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Local Atmosphere

Quick Stats

Fun Local Trivia
  1. Residents of Columbia are usually called, "Columbians."
  2. Large mammals found in Columbia include urbanized coyotes, whitetail deer, and the Eastern Gray Squirrel.
Notable Natives
  • Jessica Capshaw – actress
  • Sara Evans – country singer/songwriter
  • Tyler Johnson – MLB pitcher
  • Michael Paul Oman-Reagan – artist
Local Slang The Berg: Nickname for The Heidelberg, a great eatery on Ninth Street
Points of Interest
  • The Blue Note
  • Faurot Field
  • Missouri Theatre Center for the Arts
  • Rock Bridge State Park
  • Tiger Hotel

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Columbia is a quaint little town. Much of the architecture on campus and in town is very old-fashioned looking, but the town is deceitful. In Columbia, you can always find something to do, whether it's hanging out with friends on campus, going downtown, attending house parties, or just walking on Katy Trail. Students do spend a lot of time on campus, not including class time. Students play Frisbee on the quad, soccer/football on Stankowski Field, or just wander around with friends enjoying the weather. When students need a break from campus activities, they step off campus right downtown for some more walking and sightseeing.  

Mizzou is not the only school in the Columbia area. The University also shares the space with Columbia College, Stephens College, and MACC (Moberly Area Community College). Stephens and Columbia colleges are both located within walking distance of MU's campus. There is no rivalry between the schools, and many close friendships are formed between the students.

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Local Atmosphere at University of Missouri

Srgelb2

Early Childhood Education '16

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Something for Everyone

From my visit to Mizzou, I felt that anyone and everyone can find something fun and enjoyable to do.

Apr 22, 2012

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Local Atmosphere at University of Missouri

IsmaelWayne

Information Technology '12

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The Atmosphere at Mizzou

My experience at Mizzou is that there is always something to do if you are willing to look for it. On campus, there is always something going on. If you have an interest in something then there might be a club on campus that pertains to that interest. If not then its very easy to start your own club. The downtown area is filled with places to eat ranging from bar and grills to sushi and even Indian food. The people are nice and very laid back so if you do get lost, then it is perfectly fine to ask for assistance.

Apr 08, 2012

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Local Atmosphere at University of Missouri

pandalad86

Film and Video Studies '16

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Mizzou-RAH!

With a city like Columbia that centralizes around a stadium crammed with adoring fans in black and gold, the annual True/False Film Festival drawing in everyone together downtown, and the town's unified movement to stay healthy and become more environmentally friendly, during Bike, Walk, and Wheel Week, making the claim that Columbia is full of life is an understatement.

Feb 29, 2012

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User rating for University of Missouri - Local Atmosphere is 4.6 out of 5 based on 53 user reviews.

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Facts

Shopping Centers Columbia Mall
Major Sports Teams
  • Kansas City Chiefs: NFL
  • Kansas City Royals: MLB
  • St. Louis Blues: NHL
  • St. Louis Cardinals: MLB
  • St. Louis Rams: NFL
City Web Sites www.gocolumbiamo.com
Distances to Nearest Major Cities
  • Kansas City, Mo.: : 2 hours, 30 minutes
  • St. Louis: : 2 hours, 15 minutes
Did You Know? The town's lifeblood is I-70, which attracts a lot of tourism and businesses, especially restaurants.

Movie TheatersWhat's This?

Goodrich Forum 8
1209 Forum Katy Parkway
Columbia
(573) 445-7469

Hollywood - Stadium 14
2800 Goodwin Pointe Dr.
Columbia
(573) 817-0770

Ragtag Cinemacafé
10 Hitt St.
Columbia
(573) 443-4359

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