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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
November 19, 2024
MSU unveils $2.5 million renovation to Sanderson Center
MSU unveils $2.5 million renovation to Sanderson Center
November 19, 2024
MSU brainstorms ideas to implement scooter policies on campus
MSU brainstorms ideas to implement scooter policies on campus
November 19, 2024
A revamped Butler Hall provides labs and study areas for computer science students
A revamped Butler Hall provides labs and study areas for computer science students
November 12, 2024
Some students complain the increases in security measures are inconvenient.
MSU implements 16-character password requirement for students, staff
November 12, 2024
MSU unveils $2.5 million renovation to Sanderson Center
MSU unveils $2.5 million renovation to Sanderson Center
November 19, 2024
MSU brainstorms ideas to implement scooter policies on campus
MSU brainstorms ideas to implement scooter policies on campus
November 19, 2024
A revamped Butler Hall provides labs and study areas for computer science students
A revamped Butler Hall provides labs and study areas for computer science students
November 12, 2024
Some students complain the increases in security measures are inconvenient.
MSU implements 16-character password requirement for students, staff
November 12, 2024
Campus recycling bins are often contaminated with trash, making it difficult to recycle
Behind the bin: is recycling at MSU truly effective?
November 5, 2024
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
November 19, 2024
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
November 5, 2024
New species of parasitoid wasp discovered in Starkville
New species of parasitoid wasp discovered in Starkville
October 1, 2024
Mississippi's population has declined in the last five years, but in 2023, it slightly increased.
Mississippi population sees increase for the first time since 2017
September 17, 2024
Local restaurants are more likely to close within the first five years of business.
Inflation raises Starkville restaurant prices
September 17, 2024
"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
October 22, 2024
Mississippi developments look to increase retention rate of recent college grads
Mississippi developments look to increase retention rate of recent college grads
October 15, 2024
The Holmes Cultural Diversity Center is located on the second floor of the Colvard Student Union.
DEI restrictions gain ground nationally — Could Mississippi follow suit?
September 17, 2024
Governor of Mississippi Phil Bryant speaks at a memorial ceremony commemorating the 50th anniversary of the assassination of civil rights activist Medgar Evers held at the Old Memorial Amphitheater in Arlington National Cemetery.
Former governor sues Pulitzer-Prize winning Reflector alumna, challenges source confidentiality
July 16, 2024
Nash Heady, aged 22, has made "at least six figures" by selling rare sports memorabilia.
Smithville’s king of cards deals fortune in sports memorabilia
April 9, 2024
News Editor Kate Myers tried out the bouldering wall as well, stating that it was a great experience.
Charles Swanson tries the Sanderson’s bouldering cave
November 19, 2024
Brooks (left) and Suddarth (Right) sell their product in the Maroon Market at Bulldog Bash.
MagneBrite: MSU graduates find success in start-up invention
November 19, 2024
Students observe and analyze arguments the debaters make.
Round Table encourages healthy debate and discussions
November 19, 2024
Students in Hearts for the Homeless provide heart health resources to Starkville
Students in Hearts for the Homeless provide heart health resources to Starkville
November 12, 2024
Indian Student Association hosts Diwali Festival
Indian Student Association hosts Diwali Festival
November 12, 2024
Indian Student Association hosts Diwali Festival
Indian Student Association hosts Diwali Festival
November 12, 2024
After the show ended rapper BabyFace Ray performed.
NPHC step show and concert held in Humphrey Colliseum
November 5, 2024
Homecoming week at MSU is packed with activities
Homecoming week at MSU is packed with activities
October 29, 2024
John Paul White has collaborated with Taylor Swift in the past.
Mississippi State University’s ‘Lyceum Series’ hosts John Paul White
October 22, 2024
Mississippi State x Lululemon collaboration to drop this Friday
Mississippi State x Lululemon collaboration to drop this Friday
October 15, 2024
Margaret Ann, Barry and Bart Wood own The Little Dooey.
‘Something special made for you with love’: Starkville barbecue restaurant shares its story
April 9, 2024
Starkville native Sarah Morgan Pellum founded The Coffee Depot May 2023 and has managed the business since.
Pellum creates grounds for success at The Coffee Depot
April 9, 2024
Much of Bluto's Greek Tavern's theming is focused around the colors of Greece.
SPONSORED: Bluto’s Greek Tavern welcomes students, locals to Greek life
November 28, 2023
Students who enjoyed A Taste of Latin America took to the dance floor for some fun.
MSU gets a taste of Latin America
October 2, 2023
Umble 1
Umble Coffee Co. brings bright atmosphere to Starkville coffee scene
September 10, 2023
Brooks (left) and Suddarth (Right) sell their product in the Maroon Market at Bulldog Bash.
MagneBrite: MSU graduates find success in start-up invention
November 19, 2024
Students observe and analyze arguments the debaters make.
Round Table encourages healthy debate and discussions
November 19, 2024
Indian Student Association hosts Diwali Festival
Indian Student Association hosts Diwali Festival
November 12, 2024
This mural made by James and Weathers is in the Mississippi State University merchandise section of the Walmart Supercenter.
MSU graduates paint vibrant murals in Starkville
November 5, 2024
Ellen Skrmetti Comes to Starkville
Ellen Skrmetti Comes to Starkville
October 29, 2024
News Editor Kate Myers tried out the bouldering wall as well, stating that it was a great experience.
Charles Swanson tries the Sanderson’s bouldering cave
November 19, 2024
This mural made by James and Weathers is in the Mississippi State University merchandise section of the Walmart Supercenter.
MSU graduates paint vibrant murals in Starkville
November 5, 2024
Margaret Ann, Barry and Bart Wood own The Little Dooey.
‘Something special made for you with love’: Starkville barbecue restaurant shares its story
April 9, 2024
Starkville native Sarah Morgan Pellum founded The Coffee Depot May 2023 and has managed the business since.
Pellum creates grounds for success at The Coffee Depot
April 9, 2024
The Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge is south of Starkville.
Harman: Starkville activities for all ages
March 20, 2024
News Editor Kate Myers tried out the bouldering wall as well, stating that it was a great experience.
Charles Swanson tries the Sanderson’s bouldering cave
November 19, 2024
EA Sports' "College Football 25" captures the atmosphere of the Egg Bowl
EA Sports’ “College Football 25” captures the atmosphere of the Egg Bowl
July 18, 2024
"Darkest Dungeon 2" provides thought-provoking and immersive gameplay
“Darkest Dungeon 2” provides thought-provoking and immersive gameplay
July 15, 2024
"Inside Out 2" reminds adults to accept their true self
“Inside Out 2” reminds adults to accept their true self
July 2, 2024
"Fortnight," which Swift recorded with Post Malone, is one of two features on the 31 song album.
Comparing Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ to Five Great Breakup Albums
May 2, 2024
Administrative Assistant Kathryn Pratt advises Courtney Eddy at the Career Center.
There is no such thing as a “bad” major
November 19, 2024
Tailgating in the Junction now includes a stage and vendors.
Changes in the Junction make tailgating a chore
November 19, 2024
Bully deserves more recognition
Bully deserves more recognition
November 19, 2024
Top video games from a girlfriend's perspective
Top video games from a girlfriend’s perspective
November 19, 2024
Data from the Oktibbeha County Circuit Court.
A woman’s response to the 2024 Presidential Election
November 12, 2024
Face-off: No more SNL cowbell
September 24, 2024
Face Off: I gotta have ‘more cowbell’
September 24, 2024
Face-off: Honorlock tests allow students to completely focus
Face-off: Honorlock tests allow students to completely focus
May 2, 2024
Face-off: In-person testing allows for a more focused environment
Face-off: In-person testing allows for a more focused environment
May 2, 2024
Face-off: Corporate greed has ruined Valentine's Day
Face-off: Corporate greed has ruined Valentine’s Day
February 13, 2024
SA candidate Brannan Tisdale.
Letter to the Editor: Students are responsible for inclusivity in Student Association
February 28, 2024
Letter to the Editor: Avoid binge drinking during March Madness
February 28, 2023
Letter to the Editor: Jasmine Sherman, A Call to Action: Supporting the Vision of Presidential Candidate Jasmine Sherman
January 18, 2023
Letter to the Editor: Lame duck legislation would make consumers’ lives harder
January 3, 2023
Op-Ed: Do MSU students care about voting in midterms as much as they care about voting for Homecoming King, Queen?
October 28, 2022
Senior forward Aitana Martinez-Montoya was awarded 2024 Third Team All-SEC honors.
Mississippi State soccer bulldozes Southern University in the first round of NCAA Tournament
November 19, 2024
The banana "Bunch" will return to Humphrey Coliseum this year to continue cheering on the Bulldogs.
Love ’em or hate ’em, the Bunch is back
November 12, 2024
Mississippi State soccer: Where do we go now?
Mississippi State soccer: Where do we go now?
November 12, 2024
Mississippi State's NIL collective, The Bulldog initiative, was founded in 2022 by Charlie Winfield.
McCord: NIL and its future at Mississippi State
November 5, 2024
Mississippi State defeats West Georgia in basketball debut
Mississippi State defeats West Georgia in basketball debut
November 5, 2024
Mississippi State baseball: A struggle to reclaim glory
Mississippi State baseball: A struggle to reclaim glory
August 27, 2024
Diamond Dawgs sweep Auburn in rainy Super Bulldog Weekend
Diamond Dawgs sweep Auburn in rainy Super Bulldog Weekend
April 23, 2024
Bulldogs take weekday victory over Alcorn State
Bulldogs take weekday victory over Alcorn State
April 23, 2024
Seven-peat beat: Mississippi State baseball faces loss to Ole Miss
Seven-peat beat: Mississippi State baseball faces loss to Ole Miss
April 16, 2024
Junior outfielder Bryce Chance recorded two RBIs in Game 3 of the SEC matchup against Georgia.
MSU Bulldogs win controversial series over Georgia
April 9, 2024
The banana "Bunch" will return to Humphrey Coliseum this year to continue cheering on the Bulldogs.
Love ’em or hate ’em, the Bunch is back
November 12, 2024
Mississippi State defeats West Georgia in basketball debut
Mississippi State defeats West Georgia in basketball debut
November 5, 2024
In March, Hubbard became the first freshman to be awarded the Howell Trophy, which is given annually to the best male basketball player in Mississippi.
Q&A with Mississippi State rising star Josh Hubbard
October 22, 2024
Brumfield: Jans looks to lead Mississippi State basketball in a redemption season
Brumfield: Jans looks to lead Mississippi State basketball in a redemption season
October 15, 2024
Graduate student Tolu Smith has started 84 of his 85 outings with the MSU Bulldogs.
Bulldogs punch ticket to big dance after SEC tournament wins
March 20, 2024
Senior Jerkaila Jordan is one of the few returning starters for the bulldogs.
Brumfield: High expectations are in store for MSU women’s basketball
October 22, 2024
Head coach Purcell has led his Bulldogs to the first annual Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament.
MSU women’s basketball advances to WBIT quarterfinals
March 27, 2024
Mississippi State women's hoops secure No. 2 seed in WBIT
Mississippi State women’s hoops secure No. 2 seed in WBIT
March 20, 2024
Jessika Carter averages 14.8 points and 10.2 rebounds per game.
Harrison: Questions to address before women’s basketball post-season play
March 6, 2024
MSU women's basketball falls to Kentucky Wildcats
MSU women’s basketball falls to Kentucky Wildcats
February 28, 2024
Mississippi State falls to Texas A&M at home
Mississippi State falls to Texas A&M at home
October 22, 2024
Maroon Moments: Reflecting on the historic 1999 season
Maroon Moments: Reflecting on the historic 1999 season
October 22, 2024
10 years from glory: The rise and fall of MSU football
October 1, 2024
Mississippi State extends home losing streak to Florida
Mississippi State extends home losing streak to Florida
September 24, 2024
Acosta: What to Look for in Mississippi State University Football Recruiting
September 17, 2024
Senior forward Aitana Martinez-Montoya was awarded 2024 Third Team All-SEC honors.
Mississippi State soccer bulldozes Southern University in the first round of NCAA Tournament
November 19, 2024
Mississippi State soccer: Where do we go now?
Mississippi State soccer: Where do we go now?
November 12, 2024
Mississippi State secures historic SEC title, jumps to No. 1 with 2-0 win over Texas A&M
Mississippi State secures historic SEC title, jumps to No. 1 with 2-0 win over Texas A&M
October 29, 2024
Brandenburg: Mississippi State soccer bulldozes opponents in a dominating season
Brandenburg: Mississippi State soccer bulldozes opponents in a dominating season
October 15, 2024
Mississippi State Midfielder Alivia Buxton (#10) during the match between the Arkansas Razorbacks and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at the MSU Soccer Field in Starkville, MS.
Mississippi State Soccer takes down No. 1 Arkansas
October 8, 2024
Bulldogs softball drops weekend series over Tennessee despite Game 1 dominance
Bulldogs softball drops weekend series over Tennessee despite Game 1 dominance
April 16, 2024
Junior Sierra Sacco secured two runs and one RBI during the series against South Carolina.
MSU softball earns two shutout wins over No. 25 South Carolina
April 9, 2024
Bulldogs softball brings home series win over Arkansas
Bulldogs softball brings home series win over Arkansas
March 27, 2024
Freshman pitcher Delainey Everett made her college debut against UAB for opening day of Mis sissippi State softball.
MSU softball sweeps six game Bulldog Invitational
March 6, 2024
MSU softball brings heat during Puerto Vallarta College Challenge
MSU softball brings heat during Puerto Vallarta College Challenge
February 21, 2024
MSU Volleyball shines in match with Ole Miss
MSU Volleyball shines in match with Ole Miss
October 29, 2024
Volleyball
Volleydawgs stumble and fall to Missouri Tigers
November 5, 2023
MSU volleyball falls to Georgia Bulldogs
MSU volleyball falls to Georgia Bulldogs
October 29, 2023
The Volleydawgs celebrate after a kill from Sophie Agee that sealed the deal for a Mississippi State win.
MSU volleyball takes down rival Ole Miss Rebels
October 23, 2023
Volleyball
Bulldogs dominate No. 14 Florida in a home matchup
October 15, 2023
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The Reflector
The Student Newspaper of Mississippi State University

The Reflector
John Baladi

John Baladi, Life & Entertainment Editor

John Baladi is a graduate student pursuing his master’s in business administration.

He currently serves as the Life & Entertainment Editor.

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All content by John Baladi
Brooks (left) and Suddarth (Right) sell their product in the Maroon Market at Bulldog Bash.

[Photo] MagneBrite: MSU graduates find success in start-up invention

November 19, 2024
Data from the Oktibbeha County Circuit Court.

Why the 2024 Presidential Election was a landslide

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
November 12, 2024
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
Robby Skelton is this year's Mr. MSU.

Mr. MSU: Robby Skelton

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
October 29, 2024
John Paul White has collaborated with Taylor Swift in the past.

[Photo] Mississippi State University’s ‘Lyceum Series’ hosts John Paul White

October 22, 2024
John Paul White has collaborated with Taylor Swift in the past.

[Photo] Mississippi State University’s ‘Lyceum Series’ hosts John Paul White

Haylee Morman, Staff Writer
October 22, 2024
Accepting others can help people accept themselves

Accepting others can help people accept themselves

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
October 15, 2024
Mississippi State x Lululemon collaboration to drop this Friday

Mississippi State x Lululemon collaboration to drop this Friday

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
October 15, 2024
Bulldog Bash's "Maroon Market" hosts 68 vendors

Bulldog Bash’s “Maroon Market” hosts 68 vendors

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
October 6, 2024

Face Off: I gotta have ‘more cowbell’

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
September 24, 2024
Generation Z social media interns garner attention through controversial means

Generation Z social media interns garner attention through controversial means

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
September 24, 2024
HARDY headlined Bulldog Bash when it returned in 2021, performing just a year after his album, "A ROCK" came out.

Hardy shakes The Dude

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
September 17, 2024
Ludacris to headline Bulldog Bash

Ludacris to headline Bulldog Bash

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
September 4, 2024
Why graduates should stay in Starkville

Why graduates should stay in Starkville

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
August 27, 2024
EA Sports' "College Football 25" captures the atmosphere of the Egg Bowl

EA Sports’ “College Football 25” captures the atmosphere of the Egg Bowl

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
July 18, 2024
Hot Take: House of the Dragon recent episode proves 'filler' episodes are just as riveting

Hot Take: House of the Dragon recent episode proves ‘filler’ episodes are just as riveting

John Baladi, Life&Entertainment Editor
July 16, 2024
"Darkest Dungeon 2" provides thought-provoking and immersive gameplay

“Darkest Dungeon 2” provides thought-provoking and immersive gameplay

John Baladi, Life & Entertainment Editor
July 15, 2024
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
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
Organizations should consider students with strong 'failure resume'

Organizations should consider students with strong ‘failure resume’

John Baladi, Life & Entertainment Editor
April 9, 2024
Creating niche classes would inspire creativity within students.

MSU should offer more niche, interesting electives regularly

John Baladi, Staff Writer
March 27, 2024
Indie games are made with love for gaming, unlike mainstream products

Indie games are made with love for gaming, unlike mainstream products

John Baladi, Staff Writer
March 20, 2024
505 Curated holds pop-ups in Nine-Twentynine Coffee Bar.

Secondhand clothes vendor curates vintage fashion community

John Baladi, Staff Writer
March 6, 2024
“Helldivers 2” is available on both PC and PlayStation 5.

‘Helldivers 2’ invites gamers to spread democracy

John Baladi, Staff Writer
February 28, 2024
Students should beware sports betting, alcoholism, nicotine addiction

Students should beware sports betting, alcoholism, nicotine addiction

John Baladi, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
Mississippi State University student Allison Carter tests out Pocket Pair's Palworld on XBox Series S.

‘Palworld’ stirs controversy, makes gaming history

John Baladi, Staff Writer
January 30, 2024
Energy drink reviews: Reign reigns supreme, Bucked Up disappoints

Energy drink reviews: Reign reigns supreme, Bucked Up disappoints

John Baladi, Staff Writer
January 23, 2024
365 Day Playlist

365 day playlist experiment reflects a year through music

John Baladi, Staff Writer
November 22, 2023
Bored to Tears performed in the Ninetwenty-Nine Coffee Bar basement for their first gig with Starkville DIY.

Starkville DIY works to boost local live music scene

John Baladi, Staff Writer
November 12, 2023
Opinion 11/6/23

EDM is a rabbit hole worth falling down

John Baladi, Staff Writer
November 5, 2023
Life10/24/2023

Baladi: 3 things to get into the Halloween Spirit

John Baladi, Staff Writer
October 22, 2023
Face-off

Face-off: Pledge attire inspires masses, teaches important lesson

John Baladi, Staff Writer
October 1, 2023
Common complaints from the Cotton District include crowded streets and packed bars.

Cotton District safety needs to be reexamined

John Baladi, Staff Writer
September 24, 2023
The winners at Moe's Original BBQ's Trivia nights go home with a wide range of prizes.

Weekly bar trivia teases minds in Starkville

John Baladi, Staff Writer
September 10, 2023
Opinion 09/13/23

Hot Take: Pizza crust is the worst part of the pizza

John Baladi, Staff Writer
September 10, 2023
Hozier released his third album 'Unreal Unearth' Friday, August 18, 2023.

Hozier’s ‘Unreal Unearth’ is beautiful

John Baladi, Staff Writer
August 27, 2023
Bin 612 is a familiar staple known for its food and drinks.

Cotton District Bar Crawl: Fountain wins most social, Bin 612 feels like home

John Baladi, Staff Writer
August 26, 2023
Mississippi State University officially named Dak, an English Bulldog born March 1, 2021, as the 22nd live bulldog mascot April 15, 2023. Dak will represent the school at its major functions including sporting events.

MSU welcomes 22nd live Bulldog mascot

John Baladi, Staff Writer
May 3, 2023
Don't Shut Yourself Off To Different Viewpoints 05/09/2023

Leave room for a differing opinion

John Baladi, Staff Writer
May 1, 2023
Artists Bryce Vine, Surfaces, and Evan Giia were featured in 2022's Bulldog Bash, coordinated by Musicmakers.

Davis Wade Stadium needs concerts

John Baladi, Staff Writer
April 18, 2023
Treasurer Zac Sibbitt was elected by the student body to the Student Association Executive Council February 2023.

SA Executive Council will create ‘impactful, meaningful and relevant change’

John Baladi, Staff Writer
April 2, 2023

Cadence Harvey sleeps in

John Baladi, Staff Writer
March 28, 2023
Developed by Mobius Digital, Outer Wilds is an action-adventure game released in 2019.

5 artistically innovative storytelling video games

John Baladi, Staff Writer
March 26, 2023
Two of our staff writers went on a date. We asked them to independently review how it went. To view a timelapse of this graphic, click here.

Face-Off Valentine’s Edition: Hallmark forgives flaws, shares correct TV opinions

John Baladi, Staff Writer
February 5, 2023
“Dead Space,” developed by Motive Studios and published by Electronic Arts, is a remake of the 2008 survival horror of the same name.

“Dead Space” remake is an innovation-lacking, dull experience

John Baladi, Staff Writer
February 5, 2023
Drinking license

Drinking license should replace the legal drinking age

John Baladi, Staff Writer
January 30, 2023
Happy Landings

Happy Landing stuns crowd

John Baladi, Staff Writer
November 28, 2022
Evan Giia, a Brooklyn native, was one of the opening performers for Surfaces and Bryce Vine at Bulldog Bash this year.

Evan Giia stole the show at Bulldog Bash

John Baladi, Staff Writer
October 30, 2022
A crowd tailgates outside of Dorman Hall in MSU’s central tailgating spot, the Junction. The Junction sits in the shadow of Davis Wade Stadium, where cowbells are audible from inside.

Tailgating is weird, which is why we do it

John Baladi, Contributing Writer
October 2, 2022

Pop-Ed: “The Last Of Us Part 1” re-make is beautiful, if not strictly necessary

John Baladi, Contributing Writer
September 25, 2022
Surfaces and Bryce Vine to perform at Bulldog Bash

Feeling Good: Bulldog Bash headliners will brighten Starkville

John Baladi, Contributing Writer
September 18, 2022
Hot Take: The Union Bully sculpture leaves much to be desired

Hot Take: The Union Bully sculpture leaves much to be desired

John Baladi, Contributing Writer
August 28, 2022
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