Did you know... before Plaza 900's construction in 2004, a wide row of tennis courts for student use were located where you're standing now.
Did you know... This field has been the site of research investigations on soil treatments, erosion, and other tasks since 1888. It was designated as a Registered National Historic Landmark in 1965.
Did you know... The College of Agriculture, established in 1870, is one of the foundations upon which Mizzou was built! It now is the hub of the College of Agriculture, and Food and Natural Resources.
Did you know... Before the creation of the Student Center, a building called Brady Commons occupied this space for almost 50 years! The Student Center improves upon what was once here -- check it out!
Did you know... On February 2, 1987, University officials designated this newly designed space (then called "Conley Plaza") to be a "speaker's corner," allowing anyone to speak here without a permit.
Did you know... This place was originally called the Chemical Building but was later renamed for Dr. John Pickard, who founded the department of art history and archaeology.
Nearly a century ago, a winged sphere surmounted the pinacle point of Jesse Hall. But during WWI, a rather patriotic individual fastened a giant American flag to the dome, breaking the symbolic wings.
Did you know... During the Civil War, MU was used by the Union as a guardhouse, housing Confederate prisoners. Memorial Gateway (at the entrance to the Quad) was created in honor of those who fought.
Did you know... Anton Stankowski was an MU athlete, coach, and director of the University's intramural athletic program for nearly 40 years.
Did you know... Built in 1871, Switzler Hall is MU's oldest classroom building. Its bell tower used to ring daily, but now only rings on Tap Day or to honor the death of a member of the Mizzou family.
Did you know... This place was first known as the Education Building while serving as an elementary and high school. It was later named for Loran Townsend, the Dean of Education from 1945 to 1963.
Did you know... Don Faurot was coach of Mizzou football from 1935-56. His game record? 101 won, 79 lost and 10 tied; his teams appeared in the Orange Bowl, the Sugar Bowl and twice in the Gator Bowl!
One of Mizzou's All You Care to Eat dining facilities, known for it's Pizza! Don't forget about Rollins Late Night, Open until 1:00am.
One of Mizzou's All You Care to Eat dining facilities, known for it's Missouri Legacy Beef Burgers.
Did you know... Over the course of the past hundred years, University Bookstore has operated in several locations, including Memorial Union, Brady Commons and, currently, in the new MU Student Center.
Don't be intimidated by these Ming dynasty lions. They're as tame as kittens. What other secrets does this archway hold? Call 573-629-1364 and then 10# to find out!
