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The Reflector

Blueberries and sweet potatoes are Mississippi’s official fruit and vegetable.

MSU to churn out new ice cream flavors in the spring

Seanna Kennamer, Contributing Writer September 24, 2025

Two new ice cream flavors developed by Mississippi State University students and faculty — blueberry and sweet potato — are expected to launch at the MAFES Store as early as spring 2026. The project...

New tailgating system monetizes tradition

New tailgating system monetizes tradition

Erin Erter, Opinion Editor September 10, 2025

On Aug. 21, Mississippi State University announced a new tailgating policy ahead of the Sept. 6 football game against Arizona State University. Student tailgating was moved to the amphitheater near...

MSU student Caroline Flint cheers and rings her cowbell during a 2024 game against Missouri. [Ivy Rose Ball/MSU Athletics]

Students get creative with decorative cowbells

Anne Louise Phillips, Staff Writer September 9, 2025

Cowbells are a long-standing Mississippi State University tradition, one that connects students to the larger Mississippi State family early on, allowing them to express themselves by personalizing their...

Haylee Morman will not be buying a class ring

Haylee Morman will not be buying a class ring

Haylee Morman, Staff Writer October 15, 2024

To buy a class ring, or not to buy a class ring — that is the question. I am no Shakespeare, but I would like to posit this query. As I consider my impending graduation this May, universe-willing, ...

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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