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It has been nearly one year since President Barrack Obama was handed the keys to the White House. During this time, he has been faced with important issues that have required tough decisions-something that some argue he is an expert at skating around. However, there are still others who believe it is too early to become critical of the president's performance in office thus far, and that Americans are forgetting the progress already made.… 6 Comments

The Board of Governors approved a contract with the firm Hutchinson Consulting, LLC for $80,000 to be paid in three increments of $26,666.67. In addition to Hutchinson's total salary, the University will reimburse up to $15,000 in expenses including travel, materials and services, report preparation, etc.… 1 Comment

ST. LOUIS (AP)-Tuition and academic fees will be frozen for the second straight year at Missouri's public four-year colleges and universities, Gov. Jay Nixon announced Tuesday. Nixon said he will have to reduce higher education spending by 5.2 percent, or $42 million, for the next fiscal year.… 1 Comment

ALCOHOL EDUCATION The Theta Chi fraternity is sponsoring an Alcohol Education Forum Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. in the Union Ballroom. This event is open to UCM students and faculty, as well as community members. The event is meant to spread information about prevention strategies surrounding alcohol use, the law and how they connect.… 1 Comment

Multiple charges Lynna R. Ward, 18, of East Ellis, Room 371, was arrested Nov. 6 at 4:38 a.m. on Anderson Street for minor in possession of alcohol, possession of an open container and obstruction by fleeing. Trespassing Christopher D. Talley, 19, of Nattinger Hall, Room 323, was arrested Nov.… 2 Comments