University of Missouri
| University of Missouri | |
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| Caption | N/A |
| Motto | Salus populi suprema lex esto |
| Established | 1839 |
| Type | Public |
| Principal | N/A |
| City | Columbia |
| State | Missouri |
| Country | United States |
| Campus | Urban |
| Website | N/A |
The University of Missouri (often referred to as Mizzou) is a public research university located in Columbia, Missouri. Founded in 1839, it was the first public university west of the Mississippi River and is the flagship of the four-campus University of Missouri System.
History[edit | edit source]
The University of Missouri was established in 1839 as the first public university in the Louisiana Purchase territory. The university was founded in response to the Geyer Act, which was passed by the Missouri General Assembly to establish a state university. The citizens of Boone County pledged $117,921 in cash and land to win the location of the university in Columbia.
Campus[edit | edit source]
The University of Missouri's campus is known for its beautiful architecture and historic buildings. The most iconic structure is the Francis Quadrangle, which features the six columns that are remnants of the original Academic Hall, destroyed by fire in 1892. The campus is also home to the University of Missouri School of Medicine, the University of Missouri School of Law, and the University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources.
Academics[edit | edit source]
The University of Missouri offers more than 300 degree programs through 13 major academic divisions. It is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity." The university is known for its strong programs in journalism, agriculture, engineering, and health professions.
Schools and Colleges[edit | edit source]
- University of Missouri School of Journalism
- University of Missouri College of Engineering
- University of Missouri School of Medicine
- University of Missouri School of Law
- University of Missouri College of Education
Research[edit | edit source]
The University of Missouri is a member of the Association of American Universities and is recognized for its research contributions. The university operates the University of Missouri Research Reactor Center, the largest university research reactor in the United States, which supports research in fields such as nuclear medicine and materials science.
Athletics[edit | edit source]
The Missouri Tigers, the athletic teams of the University of Missouri, compete in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). The university has a strong tradition in sports, particularly in football and basketball. The home football games are played at Faurot Field, and the basketball games are held at Mizzou Arena.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
The University of Missouri has produced many notable alumni, including:
- Brad Pitt, actor
- Sheryl Crow, musician
- Sam Walton, founder of Walmart
- Jon Hamm, actor
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