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The Reflector

Swarup Bhattarai presents research by his poster.

Theta Tau supports Undergraduate Research Symposium

Rowan Feasel, Life&Entertainment Editor April 15, 2025

Last week, Mississippi State University's Undergraduate Research Symposium showcased MSU students’ commitment to creative discovery with a total of 281 research projects. Among them, co-ed professional...

Dayglow's lead singer Sloan Struble smiles while playing the guitar at the MSU amphitheater.

Dayglow leaves Starkville ‘Fuzzybrained’ after Old Main Music Festival

Erin Erter, Opinion Editor April 15, 2025

As the sky cleared for an event-filled day at 2 p.m. on April 11, music fans from across Starkville began gathering around the Mississippi State University Amphitheater for this year’s Old Main Music...

Taylor Jernigan's dachshund, Levi, poses in the grass.

Wiener takes it all: Dachshunds prepare for Starkville Derby

Elena Harman, Staff Writer April 15, 2025

Starkville's Cotton District will once again play host to an unusual sight — dozens of dachshunds dashing down a racetrack to the cheers of a growing crowd. The Starkville Derby, which supports the...

"Sunrise on the Reaping" grips readers

“Sunrise on the Reaping” grips readers

Haylee Morman, Staff Writer April 8, 2025

On March 18, 2025, "Sunrise on the Reaping," the newest installment of Suzanne Collins’ "The Hunger Games" series, was released to the public, starring Haymitch Abernathy, the character most known for...

'Sounds like the radio': Zach Top plays at Rick's Cafe

‘Sounds like the radio’: Zach Top plays at Rick’s Cafe

Caitlin Morrow, Contributing Writer April 8, 2025

On Thursday, a huge stage stood in the parking lot of Rick’s Cafe, which had been gated off to prepare for the arrival of country music star Zach Top and his opener Lauren Watkins.   By 5 p.m.,...

MSU choral ensemble sings message of hope honoring Anne Frank

MSU choral ensemble sings message of hope honoring Anne Frank

Anne Louise Phillips, Staff Writer April 6, 2025

On April 3, the lights in Mississippi State University’s Music Building Recital Hall dimmed. Two screens on either side of the room lit up, a slideshow of Holocaust images appearing.  Phillip Stockton,...

The Bulldog bash committee works to solidify logistics and other details each year for Mississippi's largest free outdoor concert.

Bulldog Bash committee is ‘driving force behind’ the show

Erin Erter, Staff Writer April 1, 2025

On October 4, 2024, the Mississippi State University community packed into downtown Starkville's main street for one of Mississippi State University's and Starkville’s biggest events of the year: Bulldog...

Fiesta includes live music, dance performances and different cultural foods throughout the day.

International Fiesta is back in vibrant fashion for 33rd year

Samata Luintel, Contributing Writer April 1, 2025

What could unite children, adults, elders and people of different cultures and societies in the Mississippi State University community? An annual event at MSU, coming up soon, checks all these boxes. International...

Green Man spreads joy, lifts spirits of MSU students

Green Man spreads joy, lifts spirits of MSU students

Samata Luintel, Contributing Writer March 25, 2025

First seen supporting the Philadelphia Eagles around Super Bowl season, a man in a head-to-toe green bodysuit made himself known at Mississippi State University as he lingered through the Drill Field,...

The Scene: A club for those want to pursue a passion or interest in film

The Scene: A club for those want to pursue a passion or interest in film

Kensi Brandenburg, Staff Writer March 25, 2025

With over 300 organizations on campus, students often overlook potential opportunities during their collegiate career. For those looking for a way to expand their interests in filmmaking or film-watching,...

Today's culture overemphasizes conformity to aesthetics

Today’s culture overemphasizes conformity to aesthetics

Erin Erter, Staff Writer March 18, 2025

If you have frequented popular apps such as Tumblr or Tiktok from 2010 to now, chances are you have heard of a wide variety of online “aesthetics.” Aesthetics have transcended their original meaning...

'Invincible' season 3 is worth the watch

‘Invincible’ season 3 is worth the watch

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor March 18, 2025

“Invincible” has become a staple series on Amazon Prime since the 2021 release of season 1. Season 3, which premiered on Feb. 6, proves again why that is the case. For those yet to see the artistry,...

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