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LIVE IN LUXURY Downtown Columbia offers luxe student housing to meet any need. Compare and contrast what some of these places have to offer, and find your best fit. PAGE 3

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BEST HOUSING FOR GRAD STUDENTS Not ready to settle down, but over the noise of student housing from your undergraduate years? These options might be for you. PAGE 6

BLACK PANTHER SUPERHERO GUIDE Before you run out to see it in theaters, get to know the cast of Black Panther, which features predominately black characters.

NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE You can find reasons to dwell in every corner of CoMo. Our guide outlines the pros and cons of eight areas of town, including price ranges and nearby shops and venues. PAGE 8

LOW-CAL, HIGH-FOWL If you’re a fast food fanatic looking to cut some calories, we hope you like chicken nuggets. Vox ranked five options for those hungry on-the-go.

FIDO-FRIENDLY From pet policies to choosing the right breed, learn how to find your ideal four-legged roommate. PAGE 19

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Apartment hunting in Columbia is hard, especially when you don’t live in the city yet. When I moved here, it was the first time I signed a lease on an apartment I’d never seen. But, as a journalist, I naturally spent hours doing research and scouring apartment-search websites and Facebook groups, trying to find a place where the listing showed more than just the building. A couple of months before I arrived, I found a place that seemed to be a nice fit — and it really was. The apartment was exactly as the pictures showed.

I got lucky. Even when you’re searching for a new place while already living here, finding exactly what you want is a daunting task. Luckily, you have Vox. We’ve dedicated all 24 pages in this week’s issue to helping you find your ideal place to live in Columbia — and keeping it. We break down the pros and cons of different neighborhoods, and we outline exactly what it’ll cost you to finally get that furry friend you’ve been eyeing at the local shelter. We also turned to some interior decor pros for tips and ideas for how to make a rental feel like home.

With apartments popping up everywhere, there’s no shortage of living options in Columbia. But, this abundance makes it that much more difficult when you’re trying to narrow those options. How can you choose between an apartment with a pool and one that sits on top of a taco shop? These are the kinds of make-or-break decisions this issue helps you make.

And while, unfortunately, my current apartment does not sit atop a Mexican grill, it has what I need.

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WHERE TO LIVE

Treat yourself Upscale housing complexes in downtown Columbia offer high-end amenities for students

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The transition from dorm living to apartment digs can be a scary one. Fortunately, downtown student apartments are designed to soothe those fears by making life a little more luxurious. With countless amenities and spacious rooms, these complexes are often nicer than our first places post-grad. See how the major players stack up.

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Location: 1221 E. Walnut St., 825 Elm St. Rates: Walnut Street, $549–695; Elm Street, $699–1,400 Amenities: Walnut Street: grills, study center, pool, fitness center, off-street parking; Elm Street: grills, pool, deck, study center, off-street parking Best known for replacing Bengals and expanding atop the new Shakespeare’s, each Brookside building comes with its own amenities.

Location: 127 S. Eighth St. Rates: $399–1,270 Amenities: gym with virtual classes, club room, tanning beds, movie theater, bike storage, off-street parking, study rooms, cyber cafe with coffee bar, outdoor terrace with fire pits, grills and TVs Located steps away from campus and a block away from Ninth Street, District Flats is near it all with its own outdoor terrace overlooking campus.

Location: 308 S. Ninth St. Rates: $849–1,599 Amenities: commercial shops on the first floor Steps away from the Missouri School of Journalism, The Lofts’ amenities are in its location. Closer to campus than the others on this list, students can easily walk to the library if they need to study. And on the bottom floor, Moe’s and Subway make convenient locations for a quick bite.

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Location: 915 Locust St. Rates: $509–1,249 Amenities: resort-style pool, outdoor entertainment deck with TVs, health and fitness center, virtual fitness programs, study lounge with study rooms, club room, penthouse lounge, BBQ grills, coffee bar, bike storage, off-street parking One of Columbia’s newest student apartment complexes, this high-rise can’t be missed in the heart of downtown, as it’s one of the tallest buildings.

Location: 601 S. Fifth St. Rates: $779–979 Amenities: tanning beds, fitness center and studio, cyber lounge, study rooms, pool, game room, off-street parking, club room with TV, kitchen, lounge area More on-campus than downtown, TODD bills itself as “resort-style” living with amenities that fit individual student’s needs. Other than U Centre, it’s the only living space that offers a glamorized club room.

Location: 625 S. Fourth St. Rates: $809–999 Amenities: fitness center, recreation center, multimedia area, pool, BBQ grills, academic success center, study lounges, bike storage, off-street parking, outdoor gathering pavilions with TVs One of Columbia’s newest apartment complexes, U Centre is nestled between downtown and MU, right next to TODD. Specifically for students, the building has a sleek outdoor aesthetic and a huge pool.

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New degree, new digs Settle down in these peaceful living options for graduate students BY BIANCA RODRIGUEZ

Madelyne Maag, a graduate student, says she likes avoiding the “craziness” of campus at Katy Place.

After their glorious years of undergrad, graduate students’ needs often evolve to a quiet place to call home that isn’t an old house on East Campus or one of the many EDM-blasting complexes. As housing options seem to increase each year in Columbia, it can be hard to figure out where to sign a lease next. Here are five suggestions from local apartment complex employees to get you started.

vaulted ceilings, or a balcony or patio. It also offers access to a clubhouse, tennis courts, a connection to the Katy Trail, a pool and a 24-hour gym for all its tenants.

Katy Place’s laid-back mood helps Maag handle her new lifestyle as a graduate student. “It’s easy for me to go ride my bike and get out into nature,” she says. “I like being so close to the woods and the peace and quiet that comes with it.”

Oakwood Terrace 804 S. Old 63 For those who like to be in the loop minus all the noise, Oakwood Terrace offers a possible solution.

The complex, which is exclusively for graduate and professional students, offers one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartments for less than $600. The residence also has amenities such as free commuter parking across the street from campus and new, high-efficiency heat and central air conditioning.

Orr Street Lofts 1011 E. Walnut St. Although Orr Street Lofts is owned by Brookside, it houses more graduate and professional students than undergraduates. With less than a five-minute walk to Columbia gems such as Fretboard Coffee and Ernie’s Cafe & Steakhouse, graduate students can find themselves in the heart of downtown Columbia without the loud undergraduate neighbors. Apartments start around $740 per person for a two-bedroom without parking, but for an extra $75 per month, you can park your car at the Broadway Columbia hotel parking garage.

Katy Place Apartments 1700 Forum Blvd.

Graduate journalism student Madelyne Maag wanted affordability and a convenient location when she started looking for housing after completing her undergraduate degree.

Katy Place Apartments fit the bill. The complex offers one- or two-bedroom apartments ranging from $670 to $810 and amenities such as a walk-in closet,

Rock Bridge Meadows Apartments 3717 Monterey Drive Rock Bridge Meadows Apartments is a popular leasing option for graduate and professional students. The complex features two-bedroom, one-bath units starting at $660 with utilities included. It offers a nine-month

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lease, which is ideal if you don’t want to deal with the drama of finding a summer subleaser. It’s also a convenient four-minute drive from The Grind Coffee House, a place not highly infiltrated by undergraduate students.

Tara Apartments 1133 Ashland Road If you’re searching for a family-oriented place to live, MU Residential Life offers a solution with Tara Apartments. Located within walking distance from the center of campus, Tara Apartments offers close proximity without the noise. The building offers oneand two-bedroom apartments ranging from $580 to $850, as well as utilities and on-site laundry. Living there gives residents a community experience, as they live next to other graduate students and their families.

“If you have a family, Tara’s where you want to go,” says Tyler Page, associate director for Residential Life.

He says he believes the family aspect of the unit creates a sense of camaraderie among its tenants. “Of course a graduate family can go live anywhere on campus or anywhere in Columbia,” Page says, “but you’re not going to find another community of graduate students that also have families where your children go to the same school as the other children in that Maag describes herself as a social butterfly, a sentiment reflected in her colorful wall decor. “Everybody (at Katy community. As a parent, that relationship you can build Place) is really, really nice,” Maag says. “I haven’t met a bad person here yet.” is priceless.”

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WHERE TO LIVE

Neighborhood guide for the Columbia apartment hunter If you’re looking for the right spot, this guide offers insight into Columbia’s communities BY RON DAVIS Finding the ideal apartment can seem impossible. The complex might be too small, too big, too expensive, too old, too loud, too quiet; whatever the reason, the right fit is difficult to pinpoint. As lease-signing season approaches, here’s a look at several neighborhoods around Columbia that could be landing spots for off-campus residents. Learn how some of the area’s inhabitants figured out where to live.

Downtown

Stazi Prost, a senior at MU, was initially worried about downtown noise filtering into her Brookside Midtown apartment but has been pleasantly surprised that it has not for the most part. Prost chose Brookside Midtown in large part because it accommodated her on an independent lease, so she didn’t have to worry about finding a replacement if one of her roommates moved. She was also pleased with the proximity to downtown because she could walk everywhere she needed to go. The expensive rent, though it included parking and Wi-Fi, was a hang-up at $825 per month, but Prost deemed it the best place for her.

The area offers the same exciting atmosphere East Campus does, but there is more to do in the immediate vicinity. Rent for District Flats and TODD is upwards of $800 per month, but there are plenty of shops, restaurants and bars within a few minutes of one another. Bars in town close at 1 a.m., and campus is a short jaunt away, too.

Pros: nightlife, dining options, proximity to campus Cons: price, noise Price range: $750–1,000

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East Campus

If you like short walks to campus and an active neighborhood, then East Campus might be the ideal spot for you. MU senior Harry deGrood says he could do without the constant construction and cobblestone roads, but he’s happy with his choice to live in East Campus.

It’s reasonably priced, considering the proximity, and deGrood enjoys the community aspect of living in the area.

Lee Street Deli is the only quick option to get a snack, but with downtown and the MU campus about a mile or less away, that might be all you need. Split the cost of a house with a couple of your friends, and it’ll be an exciting year of school. University Place Apartments offers affordable housing between $500 and $600 a month across College Avenue from the East Campus homes.

Pros: proximity to campus and downtown, houses for rent Cons: limited dining options Price range: varies widely

Grindstone Parkway/ Old U.S. 63

Graduate student Phu Le Quang came to Missouri from Vietnam and chose to live at The Reserve because it blocks off a number of its apartments specifically for graduate students. He looked for apartments that offered fully furnished units. Le Quang says $500 per month is a little expensive, but The Reserve’s amenities offset the cost. There are plenty of other options on Old 63 in Columbia, as The Reserve is just the first of many apartment choices down the road. Campus Lodge, The Arch, Grindstone Canyon and Copper Beech are only some of the housing options nearby. The Grindstone Nature Trail runs close to the complex, so residents can take advantage of a place to run or bike. The only immediate food choice is a Pickleman’s, but this area not only offers a quick route to campus but also

to Interstate 70 via U.S. 63.

Pros: quick routes to campus and interstate, proximity to nature, allows pets Cons: limited dining options Price Range: $375–750

Nifong Boulevard

Unlike Old U.S. 63, there are several dining options on Nifong Boulevard.

Between The Den and The Lyfe apartments, which range from about $450 to $700 per month, there is an array of fast food and restaurant options, gas stations, three grocery shopping centers and Columbia’s only Kohl’s. Brookside Townhomes and The Falls are a trek down Providence Road from Nifong. All housing options pose a longer commute to campus, but everything else you need is right down this less-than-a-mile strip of road. If that isn’t enough, across Providence is another cluster of off-campus essentials such as Macadoodles, restaurants and hair salons.

Pros: dining options, pet-friendly, grocery store within walking distance

Cons: longer commute to campus Price range: $350–690

Northside Housing choices aren’t limited to the immediate surroundings of campus and the south side of Columbia. There are several affordable choices on the north side of town, but things are a little more spread out. The northside resembles West Broadway neighborhoods in the sense that it is true off-campus living.

Proximity to campus plays a role, but a drive from Cross Creek Villas, where residents pay as little as $319 per month, to campus is about the same as a trip from Brookside Townhomes to campus — about 15 minutes. At $525 and above, Columbia Crossing and Kitty Hawk Manor Apartments offer relatively inexpensive housing north of I-70.

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Providence Road

Moving away from a sea of restaurants and closer to campus, the route from Providence Road to Stadium Boulevard still has plenty to offer. There are affordable housing options such as Fireside Apartments, Forest Village and Campus View for around $500 to $600 per month, along with higher-end venues such as Woodlake and Boulder Springs, which range from $600 to well over $1,000 per month. Arena Liquor and Macadoodles face each other on opposite sides of Providence, so weekend supplies are always nearby. Both liquor stores operate as gas stations as well. The restaurant Murry’s rests off to the side, and popular breakfast spot Waffle House

is easy to see across from Campus View.

Pros: easy access to campus, restaurants and liquor stores Cons: limited destinations in walking distance Price range: $500–1,000

Stadium Boulevard

Closer to campus and on the north side of Stadium Boulevard are other housing options such as Ashland Manor and Ashwood Apartments for up to $920 per month. The surrounding area is filled with trees, but the MU Student Center is just a three-minute drive away. Ashwood is across Ashland Road from MU’s AV-14 parking lot. It would still be a hike to

campus, but walking to class is not out of the question. If you lived down Stadium at The Domain, where rates can range between $550 and $980, you would need some form of transportation, but you’d be across the street from Zaxby’s and Taco Bell.

Pros: proximity to campus, some dining options, pet-friendly Cons: limited grocery options nearby Price range: $550–980

West Broadway

Columbia Mall is a long five miles away from MU’s campus, and the west side of town doesn’t draw the attention of

students like the south side does. Still, the area offers many of the same fast food restaurants and a gym, along with the mall. Courtyard Apartments, which are right off of Stadium Boulevard, has rates of $600 and up, and residents of Heather Ridge and Kelly’s Ridge Apartments, who pay between $600 and $900 per month, are minutes away from a Walmart and HyVee. Residents in these areas aren’t embedded in the campus life or downtown scene, so it resembles more of a truly “off-campus” neighborhood.

Pros: quieter neighborhoods, shopping, dining options Cons: commute to campus Price range: $600–900

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MAKE IT YOURS

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reating a living space worthy of HGTV is difficult when putting nails in the wall isn’t an option and you’re living on a budget. But fret not; you can have the decor of your dreams without making a mark. Liz Tucker, owner of Poppy, and Kelly Gilion, owner of Plume, share some of their pro decor tips.

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Don’t break the bank Whip out the Washi tape Tucker recommends Washi tape — a decorative tape she describes as noncommittal. “You can complement or cold-contrast the piece,” she says. “We have lots of artist-made prints in the shop, and I think it’s so cute when people hang them up with Washi tape.”

Washi tape can support hanging art (above) but can also be an art form itself. “I’ve seen lots of cute ideas where people take a white wall and put Washi tape on the wall to create stripes, crisscrosses and other designs,” Gilion says.

Snip the edges of this decorative tape instead of ripping them to create a clean look. Browse through photos with friends, postcards from trips and maps to decorate your walls. Pick one statement piece as the focal point and build around it.

Money talks, and Gilion says she understands the bottom line. “It’s picking and choosing what’s going to give you the most bang for your buck,” she says.

“You always need to consider your budget.”

Gilion suggests renters take a hard look at what they already own. Chances are they can use everyday items as decor — even on their walls. Dig through old greeting cards with stylish covers, which add texture and personality to your walls. Get crafty, and host a watercolor painting party to feature your own skills at a much lower price. With a roll of Washi tape, some Command hooks and a thrifty mind, there’s little your walls can’t achieve.

When it comes to decorating a blank wall, Tucker advises renters not to rush into anything. “What I like to do is lay things on the floor first,” she says.

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Other than bulletin boards, use Command hooks or strips to hang your favorite canvases, a frame hung by ribbon or a collage board. Two Command hooks and a curtain rod can even enable you to hang a tapestry.

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Liven up your living space Transform your dreary apartment into a dreamy escape with these tips from Columbia interior experts

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ou’re surrounded by white walls, generic window treatments and the fake plant you bought on a whim.

Thankfully, you don’t need to hire a team of design geniuses or surrender to a life of interior-design mediocrity. A living space that reflects your personality, offers functionality and spares you from Fixer Upper-fueled envy is just steps away.

Whether you are MU’s most spirited supporter, fluent in minimalism, a true hippie or simply hoping to spice up your space, look no further than these interior designers’ insights.

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So, you want to exhibit some school spirit in your space? Decorating with MU in mind goes beyond black and gold. By infusing subtle accents, you can make a room feel festive rather than fanatical.

Sherry Hockman, an interior decorator at Hockman Interiors, has seen her fair share of Tigers-inspired rooms but stresses that staying simple yields the best results.

“Less is more when it comes to (an MU theme),” Hockman says. “I see a lot of homes that do that theme. I would stick with your basic big pieces and then bring in textured pieces.”

Hockman suggests a fur pillow or cowhide rug that’s been dyed black and gold.

One thing to avoid — tiger faces and heads. Sorry, Truman.

Kali Reid-Pewitt, lead merchandiser and buyer at Interior Design Associates, also suggests being understated rather than obvious. This means foregoing basic shades of school colors in favor of something more inventive. Trade dark leather furniture for a caramel-colored chair that evokes gold. Even the photography you showcase can be revamped.

“Nobody wants to see the stadium,” Reid-Pewitt says. “Frame really cool blackand-white photos from the early days at Mizzou in the 1800s with a white matte and a white frame. (You’re) bringing in aesthetic without it being outright Mizzou.”

For Anne Tuckley, interior designer for Anne Tuckley Home, a safari theme pays tribute to the Tigers without becoming a shrine to the team. A zebra hide underneath a gold brass table or some removable leopard-print wallpaper make a room distinctive but can be dismantled at the end of a lease.

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For an urban, modern oasis

Modern interior design is characterized by simplicity, which is often exemplified by basic light fixtures, utilitarian decor and natural accents.

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If clean lines and minimalist details are what you envision for your space, finding statement pieces will be key. This modern style is marked by open space, a neutral color palette, basic lines and simplistic finishes.

By keeping the design clean and sleek, you are then free to experiment with furniture and art.

Hockman recommends finding a centerpiece that evokes a modern-vintage feel, such as wood or metal, and building off of it. Hockman says finding multifunctional furniture that won’t overwhelm the space, such as a coffee table that folds into a dining table, will save square footage.

Reid-Pewitt agrees that an urban-modern approach is all about showcasing the space, not filling it. “There will be a higher visual impact if the decisions that you make are streamlined, sophisticated and really deliberate,” she says. “It is half living, half gallery.”

According to Reid-Pewitt, elements such as exposed brick or large windows can provide “human components to a very structural design.”

Tuckley views modern design as equal parts sensible and stylish. By altering the apartment conditions you’re stuck in, any space can be modern.

“You can have nothing and be modern,” Tuckley says. Naturally, this makes it a go-to theme for many college students on a budget. Tuckley suggests switching out canister lights with pendant lights. Or hit up estate sales for old tool boxes, which she says are great for kitchen islands or as jewelry displays.

In a modern apartment, you want to make the space feel alive because you’ll essentially be seeing everything you own, Reid-Pewitt says.

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For a boho chic bungalow Even the most fanciful flower child needs a dwelling of his or her own. Making a white-walled apartment feel cozy and non-conformist is easier than you think. Basic design decisions about lighting, color and accessories will make or break your boho abode.

Tuckley says finding pieces from the earlier bohemian eras can transform a room. “I think of a lot of ‘70s and ‘80s textures, like rattan and bamboo,” Tuckley says. Finding macrame and crafting it into a hanging table will enhance your humble home.

For Reid-Pewitt, lighting reigns supreme. She says people usually associate a bohemian space with organic lighting or dim, low lighting. Once you find your preference, you can add lamps or light dimmers at your leisure.

Hockman says the point of bohemianism is to defy standards. “There might be rules, but if it’s not what you love, you have to take each style that might attract you and tweak it to make it your own,” Hockman says.

If you’re a bohemian on a budget, highlighting what you already have adds personality to an apartment.

Tuckley recommends hanging jewelry over picture frames or scarves around lamps.

Another way to easily put your trademark on a room is by scouring flea markets for buried treasures. “I would recommend going to flea markets, garage sales, Goodwill, just really shopping the consignment shops,” Tuckley says, “because that’s where the older people are getting rid of their cool stuff.”

For maximum visual appeal, Reid-Pewitt suggests incorporating only one dominant boho element into a room. Try multiple fringed pillows or a vegan leather couch. “It’ll look smarter,” she says, “and it’ll look more tailored.”

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Bohemian style allows for creativity. Incorporate colorful fabrics, interesting textures and old trinkets into your space to best achieve this look.

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Far from the Joker’s cryptic use of cut-out letters or even Scrabble tiles, these letter collages add texture and a change of pace from the digital world — but not without a punch. Show off your sass with collages like “Queen” or “Hell to the No.” Hang up your new art with Washi tape in your bedroom to remind yourself that yes, you are fierce. Price: $5–15

As it turns out, wine bottles can be useful after that last drop of Chardonnay. These wine bottles filled with string lights will add just the right amount of spirited glow to your apartment. Consider placing these on your kitchen counter or using them as a centerpiece to set the mood for a dinner party with friends.

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You can set aside your basic blocklettered Mizzou T-shirt that everybody owns and your pair of tiger ears that’s in every game day post. Show your school spirit in a unique and artsy way with handmade prints of Faurot Field, Memorial Union or the Columns found at Poppy. Price: $13–25

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Don’t limit your decor to the walls. If you’re a full-fledged plant parent, these decorative wooden planters will add personality and practicality to your living space. Accent a room with these patterned pots, and fill them with your favorite plants. Price: $32–44

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If you’re someone who forgets to water your plants, these low-maintenance succulents are for you. Stroll through this greenhouse, and find a plant that will bring some life into your abode.

Price: $3.99, small succulents

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Picking the right pet for your place What to know before adding a four-legged roommate BY MITCHELL BARTLE Apartment living isn’t usually spacious, and student schedules are chaotic, so if you’re looking into getting an animal in the future, there are a lot of details to consider.

Although coming home to a wagging tail and four legs of unconditional love sounds great, it’s important to know what you’re getting yourself into before heading to your local pet store or shelter.

Pet policies Bringing along a pet to your new home might affect your deposit or monthly rent, which means it’s important to know the pet policy of your apartment complex or landlord. It’s also essential to learn which breeds are allowed in your complex, as many apartments have restrictions in place; so take those into consideration before adopting that Great Dane you’ve been dreaming about. To make all of this a little easier, The Central Missouri Humane Society provides a list of landlords’ pet policies across Columbia on its website.

Research breeds If you’ve decided a dog is best, it’s time to start researching breeds. Jessica Schlosser, co-owner of Lizzi & Rocco’s Natural Pet Market, says the first thing to look out for is a breed that barks. Your neighbors aren’t going to be too thrilled if they hear yapping all day while you’re in class or at work.

Getting your dog enough exercise is one of the most important things you can do to keep it healthy and happy, Schlosser says. You should also know which breeds need

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For energetic dogs, Jessica Schlosser, co-owner of Lizzi & Rocco’s, says crating is a good habit to get into before letting them roam alone.

extra exercise. High-energy breeds can do fine in a small space, but you need to be ready to take them on a few walks each day. If a dog has a lot of energy, and you don’t do something to expend it, the dog is likely to use that energy to be destructive in your apartment.

Buy, adopt or foster?

Yes, puppies are cute, but they also require a lot of time and commitment. Schlosser says she wouldn’t recommend students get a fur baby for apartment living.

Many times, they don’t realize that getting a newborn animal often means a 10- to 15-year commitment.

Instead, she suggests students adopt a pet that’s 2 or 3 years old from a local shelter. Shelters get to know their animals’ personalities, and volunteers can help you pick one that would be an ideal fit for your living situation. It’s also important to find a pet that is compatible with your lifestyle. “Cats are way easier, especially with people who have really hectic schedules,” Schlosser says. “They’re kind of like a roommate that just kind of acknowledges that you’re there.” But if you’re set on a canine companion, shelter dogs are often older and can handle being left alone in an apartment for long periods of time.

If you’re juggling classes, a job and other responsibilities, an older pet might be the way to go.

If you’re unsure about whether you want a pet, or you don’t want the long-term commitment, fostering is an option offered by local shelters. Unchained Melodies and Second Chance let you temporarily house a homeless dog or cat as it waits to be adopted. The animal’s food, toys, veterinary care and other necessities are paid for by the shelter. It’s a great way to have a dog without the years of responsibility. All you’re required to provide is a home and lots of love.

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Schlosser says soon-to-be pet owners should match their lifestyles with the pet’s temperament.

Because some landlords have weight limits, hedgehogs, hamsters or rabbits might be a better fit.

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Reading a lease when you sign might be nerve-wracking, but it saves money and time at move out BY RON DAVIS Pay your rent on time, don’t damage property, and don’t engage in criminal activity on the premises. Avoiding a conflict with your landlord might seem like common sense but can prevent problems later.

Moving to an apartment complex should be an exciting affair, but as thrilling as it might be in the moment, it could become a headache if you aren’t careful. To avoid this, it’s important to be familiar with Missouri’s landlord-tenant laws and ask questions before you sign the dotted line.

According to landlord-tenant laws, if a tenant elects to ignore agreed-upon conditions, his or her landlord has the right to break the lease and evict the tenant. But tenants can avoid potential problems a written lease might cause if they ask the right questions before initialing their way down the wall of text.

Jack Lewis, a general litigations lawyer in North Kansas City and a landlord, says the roots of almost all disputes stem from not reading the lease

Jack Lewis, a Kansas City lawyer, advises reading a lease before signing.

carefully. “I don’t want them coming back to me saying, ‘Well you didn’t tell me that,’” he says. “You read it. I assume you read it because you sat there in my office and read it and initialed it. ‘Oh, well I didn’t pay attention.’ Well, I’m sorry. I don’t know what you do to solve that problem.”

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charging for a security deposit. If it’s more than two months’ rent, that landlord is breaking the law. Ask the landlord specifically what condition the unit needs to be left in, which will allow plenty of time to bring it to the expected state. If the unit isn’t up to the landlord’s standard, he or she might keep all or part of the deposit. But the tenant has a right to sue for twice the amount if the landlord has wrongfully withheld the security deposit.

Lewis says a walk-through inspection takes place after a tenant moves out.

The tenant should be present for the walk-through so he or she knows exactly for what and how much the tenant will be charged. If the tenant is not there, the landlord should provide a note detailing what is broken and how much it’ll cost to repair the damages. If the remaining security deposit isn’t paid back in 30 days, Lewis would advise a client to wait another five days and then move forward with filing a motion in court.

“If they haven’t complied, you can go back in and get double the amount of your deposit back,” Lewis says.

What you are responsible for Tenants are responsible for their negligence-caused damages, but wear and tear on the unit from the weather

or the age of the complex fall on the landlord. Ask for the repairs first through your landlord’s method of choice. If your request is ignored, submit a written request to your landlord, and keep a copy. If repairs still aren’t made, the tenant may seek legal assistance.

Rent will not be allowed to be withheld under most circumstances. However, there is a provision for model tenants whenever the condition in the unit has affected sanitation, security or habitability. If the tenant has obtained written verification from local housing authorities, the landlord has 14 days to fix the problem. If the unit isn’t up to code after the 14 days, the tenant can deduct the repairs from his or her rent.

A landlord-tenant relationship doesn’t have to be agonizing, but, especially for students who are renting for the first time, it’s important to know their rights. No landlord has the right to discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status or national origin.

Landlord-tenant laws are designed for tenants to ask for changes to specific clauses if they feel the need. If the landlord doesn’t accommodate, then that complex might not be the right place to sign. But even if you feel it’s the right match, read the lease first.

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A relationship counselor breaks down the complicated dynamics behind roomie harmony BY MEGHAN WEINEWUTH You know the feeling. Trudging home in the cold weather, classes done, workout complete, library time exceeded. Warm beds, fuzzy socks and hot tea await you at home. However, upon opening the door to your safe haven, you can’t even get to your bed without noticing the pile of dishes in the sink. To make matters worse, you hear it — the sound of your roommate’s door opening.

Navigating the roommate run-in is a classic college skill that takes years of practice. According to an empirical study published in the Journal of Student Affairs Research and Practice, “For millions of college students, interpersonal relationships are essential to psychological development ... In a sample of 31,500 students in a nationwide survey, 50.1% of women and 44.1% of men reported ‘frequent’ or ‘occasional’ conflict with roommates or housemates.”

If you think you are an outlier because you are having roommate problems, take a step back, and do not fear. According to the research of The Marriage Clinic of author John Gottman, 69 percent of problems are ultimately not resolvable because they stem from core issues.

Living in close quarters with someone else can have far-reaching effects. According to The Atlantic, a 2012 study posited that between roommates, “Depression was transmitted fairly easily among men ... Among women, by contrast, students with poor mental

69 PERCENT OF PROBLEMS ARE ULTIMATELY NOT RESOLVABLE BECAUSE THEY STEM FROM CORE ISSUES. – JOHN GOTTMAN, The Marriage Clinic health appear, if anything, to do better paired with roommates who also have poor mental health.” Your perception of the world can change depending on your proximity to your roommate, despite any similarities or differences you may have

Tara Vossenkemper, a relationship counselor, says agreeing on rules for the house allows roommates to establish expectations so any issues can be addressed directly.

with one another.

Is your bedroom Type A, spanking clean with all your pencils lined up symmetrically on your desk? Or is it more like a haphazard display of your disorganized clothes and school supplies?

This does not boil down to messy versus clean; rather, this is a difference in lifestyle that will likely never change.

Tara Vossenkemper, relationship counselor and founder of The Counseling Hub, says: “Just because most problems can only be resolved to a point, that

doesn’t mean the relationship cannot be wildly successful. The happiest couple in the world would still have the same amount of problems. It is just about how we communicate. When people say, ‘We don’t fight,’ that is bullshit. Of course you do. Everyone does. And every conflict style is different, but with the differences comes the communication.”

As long as you appropriately present yourself and your thoughts, you will feel heard. That’s how you keep your roommate relationships solid.

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ARTS & CULTURE Pictures of the Year International Judging Photos from around the globe are featured and picked apart by expert judges in this international photo competition, which is the oldest and most pretigious worldwide. This year marks its 75th anniversary. Through Feb. 22, begins at 9 a.m. each day, Fred Smith Forum, Reynolds Journalism Institute, Free, 884-2188

Dublin Irish Dance: Stepping Out Embrace the Irish culture with a night of world-champion Irish dancers accompanied by a traditional Irish band. The all-star cast brings to life the epic tale of Celtic culture and carries its traditional melodies and steps to the New World. Friday, 7–9:30 p.m., Jesse Auditorium, $18–38, 882-3781

Harry Potter Craft Night

Are you feeling nostalgic for Harry Potter?

Make your own wand, and create Hogwarts wearables and magic crafts at the library.

Costumes are encouraged, and wizard-themed entertainment and refreshments will be offered. Friday, 7–9 p.m., Columbia Public Library, Friends Room, Free, 443-3161

Weekend Film: Wonder

Based on a bestselling novel, this film tells the heartwarming story of a young boy born with facial deformities attending mainstream elementary school for the first time. Friday, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., Jesse Wrench Auditorium, $2; $1 with MU student ID, 882-3780

Vertical Desires Spice up your Valentine’s Day weekend with a dance show that’s different from most at The Blue Note — because it’s done entirely on poles. Professionally choreographed with dancers from across the country, it’s sure to impress you and your date. Friday, 7:30 p.m., doors; 8:30 p.m., show, The Blue Note, $15, floor; $20, balcony, 874-1944

CIVIC Corduroy Party

Children ages 2 to 8 are invited to the library for activities and a reading of the book Corduroy by Don Freeman. Tonight, 6–6:45 p.m., Columbia Public Library, Children’s Program Room, Free, 443-3161

STEAM Fair Children ages 5 to 18 can enjoy a day of robotics, computer programming and electronics. Various stations designed for different age groups will give children and teens opportunities to build and code. Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Columbia Public Library, Friends Room, Free, 443-3161

Lunar New Year Celebration Make sure you wear red or new clothes to symbolize luck and new beginnings while you celebrate the year of the dog. Friday, 7–9 p.m., Stotler Lounge, Free, 636-751-6180

Escape Room: Trapped in the 1980s Travel back to the 1980s in this escape room to solve puzzles and discover hidden clues — before time runs out and you are stuck in the past forever. Saturday, 11 a.m. to noon, Columbia Public Library, Studio, Free, 443-3161

FOOD & DRINK Mega Shabbat at Mizzou All students are welcome to the biggest Shabbat dinner of the year. RSVPs are encouraged. Friday, 6–7:30 p.m., Memorial Union S304, Free, 443-7460

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This year marks the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s death. Celebrate his legend with this Olivier award-winning Best New Play. Although the truth might be a mystery, playwright Katori Hall fictionalizes what might have occurred between King and a seemingly insignificant maid the evening of April , 1968 — the night before King was assassinated. Monday, 7 p.m., Jesse Auditorium, $18–33, 882-3781

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Reserve a table, and enjoy all-you-can-eat shrimp, sausage, potatoes and corn on the cob. For $10, get a bottomless souvenir cup. Saturday, 5:30–8:30 p.m., Hallsville Fairgrounds, $200, table of six, 819-8585

That1Guy (also known as Mike Silverman) produces a rare sound in his shows with the help of The Magic Pipe, a towering conglomeration of strings, electronics and other various sound-producing devices.

Tuesday, 7 p.m., doors; 8 p.m., show, Rose Music Hall, $12, 874-1944

The animated comedy reveals a caveman’s battle to save the Stone Age from the imminent Bronze Age — but not without the help of his sidekick and their entire tribe.

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Second Annual HCDA Shrimp Boil

Craft Beer Cellar’s Third Thursday Check out music from local Columbia duo The January Lanterns while you browse art from Matt Ballou’s collection, “The Beer Pictures.” Tonight, 6:30–10 p.m., Craft Beer Cellar, Free, 449-0242

Moon Taxi This Nashville-native, five-piece band already has quite the following. Its newest single, “Two High,” was written to promote peace and has reached more than 75 million listens on Spotify. Tonight, 8 p.m., The Blue Note, $23 in advance; $25 day of, 874-1944

Dr. Shelly Moorman-Stahlman Dr. Organ Workshop

Come see the best wrestlers in the state as they compete to become state champions.

Today, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Mizzou Arena, $9, 875-4880

Mizzou Women’s Basketball vs.

Tennessee It’s a top-20 matchup featuring two of the best SEC women’s teams as the Tigers look to get back on track against ranked opponents. Sunday, 1 p.m., Mizzou Arena, Price varies, 882-6501

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Get familiar with the Oscar-nominated short films in both categories. The live-action compilation covers some heavy topics in five shorts. The less serious but sophisticated animated shorts will also show five films. RT

Missouri State Wrestling Championships

If you have ever been curious about organs, join a workshop led by Lebanon Valley College organist and professor on Friday.

Then, hear her perform works on the church’s historic Skinner organ. Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m., Missouri United Methodist Church, $10; $5, students, 443-3111

A “We Always Swing” Jazz Series favorite, René Marie is an award-winning artist with a Grammy-nominated album. After raising a family and working in the corporate world, Marie turned her passion for music into a career. Her original compositions mix blues, jazz, gospel and soul, which makes for a night of dynamic music. Sunday, 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m., Murry’s, $28–46, 449-3009

Oscar Shorts 2018: Animation and Live Action (NR)

Mizzou looks to bolster its tournament track record against a good Ole Miss team at Mizzou Arena. Tuesday, 8 p.m., Mizzou Arena, Price varies, 882-6501

Black Panther (PG-13) Based on the ‘60s comic book character, this Marvel film follows the challenges of T’Challa, or Black Panther, when he returns home to inherit the throne as king of Wakanda.

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Samson (PG-13) Following the biblical epic of the superhuman chosen by god, Samson shows the sacrifices the young Hebrew makes to avenge the cruel Philistine empire.

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Still playing 12 Strong (R) F, R The 15:17 to Paris (PG-13) F, R The Breadwinner (PG-13) RT Call Me By Your Name (R) RT Darkest Hour (PG-13) F Den of Thieves (R) R Fifty Shades Freed (R) F, R Forever My Girl (PG) R The Greatest Showman (PG) F, R Hostiles (R) R I, Tonya (R) R Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (PG-13) F, R Maze Runner: The Death Cure (PG - 13) F, R Peter Rabbit (PG) F, R The Post (PG-13) F Phantom Thread (R) RT The Shape of Water (R) R, RT Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (R) R Winchester (PG-13) F, R

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