"Our deepest sympathies lie with the victims of this terrible disaster," University of Missouri President Elson S. Floyd said today. "The University of Missouri is taking the swiftest measures possible to aid students whose academic schedules have been affected."

University of Missouri-Columbia

In response to urgent requests received from students attending Gulf Coast universities temporarily closed by the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, University of Missouri-Columbia officials are offering assistance on a case-by-case basis. Affected students may temporarily attend MU classes on a part-time or full-time basis, or they may take distance education courses. University officials also are identifying current MU students whose homes are in the areas affected by the hurricane to determine what support can be provided to them. MU officials will be providing information to the campus community on various relief efforts for hurricane victims. For additional information, students or parents should call (573) 882-7786. MU Media Contact: Christian Basi (573) 882-4430.

University of Missouri-Kansas City

The University of Missouri-Kansas City is assisting Gulf Coast area college students who have been displaced by the effects of Hurricane Katrina. Several affected students have been or are in the process of enrolling in UMKC for the fall semester. University officials are expecting more admissions during the next week. Late admission fees for students affected by Hurricane Katrina are being waived. UMKC is ready to accommodate quick admission, and academic advisors are prepared to work with the students to find appropriate class placement. In addition to waiving late fees for the fall semester, UMKC will assist Kansas City area students with education fees and transferring financial aid. Students and parents seeking assistance are encouraged to contact UMKC by Wednesday, September 7, 2005 and should call Joan Belt, Assistant Director of Admissions, at (816) 235-1202. UMKC Media Contact: John Allen (816) 235-1585.

University of Missouri-St. Louis
The University of Missouri-St. Louis has established a program to immediately enroll students who attend colleges that have been closed due to Hurricane Katrina. UMSL will waive its application and late registration fees, work to place students in classes that will transfer to their home college and possibly provide some scholarship aid to students in need. Students should call (314) 516-5451 for more information. UMSL Media Contact: Bob Samples (314) 516-5665.

University of Missouri-Rolla
The University of Missouri-Rolla will waive application and late registration fees, extend the registration deadlines, and assist in finding housing for Missouri students displaced by Hurricane Katrina. UMR officials will work with students individually to provide a course schedule appropriate to their degree needs. UMR financial aid officers will work with the students to prepare a plan to cover tuition and associated fees. For more information, call UMR's enrollment management office at (573) 341-4378. UMR Media Contact: Andrew Careaga (573) 341-4328.