch the big game? Many MU students did. But did you catch those commercials? The Super bowl game was flooded with commercials from Budweiser to Charmin and MasterCard to designated driving. (full story here)

Corner Post Covers Campaign 2004
Jacob Shellabarger, Corner Post Managing Editor

Corner Post will be your home page for Campaign 2004 - with political coverage CAFNR students can use - and links to the information you need to make a decision. "Field Guide" for how each candidate would address certain issues in Campaign 2004 - and links to other election websites. (full story here)

John Edwards is the Right Primary Choice
Jacob Shellabarger, Corner Post Managing Editor

Out of a crowded field of Democratic candidates, one will eventually emerge as the challenger to President Bush in the November elections. This candidate must have substantial domestic and foreign policy experience, a clear and defined vision of the future and a uniting message to have any chance of defeating a popular incumbent President. (full story here)

Let's talk - It's about Time
Jacob Shellabarger, CAFNR Corner Post Managing Editor

March 15, 2004 - Racial comments have divided our campus again - but we don't have to stand for it. With any luck, the community will do something about it. (full story here)

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