The future of symphonic music is being composed every day in the University of Missouri Music Composition Department. On Sunday, Dec. 2, the New Music Ensemble performed at Whitmore Recital Hall on Mizzou’s campus. The event was co-sponsored by the…
CAFNR showcases study abroad opportunities during International Education Week
The decision to study abroad can be a stressful one for many students. There are a variety of factors that go into the decision including costs, safety of locations and quality of programs. The CAFNR Study Abroad office works to…
Study abroad director creates connections at home and abroad
Finding a home away from home can be difficult, but for Shanon Dickerson, traveling abroad is as comfortable as working in her office in 2-64 of the Agriculture Building on the MU campus. Dickerson describes her primary role as…
Floral design program is blooming with success
Sowing seeds for a successful program, Lesleighan Cravens is working to make huge strides for the floral program at the University of Missouri. “This program is all encompassing for the floral industry, you can really get a lot out of…
Advances in agriculture technology provide opportunities for unmatched success
In 1940, farmers could work all year long and only manage to feed 19 people. Today, thanks in great part to technological advances, one farmer alone feeds 155 individuals. Today’s technology is different from that of even just a few…
Years as ag teacher provide good preparation for move to state legislature
After buying a pickup truck at 17 percent interest and being let go from his job at a NAPA Auto Parts store due to the farm crisis of the 1980s, Representative Rusty Black decided to follow the path he should…