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Who let the dogs out? Maryville PAW

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Do you have a passion for dogs? Partners for Animal Welfare (PAW,) a student organization dedicated to animal welfare, is hosting their “Dog Day” event on the Gander Quad, November 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is one of many PAW puts on to raise awarene... More »

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Maryville students share spine-chilling tales

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It’s the Halloween season, and the spirit is all around us. It isn’t uncommon to be frightened around this time of year. Through haunted houses, movies or scary stories, being spooked is practically inevitable. Around campus, students shared their chilling tal... More »

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5 DIY Halloween dorm decorations you need in your life

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Pumpkins, pumpkins, pumpkins! Fill your dorm with these no-carve pumpkin designs. All it takes is a pumpkin, a few supplies and a love for Halloween to create this easy DIY. Ghost and bat garlands Spice up the walls of your dorm with this spooky DIY. In just t... More »

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Humans of Maryville: Penina Nikundana

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Where are you from? “Tanzania, which is in East Africa.” Who is Penina? “I am an African, educated, loving, passionate and experienced person. I go out of my way to make sure everyone is included in everything that I do.” What makes you feel like you’re more e... More »

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Creepin It Real: St. Louis Halloween Attractions

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With Halloween approaching, there are plenty of attractions and activities to do in the St. Louis community. To avoid a lackluster Halloween, below is a list of spooky attractions to check out this month. The Darkness Address: 1525 South 8th Street, St. Louis,... More »

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Exhibit brings awareness to social justice issues

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https://youtu.be/ZQIcaz90Y1s  When she was just 12 years old, freshman Maddie Ruhel experienced first-hand oppression. “Someone told me that I was going to hell because I’m Jewish. Even at school I was always the center of Jew jokes,” said Maddie. “Kids even c... More »

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The Mooncake Festival

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Fall is speeding by, and the Mid-Autumn Festival has just passed. Many are not aware of this festival celebrated in some Asian cultures. The Mid-Autumn Festival, pronounced in Chinese Zhong Qiu Jie (中秋節), is also known as the Mooncake Festival. This celebratio... More »

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Fall Festival kicks off at Maryville

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The weather may still be hot, but Fall Festival at Maryville can put you in an autumn mood. Fall Festival is a week-long series of events where organizations, USems and clubs organize and compete for the Fall Festival Trophy. Everyone is welcome to attend the ... More »

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#MRO17 Recap

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With over 1,600 volunteers and over 100 organizations, #MRO17 was the largest to date. Maryville Reaches Out, also known as MRO, is an annual event, a day when all students, faculty, staff and alumni are encouraged to share their time and talent in community s... More »

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Cheers, beers and school years

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It starts with a Friday night. A group of friends gather around, the excitement growing for the big party they’re attending down the street. The stress of schoolwork and everyday life pushed aside, they’re ready for the time of their lives. Partying can allow ... More »