University of Missouri
Motto | Salus populi suprema lex esto |
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Motto in English | Let the welfare of the people be the supreme law |
Type | Public |
Established | 1839 |
Endowment | $1.8 billion (2021) |
Chancellor | Mun Choi |
President | Mun Choi |
Students | 30,046 (Fall 2020) |
Undergraduates | 22,616 (Fall 2020) |
Postgraduates | 7,430 (Fall 2020) |
Location | , , |
Campus | Urban, 1,262 acres (5.11 km²) |
Colors | Black and Gold |
Nickname | Tigers |
Affiliations | AAU, SEC |
Mascot | Truman the Tiger |
Website | missouri |
The University of Missouri (often referred to as Mizzou) is a public university located in Columbia, Missouri. It is the flagship institution of the University of Missouri System and was founded in 1839. The university is known for its strong programs in journalism, medicine, law, and engineering.
History[edit | edit source]
The University of Missouri was established in 1839 as the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It was founded in response to the Geyer Act, which provided for the establishment of a state university. The university's first building, Academic Hall, was completed in 1843 but was destroyed by fire in 1892. The iconic Columns are the only remaining part of the original building and are a symbol of the university.
Academics[edit | edit source]
The University of Missouri offers more than 300 degree programs through its 13 colleges and schools, including the College of Arts and Science, the School of Journalism, the School of Law, and the School of Medicine. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity" by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
School of Journalism[edit | edit source]
The Missouri School of Journalism is one of the oldest and most prestigious journalism schools in the world. It was founded in 1908 by Walter Williams and is known for its "Missouri Method" of hands-on training.
School of Medicine[edit | edit source]
The University of Missouri School of Medicine was established in 1872 and is known for its innovative curriculum and research. The school offers both MD and PhD programs.
Campus[edit | edit source]
The university's main campus is located in Columbia, a city known for its vibrant cultural scene and college-town atmosphere. The campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the Jesse Hall, the Ellis Library, and the Mizzou Arena.
Landmarks[edit | edit source]
Athletics[edit | edit source]
The University of Missouri's athletic teams are known as the Missouri Tigers. They compete in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) and have a strong tradition in football, basketball, and wrestling.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
The university has produced many notable alumni, including:
- Sheryl Crow, musician
- Brad Pitt, actor
- Sam Walton, founder of Walmart
See also[edit | edit source]
- University of Missouri System
- List of University of Missouri alumni
- List of University of Missouri faculty
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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