MU College of Arts & Science

Professor Jim Crozier in front of bust of Homer

July 12, 2026

As Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ arrives, a Mizzou professor explains why the epic still resonates  

Professor Jim Crozier shares what he’ll be watching for as one of literature’s oldest tales arrives on the big screen.

Robert Carpenter holding a collection of products from The Classical Workshop

July 8, 2026

Making mythology child’s play: How a Mizzou alum is bringing ancient stories to new audiences

Robert Carpenter created The Classical Workshop to bring the classics to children through books, games and imaginative play.

Jesse Hall

July 6, 2026

Mizzou celebrates Tiger success, releases spring 2026 graduation list

In May, more than 5,100 graduates earned degrees and certificates, joining a global network of 370,000-plus alumni.

Marching Mizzou in London

July 5, 2026

Marching Mizzou showcases Tiger pride on global stage at London Band Week

From Buckingham Palace to Tower Bridge, the University of Missouri’s iconic marching band took top honors, representing the university before global audiences.

Drone view of campus

July 5, 2026

Spurring Tiger research momentum through internal funding

Research Council grants help faculty kick-start projects and pivot to new lines of inquiry.

Soybeans in a field.

June 30, 2026

Mizzou uncovers breakthrough clue to help soybeans fight a billion-dollar pest

Mizzou researchers study plant resistance to the worms that cause $1 billion in annual losses to U.S. soybean industry.

Carli Conklin holds book

June 28, 2026

The pursuit of happiness: Mizzou scholars explore an American ideal as the nation turns 250

At the University of Missouri, experts in law, classical studies and philosophy weigh in on the question that helped build the country.

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