Ashley Dodson

Reporter

On Tuesday night, I attended the Junior/Senior Recital at Mississippi University for Women in Poindexter Hall. Last night, Bryson Robinson, Megan Searcy, and Mollie Phillips gave an outstanding performance.

Bryson Robinson, a tenor at Mississippi University for Women, was the first to the stage at 7:30 p.m. Robinson’s first song was “Widmung” by Robert Schumann. He came out with a powerful tenor voice. His voice carried to the back of the room. Robinson’s voice could also be delicate at times but still have the capacity to command attention. The second time Robinson took the stage, I loved the performance. He sang “Un’ aura amorosa” from Cosi fan tutte. He seemed so relaxed and comfortable. His voice kept a melodic tone through the song. The last song Robinson sang was “Creole Girl” from Nightsongs. This song was fast-pace number. Robinson’s voice never skipped a beat. He really got into the groove of “Creole Girl” Robinson started to salsa on stage. As an audience, it is an enjoyment to watch the singer having a great time as well. Robinson was connected to each song he sang and it really shined through in his performance.

Jessica Cooper

Reporter

 As the end of the semester approaches, many students are gearing up for summer break. Although some students will be graduating this semester and will have to enter the “real world,” they still look forward to the warmer weather and sunshine that summertime promises. Here are some of the responses that MUW students gave me when I asked the question, “What are your plans for the summer?”

Velvet Case

Reporter

This year The W is continuing its cherished tradition of the Magnolia Chain Ceremony.

The ceremony will be held outdoors on Saturday, May 11, at 8 a.m. on the Callaway Lawn. It takes place before the first graduate ceremony, which is at 9 a.m.

 “This year we have asked Joey Barnes to come speak to our seniors at Mag Chain about graduating and how to be successful once you are out in the world,” said Katlyn Bryant, Student Programming Board Director.

By Velvet Case

Reporter

 The Student Government Association is finishing up this semester with events that will recognize students and their achievements at MUW.

 First, the SGA, along with Student Life, will be hosting the second-annual Achievement Gala. It will take place on Monday, April 28, at 7 p.m.

Daysha Humphrey

Reporter

 The Department of Housing and Residence Life has changed to online housing selections for 2014.

 The process lasted from April 14 through April 21. Students were able to log in to housing.muw.edu and create a username and password. Once they completed that task, they completed the housing application in order to receive a room draw timeslot.

Charlie Benton

Reporter

Antonio Neves, a motivational speaker, gave a presentation on creating your own luck  on Wednesday, April 16, at 6:30 p.m.

The presentation, which lasted around two hours, was held in the Cochran Ballroom on the MUW campus and drew a considerable crowd.

“I teach college students how to create their own luck, said Neves. “This means having amazing experiences on campus and in their careers.” 

Charlie Benton

Reporter

The Rho Chapter of the Kappa Pi International Art Fraternity hosted its annual High School Invitational Exhibition on Friday, April 11.

The event, held in the Eugenia Summer Gallery in the Fine Arts Center on the MUW campus, was an exhibition of art from area high school students representing Starkville Academy, New Hope High School and Mooreville High School.

Daysha Humphrey

Reporter

The Young Black Leadership Association (YBLA) hosted YBLA Week on April 8-12.

On April 8, the group sponsored karaoke/poetry night in the W room from 8-10 p.m. Refreshments were served. On April 9, it hosted a pool party in Stark Recreation Center from 6:30-9 p.m. Refreshments were also served.

Julessa Oglen

Managing Editor

The Department of Health and Kinesiology at MUW hosted National Public Health Week on campus from April 7-11 to educate students on the benefits of healthy living.

This years theme, “Public Health: Start Here,” focused on raising public health awareness.

 National Public Health Week is for communities, campuses and organizations across the United States to recognize the contributions of pubic health and highlight issues that are important for improving the health of the nation.

Daysha Humphrey

Reporter

Tina Rogers is a proud alumnus of Mississippi University for Women. She is originally from Indianapolis, Ind., but moved to Columbus, Miss., with her family and pursued her education here at the W. She is currently working at the W as the Coordinator of Online Students in the Business Department. Here, she talks about the W and her experiences as a student here.