The Social Plug
Learn more about the events happening this week.
Braiding Basics Workshop 🏫
Sponsor: Center for Student Involvement (CSI)
Join us for the Braiding Basics Workshop, a hands-on, beginner-friendly experience designed to celebrate community and creativity. This free, 3-hour workshop invites students of all backgrounds and all skill levels to explore the art and significance of hair braiding while learning foundational braiding techniques.
Craft Your Community 🏫
Sponsor: Women's Center
Craft Your Community has been a social knitting group since World War II. Join us every Wednesday from 4–6 p.m. as we carry on the tradition. This welcoming event invites people of all skill levels to knit, crochet, sew, embroider, and more. Come share your triumphs, troubleshoot your challenges, and connect with fellow fiber artists who speak your language.
MSO Ramadan Iftar 🏫
Sponsor: MSO
InshaAllah, we will be hosting iftars on campus every Wednesday and Friday during Ramadan. We're excited to collaborate with Najm for our Illuminated Program. These iftars are open to the community.
Cocoa & Chill 🏫
Sponsor: Multicultural Center
A relaxed event that serves as a social reintroduction to college after winter break with hot cococa.
Suit Up for Success 🏫
Sponsor: MU Career Center
Truman's Closet is coming to the Career Center! Students can stop by between 3:30-5:00 pm to the lower level of the Success Center to select professional attire for upcoming career fairs and interviews. One free outfit (clothes/accessories) per student! Don't miss this chance to upgrade your fit and make a great impression!
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Books and Beats 🏫
Sponsor: Gaines/Oldham Black Culture Center
Come through to enjoy a supportive study space, find focus and connect with fellow Tigers while working toward your academic goals. Snacks and drinks provided.
MGC 101 🏫
Sponsor: Multicultural Greek Council
Have you ever been interested in Greek life? Do you want to be a part of a group of motivated individuals who promote cultural awareness, unity, and involvement on and off our campus? Join us to discuss what the Multicultural Greek Council is, how to get involved, and what we as a council provide to our members!
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Explore Radiation Oncology with Dr. Mohamed Abdelhakiem 🏫
Sponsor: MedOpp Advising Office
Interested in oncology?
Want to learn more about the therapeutic uses of radiation?
Come join Dr. Mohamed Abdelhakiem of MU Healthcare for a talk on this exciting and growing specialty in medicine!
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Community and Cuisine: Lunar New Year 🏫
Sponsor: Campus Activities Programming Board (CAPB)
Ring in the Lunar New Year with a night full of flavor, fun, and festive vibes! Join us for a FREE celebration where you’ll enjoy traditional food, vibrant decor, and the chance to welcome a year of luck, prosperity, and good vibes with your campus community. 🧧✨
JCPenney Suit-Up Event 🏫
Sponsor: MU Career Center
Stop by the Columbia Mall JCPenney store for up to 30% off select careerwear, shoes and accessories! Plus students can get $25 off a purchase of $100 or more! **Student ID is required to get your coupon**
Sankofa Project: A Journey Through Black Music and Artistry 🏙️
Sponsor: Odyssey Chamber Music Series
Saturday at 7pm, First Baptist Church
February 21, 2026 (Sat) 7pm
SANKOFA PROJECT: A Journey Through Black Music and Artistry in America
Conceived and Curated by Patrick Dailey, founding artistic director of the W. Crimm Singers.
In the West African tradition, the Adinkra symbol of “Sankofa” depicts a bird with its head turned backwards while its feet face forward carrying a precious egg in its mouth.
Sankofa Project: A Journey Through Black Music and Artistry explores the rich tapestry of vocal music created by African Americans. An ideal program for any commemoration of African American history and culture, the program features the music and stories of musical figures across genres such as Marian Anderson, Harry T. Burleigh, Sam Cooke, Florence Price, and Margaret Bonds performed by the Sankofa Quintet; five young HBCU alumni artists making their mark on the performing arts world.
FREE Heart Health Screening Event 🏙️
Sponsor: MU Healthcare
Join MU Health Care on February 21 for a free Heart Health Screening Event! We’ll have a variety of experts to speak with, booths to explore and multiple heart screenings available.
Free Screenings Include:
· Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)
· Blood Pressure
· Body Mass Index (BMI)
Featured Booths:
· Heart Attack and Stroke Education
· Hands-Only CPR
· Heart Health Cooking Demos
· Q&A With Heart Health Experts
· And More
Come by any time between 7 and 10 a.m. Walk-ins welcome!
Geeks Who Drink Trivia at Cafe B 🏙️
Sponsor: Cafe Berlin
COMO's weekly trivia fix is here for the 2026 season!
Join us at Cafe Berlin every Wednesday night for two full hours of trivia! A plethora of categories for every bookworm, quiz-head, and nerd! Free to play. Teams of 6 people maximum. Bring a charged phone as answers will be submitted digitally!
You are welcome to simply come observe from the bar.
Doors at 6 • Kitchen runs late! • Trivia starts AT SEVEN! Don't be late!
Spring Fling! 🏫
Sponsor: LGBTQ Resource Center
Bloom into the season at the Spring Fling hosted by the LGBTQ+ Resource Center— enjoy snacks, drinks, and meet new friends.
Let's MAAAke It Messy 🏫
Sponsor: Asian American Association
Let's MAAAke It Messy! We’re talking history, culture, contradiction… and then testing what you know with trivia where wrong answers = food dumped on someone's head. Come through on Wednesday, Feb. 18 from 5-7pm in Memorial Union N201AB for a GBM unpacking Asian American identity—the awkward parts, the uncomfortable questions, the stuff we usually don’t say out loud.
Craft Your Community 🏫
Sponsor: Women's Center
Craft Your Community has been a social knitting group since World War II. Join us every Wednesday from 4–6 p.m. as we carry on the tradition. This welcoming event invites people of all skill levels to knit, crochet, sew, embroider, and more. Come share your triumphs, troubleshoot your challenges, and connect with fellow fiber artists who speak your language.
Community Showcase at Cafe Berlin 🏙️
Sponsor: Cafe Berlin
Join us Monday nights for our Community Showcase "Open Mic"
Sign up to play is on a first come, first play basis. We take every step to ensure everyone who shows gets an opportunity on stage.
We're featuring several local favorites and fresh faces. Featured artists each week from 6-7PM, then open mic follows!
This is part of an ongoing series – if you miss a Monday, we'd love to see you at the next!
Friends are always welcome to join – we have a stash of board games and cards! We're runnin' sandwich specials while supplies last! Ask your bartender what the featured sammies are for the week!
Email booking@cafeberlincomo.com with any questions
Health School Admissions Panel 🏫
Sponsor: College of Arts & Science
Hear from representatives from professional health schools who will share insights into the application process and the career paths associated with their programs. Panelists will discuss admissions criteria, interview expectations, and how students can prepare for and succeed in various health professions, followed by a Q&A session.
Participating Schools:
-University of Missouri School of Medicine
-UMKC School of Pharmacy
-A.T. Still University of Health Science
-University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
-Creighton School of Pharmacy and Health Professions
2026 Professional Healthcare Programs Expo 🏫
Sponsor: College of Arts & Sciences
Explore your next step toward a career in healthcare! Connect with admissions and recruitment representatives from leading institutions offering advanced degrees in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, optometry, athletic training, medical physics, and more.
Rotel and Cornbread Sale 🏫
Sponsor: Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc.
We will be selling Rotel and Cornbread to help donate proceeds to the Columbia African American Association. Come grab good eats between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
Rise and Grind Breakfast
Sponsor: Gaines/Oldham Black Culture Center
Join the Gaines/Oldham Black Culture Center & MU Career Center for an energizing breakfast while connecting with fellow students, staff, and faculty. Discover the resources available to you and take this opportunity to strengthen your ties within the Mizzou community.
Valentine's Day Goat Yoga 🏙️
Sponsor: Goat Yoga of MO
Goat Yoga on Valentine's Day!
Welcome to Valentines Day Goat Yoga - Columbia, MO! Join us at Goat Yoga of MO on February 14, 2026 at 5:30 PM (Central Time) for a unique and fun experience. Spend quality time with your loved ones while enjoying the company of adorable goats. Let's spread love and positive vibes together through yoga and animal therapy. Don't miss out on this heartwarming event!
Rocheport Chocolate Crawl 🏙️
Sponsor: Rocheport MO Events
The Chocolate Crawl 2026 in Rocheport, MO will feature participating merchants serving delectable chocolates.
With your ticket you will get a map emailed to you three days prior to the event and the directions of where to pick up your bag to carry all your treats. If you purchase within 3 days of the event, you will need to go to rocheport-mo.com/events/ to view the map with the pick up stops online. This event will run on February 14th from 12-4PM allowing plenty of time to enjoy all that Rocheport has to offer.
Tickets are non-refundable.
Valentine's Day Party 🏫
Sponsor: Queer Liberation Front
QLF and Oasis will host a Valentine's Day Party to engage the community with a fun-for-all event involving decorating teddy bears and crafting Valentine's cards with tasty snacks!
Pop the Balloon 🏫
Sponsor: SEA x NSBE x SLG x LBC
Would you pop your balloon?? 👀🎈 Join us on Thursday, February 12, at 6 PM for an event of potential matches!! We’ll also be fundraising for Congo! Open your heart as well as your wallet‼️
Heart to Heart ft. Passions Adult Boutique 🏫
Sponsor: SEAM- Sexual Education & Advocacy at Mizzou
Stay tuned for details — we can’t wait to see you there!
Build-a-Bae Bouquet 🏫
Sponsor: Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc
Come build a bouquet with us! We will provide fake flowers and pipe cleaners for craft bouquets, or real flowers for a small free of $10.
Build Your Own Bouquet💐 🏫
Sponsor: Campus Activities Programming Board (CAPB)
Love is in the air — and so is the smell of fresh flowers! Just in time for Valentine’s Day, swing by our FREE bouquet-making event and craft your own custom arrangement. Whether you're making it for a partner, a bestie, or your fabulous self, nothing says "I care" like handpicked petals and a little creativity. 🌹✨
Women's Health and Wellness Day 🏫
Sponsor: Missouri Students Association
Celebrate Women's Health and Wellness Day by supporting menstrual equity on campus. Donate feminine hygiene products to us in the Student Center! All items will go directly to Tiger Pantry.
Cupids clicks and perfections 🏫
Sponsor: Black Book Mizzou
A bake sale fundraiser where we will be selling Valentine’s Day themed rice crispies, Oreos, and pretzels. To raise money for future black book events.
LGBTQ+ Health and Wellness Day 🏫
Sponsor: Missouri Students Association
Join us in Memorial N201 to discuss LGBTQ+ health, wellness, and community. Hear from WGST Faculty and students from SEAM (Sexual Education and Advocacy at Mizzou). An open discussion will follow. All students are welcome as we uplift LGBTQ+ voices and promote well-being on campus. Texas Roadhouse rolls provided!
Love is Blind 🏫
Sponsor: African Student Association
ASA is testing the biggest question of all… is love really blind? 👀💞Join us for Love Is Blind, where connections come before appearances and the vibes speak louder than faces. Expect games, laughs, and moments you’ll be talking about long after the night ends. Pull up with your friends or come solo — either way, you’re leaving entertained❤️🔥.
Mocktails and Masterpieces 🏫
Sponsor: Campus Activities Programming Board (CAPB)
Calling all artists, dabblers, and daydreamers — it’s time to paint, sip, and vibe! Join us for a chill night of creativity where you’ll get a FREE custom mocktail and all the supplies you need to create your very own painted masterpiece. No experience needed — just good energy and your unique flair! 🖌️✨
Whether you're channeling your inner Van Gogh or just here for the vibes and vibes-only beverage, this is your chance to relax, unwind, and let your imagination run wild.
MAPS Valentine Fundraiser 🏫
Sponsor: Minority Association of Pre-Health Students
A valentines fundraiser selling baked goods.