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Study Tips for University of Missouri Students
Making the step up academically to college can be a difficult and overwhelming prospect for many students. It’s a lot to take in: The expectations become dramatically higher for the amount of work you are expected to be able to handle, and the volume and complexity of...
A Brief History of the University of Missouri
Missouri is known for many things — the Gateway Arch, Silver Dollar City, the Saint Louis Zoo and the Kansas City Zoo, Meramec Caverns, the Mark Twain National Forest, the National Museum of Transportation, Worlds of Fun, and much more. Throughout this great state,...
Local Businesses That Will Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions
Local businesses in Columbia, Missouri can help you keep five of the most common New Year’s resolutions. If you want to (1) exercise more, (2) establish a larger savings, (3) quit smoking, (4) eat healthier, or (5) give back to the community in the new year, you can...
Enjoy the Outdoors at the Best Parks in Columbia, MO
There are many national parks in Missouri, and many of them are located in or near Columbia! The parks in Columbia are each unique with a variety of features, from camping and hiking to sledding and sightseeing. We’ve put together a list of which parks are the best in...
Seasonal Events in Columbia, MO
Whether it’s outdoor festivals, Mizzou sports, or anything else, there’s always plenty of seasonal events in Columbia to keep you going all year. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for a holiday parade or student tradition to pass the time, we’ve got you covered. We...
Student Guide to Staying Organized
Staying organized can be a tough thing to do when you’re in college. Especially if you have plenty of full-time college courses, a job, participate in extracurricular activities, or it’s finals week. All things aside, we at Grindstone Canyon Student Apartments want...
Things to Do in Columbia, MO
Columbia is located in the central part of Missouri. This awesome town is home to the University of Missouri and plenty of other worthwhile attractions that are full of culture and rich history. You’ll find plenty of cultural activities to experience and outdoors to...
Winter Festivals & Things to Do in Columbia
The holiday season is one of the best times of the year in Columbia. Everyone is busy with shopping for gifts, seeing old friends, and attending holiday parties. There’s also a number of fun events going on in town to get you in a festive spirit. Grab some friends and...
The Tiger Walk and Prowl: A University of Missouri Tradition
Truman the Tiger runs with graduating seniors during the Tiger Prowl, Photo via KOMUnews via Flickr From the time a student begins college to the day of their graduation, many life experiences and moments of personal growth occur. The first and last day of...
4 University of Missouri Blogs for Students
The University of Missouri is a big school, and there’s a lot of news happening around campus at all times. It’s important to know where to go to see upcoming events and activities to get involved with, hear about clubs and organizations, and of course, get the weekly...