To those who have not experienced it, studying abroad may seem like four months of traveling, partying, and taking a ton of pictures, but in reality, spending a semester overseas enables students to gain life skills that can eventually be used in the workplace.
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University Releases an All-Access Online Portal
The University launched myMU, a brand new online portal that provides one-click access to all web programs for students and faculty, on Thursday, Feb. 6.
Graduate Students Learn the Importance of Listening
Alan Ehrlich, President of The Center for Listening Disorders Research (CLDR), joined the Master of Arts in Corporate and Public Communication (CPC) Colloquium Speaker Series when he spoke to a group of CPC graduate students about listening on Tuesday, Nov. 19.
Student Creates Nonprofit to Help Remote Countries Obtain Medical Care
University student Melross Meneses recently created a nonprofit organization, the Life Through Help Foundation, that works to supply medical aid and other health related services to those in remote areas around the world.
Homecoming 2013 Celebrates MU through the Ages
University students and faculty demonstrated school spirit through the celebration of Homecoming weekend by attending a pep rally in the Multi-Purpose Activity Center (MAC) on Friday, Oct. 18, and tailgating and attending the football game against Cornell University on Saturday, Oct. 19.
Common App Available to Prospective Students
High school students interested in applying to the University now have the opportunity to use the Common Application.
Students Learn About Fire Safety and the Importance of Designated Drivers at HERO Campaign Day
The University held a Safety and HERO Campaign day on the residential quad on Wednesday, Sept. 25 to encourage students to make safe and smart decisions.
Oceana Educates University on Dangers to Marine Life
A forum about the use of seismic air gun testing in the Atlantic Ocean was held in Young Auditorium on Monday, Sept. 16.
MU Rises 7 Spots in Northeast
The University was ranked by theU.S. News & World Reportas the 30th best school in the Regional North category on Tuesday, Sept. 10, jumping seven spots from last year’s ranking.
The University’s Website Gets A Makeover
The University uncovered a new and improved version of its former website just in time for the start of the 2013 Fall semester.