Curators consider adding sexual orientation to policy -- Report made on educational fees -- Curators elect Paul Combs Board President for 1999 -- Beckett's final report details UM's successes in 1998 -- No injuries from tornado but UM buildings hit hard -- Missouri Biography Series wins praise and provides link to important citizens in state's history -- UM establishes fellowship to honor Brice Ratchford -- New Alzheimer's research to begin in Missouri -- University promotes hotel preferred provider program for official travel.