University of Missouri students participate in Tiger Prowl and Senior Sendoff. This event occurs each May and is the reverse of Tiger Walk. During the prowl, graduating seniors stand on the south side of Francis Quadrangle and walk through the Columns toward the city of Columbia to symbolize their upcoming graduation from the university. More than 5,400 students are expected to receive degrees from Mizzou during the weekend of May 17-19.
The University of Missouri will recognize Albie Sachs, an anti-apartheid leader in South Africa, as one of two honorary degree recipients at the Honors Convocation on Saturday, May 18.
The University of Missouri will recognize Mel West, a lifelong humanitarian, as one of two honorary degree recipients at the Honors Convocation on Saturday, May 18.