How did the Columns become a symbol of MU?
When was the university founded? What famous U.S. President's tombstone is a feature of the Quad? Find out the answers to these (and more) topics below!
Want to see a Traditions Presentation?
Alumni Association Student Board Traditions Presentations provide students, faculty and staff with an entertaining opportunity to learn more about the unique traditions of MU. If you'd like to sign up your organization for a presentation, please complete the Traditions Presentations Application. Contact Richard Barber with any further questions.
If you love to learn about MU, explore our pride of place features including:
Mizzou Traditions Video
MizzouRah Poster
The Quad Project
Mizzou Trivia Contests
Campus Traditions
Mizzou Lore
MU’s Beginnings
Saving the Columns
Then and Now
MAA History
Tiger Plaza
Homecoming
Tigers Through Time
MAA Homes
MIZZOU Magazine
Female Orator
MU-KU Rivalry
Jean Madden
MAA Presidents
Want more nostalgia? Explore:
Pride of Place Campus Heritage Network
University Archives
MU in Brick and Mortar
Digitized Savitar Yearbooks
Timeline of MU Accomplishments
The State Historical Society of Missouri
MIZZOU magazine