The MU alma mater, "Old Missouri," has been sung at concerts, sporting events and award ceremonies since it was written in 1895, but some people believe it is time to modify wording in the song they see as outdated.
MU alma mater: Some women object to 'maiden' in 'Old Missouri'
Thursday, October 18, 2012 | 7:07 p.m. CDT;
updated 9:11 a.m. CDT, Friday, October 19, 2012
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