Who is afraid of big, bad needles? If Mississippi Valley Blood Drive turnouts at the University of Missouri-St. Louis are to be believed, many people, whether fearful or not, are more than willing to lend an arm and a pint in order to save lives.

The Japan-America Student Association (JASA) participated in EXPO, which was held at the University of Missouri-St. Louis’ quadrangle area on August 25 as a way of promoting their group.

Since the economic crisis swept over the nation, many students have had difficulties finding a job. Students here on campus are no exception.

Zuleyma Tang-Martinez, professor of biology at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, became the first Latina to win the prestigious Quest Award from the Animal Behavior Society. It is an international professional society that decided to honor her lifetime achievements in research. Tang-Martinez’s research has focused on the social behavior of animals and communication, particularly how (more)

The annual University of Missouri- St. Louis Welcome Back Picnic held August 22 from 4 to 6 p.m., was a big hit. The floor level of the Millennium Student Center and the surrounding outdoor patio was packed with faculty, students, staff and their families. When asked her opinion of the yearly picnic Monea Kimple, junior, information systems, showed approval.