University of Missouri

University of Missouri
Motto	Salus populi suprema lex esto
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
Provost	Latha Ramchand
Students	30,046 (Fall 2021)
Undergraduates	22,503 (Fall 2021)
Postgraduates	7,543 (Fall 2021)
Location	Columbia, Missouri , United States
Campus	Urban, 1,262 acres
Colors	Black and Gold
Nickname	Tigers
Affiliations	AAU, SEC
Mascot	Truman the Tiger
Website	missouri.edu

Academic Hall Fire

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Students at Missouri State University, today's U of M, as drawn by Marguerite Martyn, 1910

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University of Missouri - Memorial Union

Center for Missouri Studies from Peace Park (June 2020)

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 business.

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 of Missouri's main campus is located in Columbia, covering 1,262 acres. The campus is home to several historic buildings, including Jesse Hall, Switzler Hall, and the Francis Quadrangle. The Mizzou Botanic Garden is also located on campus, featuring a variety of plant species and gardens.

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. The university's mascot is Truman the Tiger.

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

The University of Missouri has a large and diverse alumni network, including notable figures such as Brad Pitt, Sheryl Crow, and Sam Walton.

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