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Audit: Big problems in Ill. tuition savings plan

The Associated Press — Wed, 09 May 2012 16:21:47 +0000

A new audit finds major problems in the College Illinois tuition savings program, including possible financial conflicts among top personnel.

St. Louis to host first sold-out NCAA Wrestling Championships this weekend

Alex King — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:45:56 +0000

This weekend's NCAA Wrestling Championships at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis sold out for the first time in the event's 82-year history. The event is expected to break its all-time attendance record with over 110,000 fans in attendance.

This is the sixth year St. Louis has hosted the tournament. NCAA associate director of championships Jeff Jarnecke says St. Louis is a great place to host the event.

St. Louis hosts its own version of "March Madness"

Alex King — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:10:05 +0000

The St. Louis region is kicking off what the St. Louis Sports Commission is calling its version of "March Madness." Beginning with the Missouri Valley Conference men's basketball tournament this weekend, the area will host four straight weeks of college sports tournaments.

The region will also host the MVC women's basketball tournament from March 8-11 at The Family Arena, the NCAA Division 1 wrestling championships from March 15-17 and the NCAA Division 1 men's basketball regional on March 23 and 25.

Mo. college students, faculty wanted for Joplin relief this fall

Marshall Griffin — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 22:11:45 +0000

Missouri college students and staff are being asked to donate a weekend or a holiday this semester and take part in ongoing relief efforts in Joplin.

On May 22, the southwest Missouri city was devastated by a massive tornado that killed more than 150 people. A campaign called “Show Me U Care” is recruiting groups of students, faculty and staff from college campuses across Missouri to travel to Joplin and help rebuild homes and provide other needs.

Mo. state auditor has concerns about some university contracts

Rachel Lippmann — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 19:51:47 +0000

Mo. state auditor Tom Schweich says contracts between five state universities and former presidents may not be in the best interest of the schools, and some may violate provisions of state law.