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.
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.
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.
June 21, 2026
Mizzou alumnus revives forgotten epics
Jordi Alonso, PhD ’21, is translating a never-before-published manuscript and a sweeping poem reimagining Christopher Columbus’ journey.
June 10, 2026
This summer, take advantage of Mizzou Arts
Enjoy artwork, theater and new music at an array of performances at the University of Missouri.
June 2, 2026
Their time to shine: Inside Mizzou’s Sound Explorers
Adaptive concert band pairs younger students with mentors from the School of Music.
May 5, 2026
Photo gallery: 2026 Faculty Excellence Week celebrates teaching, research, service
May 5, 2026
A look at Mizzou’s 2025 published authors
May 3, 2026
Office spaces, collections put professors’ personalities on display
From children’s books to vintage cameras, personal and professional items reveal the people who bring the University of Missouri to life.
April 26, 2026