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The Reflector

SSC hosts Green Week events and works toward Bee City USA

SSC hosts Green Week events and works toward Bee City USA

Ivy Rose Ball and Kate Myers October 15, 2024

This week, the Mississippi State University Students for a Sustainable Campus (SSC) club is hosting their annual week of sustainability events known as "Green Week." SSC President Claire Green, a senior...

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...

Brian Pfeiffer of Hinton Sales sets up the map on one of the new CenoBots.

MSU tests AI-powered cleaning robots in Colvard Student Union

Ivy Rose Ball, Editor-in-Chief October 1, 2024

Mississippi State University and Lann Chemical of Aberdeen are partnering to demo two new AI-powered autonomous cleaning robots on the first floor of the Colvard Student Union. The CenoBots SP50 and...

The Campus Autonomous Bus (C.A.B) is the first self-driving shuttle in the SEC. The route will run on Monday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m

MSU launches first autonomous shuttle service in Mississippi; SEC

Michael Cassidy and Aubrey Carter September 24, 2024

Mississippi State University unveiled its new all-electric, autonomous shuttle service last Friday. MSU President Mark Keenum and a Mississippi Department of Transportation representative, who chose...

Butler hall, home of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, now houses a new concentration in artificial intelligence that teaches students about machine learning.

Bagley College of Engineering introduces new AI degree program

Kaitlin Mapp, Staff Writer September 24, 2024

The James Worth Bagley College of Engineering launched one of the country's first artificial intelligence degree programs in August. Modeled after Carnegie Mellon University's AI program, the coursework...

The new Ai program is popular among freshmen and transfer students. 20 students have been admitted to the program.

Concerns over AI use in coursework spark debate on academic integrity

Charles Swanson, Contributing Writer September 24, 2024

Over the past two and a half years, artificial intelligence has slowly evolved from a mere science fiction concept into something accessible by anyone at almost any time. AI websites serve to do a multitude...

Former residence hall Rice Hall is now home to the psychology clinic, which offers services to students and the community.

Department of Psychology opens new clinic in Rice Hall

Michael Cassidy, Staff Writer September 10, 2024

On Aug. 30, Mississippi State University's Department of Psychology cut the ribbon on its new non-profit mental health clinic and training center in Rice Hall. The MSU Psychology Clinic will provide...

The Steinway model Spirio r has the capability to record and perform live performances.

MSU achieves prestigious All-Steinway School status after $3.5 million donation initiative

Kate Myers, News Editor September 10, 2024

The Mississippi State University Department of Music recently achieved Steinway & Sons' prestigious designation of being an All-Steinway School after acquiring 50 new Steinway pianos over the last...

Watson spoke to students on Sept. 2 in the John Grisham Room.

Mississippi secretary of state encourages voting among college students

Aubrey Carter, Managing Editor September 10, 2024

“I think, even if you live in a state that has been primarily one color or the other your entire life, it’s still important to go out there and vote – just to express your opinion and give your feedback...

MSU revamps campus dining

MSU revamps campus dining

Ivy Rose Ball, Editor-in-Chief August 27, 2024

Mississippi State University and its dining contractor, Aramark, spent the summer revamping existing dining locations and introducing a fresh lineup of dining options as part of their $30 million project...

MSU launches free laundry pilot program for residence halls

MSU launches free laundry pilot program for residence halls

Zoe Arnold, Contributing Writer August 27, 2024

The Mississippi State University Department of Housing and Residence Life is initiating a pilot program that offers free laundry services in the residence halls for the 2024-2025 academic year. This...

The Junction at 30: Celebrating MSU's radio legacy

The Junction at 30: Celebrating MSU’s radio legacy

Noah McCord, Sports Editor August 27, 2024

Mississippi State University's radio station, The Junction, has been a significant presence in the Golden Triangle area for over thirty years, offering a mix of music, news and community involvement. As...

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