History and Traditions
Many historical accounts of great institutions wax poetic on brave founding fathers, loyal faculty and alumni, and students whose spirit raised that of all around them. At the University of Missouri, the history meets the “Show-Me State” muster with a rich, 160-year chronicle of a modern university.
A History of the University of Missouri
History of MU Schools and Colleges
- College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
- College of Arts and Science
- Trulaske College of Business
- College of Education
- College of Engineering
- School of Health Professions
- College of Human Environmental Sciences
- School of Information Science and Learning Technology
- Missouri School of Journalism
- School of Law
- School of Medicine
- School of Nursing
- College of Veterinary Medicine
Photographic Exhibits
History told in photos on topics including: MU Football: The Early Years; Women's Athletics at MU; and Come Home, Tigers, a Homecoming History from University Archives. View online photographic exhibits…
Leaders from MU's Past
Hosted by University Archives, these photos and facts remember the individuals who created, developed and lead MU through its 160 year history. View MU’s leaders…
Myths, Legends and Traditions
As tribute to former governor of Missouri and a great proponent of the University, David R. Francis, a statue stands just northeast of the entrance to Jesse Hall. It is said that when a student rubs his nose, they'll get an "A" on their next exam. Due to this tradition's popularity, the nose has needed replacement a few times over the years.