Barbara F. Luebke, Journalism School faculty member 1974-77 and 1980-84 and (her research suggests) just the seventh woman to earn a Ph.D. in journalism from Mizzou, has published “My Life With Words/A baby boomer journalist chronicles her journey to professional success and personal peace.” It includes numerous chapters centered on her time as a Missourian editor and faculty member, and her life in Columbia. It is available from bookstores and Amazon.

Updated: March 19, 2025