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The Reflector

The Student Newspaper of Mississippi State University

The Reflector

The Student Newspaper of Mississippi State University

The Reflector

The history of Mississippi States cowbell

The history of Mississippi State’s cowbell

Noah McCord, Sports Editor May 2, 2024

Mississippi State University's cowbell is the long-standing auditory symbol of our athletics. From the massive cowbell seen around campus to the iconic ring at the football games, it is natural to question...

 New volunteer firefighters must attend 120 hours of certification classes in order to serve Oktibehha County.

Volunteer firefighters balance their lives between calls and classes

Megan Gordon, Staff Writer May 2, 2024

A familiar page tone wakes them up in their homes in the middle of the night. The loud, high-pitched beep is followed by a long, low tone and 10 siren-like chirps through their radios. They listen to their...

Reflector staff holding awards won at the Mississippi Press Associations Better Newspaper Contest.

Staff Collaboration: What we wish we were told as new students

Staff Collaboration May 2, 2024

For some of us, our time here at Mississippi State University is coming to an end. College is a time of extreme growth and change, and we have seen this in our time at MSU no matter how long that we have...

The people are what make Starkville the Best Small Town.

Best Small Town in the South is a deserving title for this charming conglomeration of people

John Baladi, Life & Entertainment Editor May 2, 2024

Starkville was recently named Best Small Town in the South by USA Today. In the aftermath, I heard many say that they were shocked to hear this, but I feel this quaint town is deserving of the title. As...

The Division of Student Affairs awarded 29 outstanding students the Spirit of State Award.

MSU celebrates 19th annual Spirit of State Awards

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer May 2, 2024

Every year, Mississippi State University's Spirit of State Awards honor students who have gone above and beyond in service to their school, peers and the community of Starkville. To qualify for the...

James: Zac Selmon is the future, but there is still work to be done

James: Zac Selmon is the future, but there is still work to be done

Colin James, Staff Writer May 2, 2024

It has been more than a year since Zac Selmon took command as Mississippi State University's athletic director, and there is still some work to be done. With this in mind, he has done a good job at keeping...

 Dorm Rooms of Mississippi and Beyond hosts an annual cover photo contest. Photos compete for hundreds of likes and the winner is featured on the group’s banner.

Mississippi Facebook group redefines dorm decor

Kate Myers, News Editor May 2, 2024

In the age of social media, the landscape of freshman dormitory living has undergone a makeover. Facebook group “Dorm Rooms of Mississippi and Beyond” has taken this shift in stride, offering incoming...

Elizabeth Keen attends the annual Maroon and White Night.

Keen: Mississippi State encourages students to find their passion

Elizabeth Keen, Staff Writer May 2, 2024

I do not quite know where I would be right now if I had not joined the Reflector sports staff at the very beginning of my sophomore year at Mississippi State University. I was excited, albeit a bit...

Fables are an accessible source of timeless lessons

Fables are an accessible source of timeless lessons

Rowan Feasel, Staff Writer April 23, 2024

At the beginning of the semester, I started my Latin IV class by reading Latin fables – little stories about peacocks and panthers, donkeys and dogs. After studying these fables, Peter Corrigan, my professor,...

Old main Music Festival will have nine bands total, with 25 art vendors. Delfest will have 15 of each.

‘You Feel the Community’ Old Main Music Festival and Delfest Show off the Arts

John Baladi, Life & Entertainment Editor April 23, 2024

Last week, the headliner of Old Main Music Festival (OMMF) was announced, raising excitement for the biggest event that Mississippi State’s Music Maker Productions puts on every spring semester. This...

The Maroon team beat the White team 67-53 at the spring game.

‘The energy around here is different’: Spring football brings excitement to Starkville

Noah McCord, Sports Editor April 23, 2024

Jeff Lebby’s introduction to Mississippi State University was nothing short of a spectacular success, bringing excitement from fans and team members alike. Lebby was hired as the Bulldogs' 36th head...

The express Yourself! Art Auction included artwork made from students in the T.K Martin Center for Technology and Disability.

Express Yourself! Art Auction showcases talent and inclusivity

Kate Myers, News Editor April 23, 2024

The T.K. Martin Center for Technology and Disability hosted the third annual Express Yourself! Art Auction on Saturday, April 20. The auction raised $3,000 to benefit the Express Yourself! Art Program,...

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