Central Missouri - UCM

Why does the military get money for billion-dollar toys when poor people starve?

Okay, I know government money is an important part of our society. I know budgets can be tough. And I know military budget is important. Without our army protecting us, there wouldn't be any educationa

At a recent party I hosted, I was annoyed and appalled by Wamart's stupd rules about alcohol consumption. I went to the evil store against my will (see earlier post, Walmart=Devil? for details) when no one else was open.

I got sveral 6 packs for my party. They wouldn't let me bu

Hot new dining place in downtown Springfield: Kai!!!

Open Monday through Saturday, this classy joint features cozy private booths arrayed with crimson curtains, disco ball lighting and atmosphere, and a color-changing screen wall. The lighting is romantic and classy and the alcoholic beverages are geared toward tastes all college students will love. 

QuarterLife.com, an online community for artists, actors, dancers, graphic designers, and other creative types, has a new link where college students can check out internships and apply for free. These internships can be for fall, spring, or summer semesters, and some are paid and others

Senator Obama made a trip to Springfield for a rally this week, much to the excitement of several college kids who attended the event. McCain, however, wasn't happy. He complained that Obama played "the race card," (is that even a real card?) and that he played it "from the bott

College students are, as a group, some of the most screwed-over-financially people on the planet. We have debts, loans, and crappy part-time jobs, all while trying to pay for beer, tuition, iPods, beer, frat fees, books, housing, beer, parties, and beer. So the next time you need m

Because the United States government has so much extra money on its hands after completely funding all necessary programs, and because the state of affairs in our country and world is going so great right now, with not a problem on the peaceful world horizon, the U.S. Congress has deci

Friday I had my first experience at Mixology, a small club/bar in Springfield often overlooked because of its remote location.  It's known for its indie music and unique dancing.

Personally, I was not impressed. The drinks were good---better martinis than I've found elsewhere---but I just wasn't in the mood for