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The Reflector

Vice President of Student Affairs Regina Hyatt attended the Maroon Edition dedication.

MSU partners with Habitat for Humanity to build 75th county home for local woman

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

Officials and residents from Mississippi State University and Starkville's Habitat for Humanity gathered on Nov. 6 to dedicate the newest Maroon Edition Habitat for Humanity home for Twana Hubbard. Hubbard...

MSU unveils $2.5 million renovation to Sanderson Center

MSU unveils $2.5 million renovation to Sanderson Center

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

On Nov. 13, the Joe Frank Sanderson Center hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its $2.5 million student-funded renovation project. The renovations, which began in March 2024 and were funded by the...

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,...

Some students complain the increases in security measures are inconvenient.

MSU implements 16-character password requirement for students, staff

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer November 12, 2024

For the second time since March, Mississippi State University has increased its security measures for student and staff accounts. On October 30, MSU began slowly rolling out a new policy that mandates...

Locking car doors is one of the steps to the "9 p.m. Routine" posted nightly on social media

Starkville P.D.’s ‘9 p.m. Routine’ campaign contributes to drop in property crimes

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer November 5, 2024

According to the Mississippi Crime Statistics, there were 337 reported cases of robbery in Mississippi in 2023, with 36.2% of them occurring in a person's place of residence. Of those incidents reported,...

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...

Cassidy's guide to the monsters and myths of Mississippi

Cassidy’s guide to the monsters and myths of Mississippi

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer October 29, 2024

Halloween is right around the corner, bringing out all of the old ghost stories and tales of monsters roaming the streets and inducing fear in the minds of many. Of course, they are nothing more than...

Khaoula Kamal is this year's Miss MSU.

Miss MSU: Khaoula Kamal

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer October 29, 2024

Khaoula Kamal is this year's Miss MSU. "I think Khaoula represents everything that MSU values: integrity, excellence, service and humility, and that her dedication to making the community around her...

"It affects the whole family:" Golden Triangle mother and daughter battle breast cancer

“It affects the whole family:” Golden Triangle mother and daughter battle breast cancer

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer October 22, 2024

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the state of Mississippi has the highest rate of cancer deaths in the nation. It accounts for roughly 18% of deaths in the state. There are...

MSU student wins reality show "Estate of Survival"

MSU student wins reality show “Estate of Survival”

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer October 15, 2024

There are many reality competitions on television, from "The Voice" to "Master Chef," each of which is watched by millions of viewers. However, what are the odds of being able to compete on one? In...

The Humphrey Coliseum was packed with sororities and fraternities ready to cheer on their performers as they performed to songs such as "Bad guy" and "Holding out for a Hero"

Chi Omega’s Limelight raises money for Make-A-Wish Foundation

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Applause filled Humphrey Coliseum on Sept. 26 as Sigma Phi Epsilon and Phi Mu won Chi Omega's annual dance competition, Limelight, which is expected to raise over $40,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Twenty-five...

Face-off: No more SNL cowbell

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer September 24, 2024

There is nothing more enjoyable than the pre-game hype-ups at a football game. The enthusiasm from the crowd builds up in excitement for their beloved team to charge the field and take on their foes. It's...

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