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The Reflector

Administrative Assistant Kathryn Pratt advises Courtney Eddy at the Career Center.

There is no such thing as a “bad” major

Erin Erter, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

Every prospective college student has heard it before — “you should pick a major that will make you the most money” — insinuating that not all majors can make a livable wage. It is a phrase so...

Tailgating in the Junction now includes a stage and vendors.

Changes in the Junction make tailgating a chore

Grace Goff, Contributing Writer November 19, 2024

Mississippi State University football and tailgating have been a massive part of my time for 20 years — my entire life — but recently, it has not been as enjoyable. My family and I have always tailgated...

Bully deserves more recognition

Bully deserves more recognition

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

The only thing more important than having a team at a sports game is having the spirit squads to lead the fans in cheers. From cheerleaders and dance squads to music playlists and crowd interactivity,...

Top video games from a girlfriend's perspective

Top video games from a girlfriend’s perspective

Elena Harman, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

As a girlfriend, I have witnessed the highs and lows of my partner’s gaming journey — often from the couch next to him. Sometimes I join in, sometimes I just watch, but there is no denying that video...

Data from the Oktibbeha County Circuit Court.

A woman’s response to the 2024 Presidential Election

Lizzie Tomlin, Staff Writer November 12, 2024

Dear voters, whether you feel you have won or lost, it is important to remember political elections are not like football games. Your team did not win or lose, you voted to elect the next leader of the...

Data from the Oktibbeha County Circuit Court.

Why the 2024 Presidential Election was a landslide

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor November 12, 2024

Garnering 312 electoral votes, the majority in both the U.S. Senate and House and the largest popular vote count in Republican history, the Republican victory in the U.S. Presidential Election on Nov....

Getting involved on campus harder than it should be

Getting involved on campus harder than it should be

Jevon Edwards, Contributing Writer November 5, 2024

Many students, including myself, want to get involved during our time in college, especially since it can feel lonely and boring trying to get used to a new environment and make new friends. Mississippi...

gates block off the end of George Perry Street due to ongoing construction on North campus.

An evolving campus is a good thing

Reed Lindsey, Staff Writer November 5, 2024

Construction is a constant on every college campus in America. It can be rather annoying at times, but I believe it is better to have a campus that is always evolving than one that is always standing still. Let...

Energy drinks such as Ghost, Reign and Alani Nu are available at gas stations across Starkville

Energy drink reviews 2: this time with more corporate greed

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor November 5, 2024

Nearly 10 months ago, I collected my thoughts on the vessels of my addiction to caffeine for monetary gain. Somehow, that article has become the third most viewed article on the Reflector website from...

Halloween Psychology: People enjoy being scared safely

Halloween Psychology: People enjoy being scared safely

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer October 29, 2024

As October draws to a close, we once again find ourselves celebrating what is, in my humble opinion, the best holiday of the year: Halloween. We all have childhood memories of dressing up in spooky...

Swanson reflects on 31 days of Halloween horror

Swanson reflects on 31 days of Halloween horror

Charles Swanson, Contributing Writer October 29, 2024

In the spirit of the fall season, I have embarked upon the journey of watching a singular horror film every day for this month, and it has been an experience I would not trade for anything. This idea...

Trick-or-Trunk: Both versions offer family fun

D'elia Martinez, Contributing Writer October 29, 2024

Love it or hate it, Halloween is a very old but thriving holiday. According to a survey by Safe Kids Worldwide, more than 70% of Americans plan to participate in 2024. As a kid, I adored Halloween:...

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