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Discussion continues over state flag

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Dylan Scott

Reporter

Mississippi University for Women continues to fly the state flag, despite recent controversy involving the Confederate battle flag and the massacre at a church in Charleston, S.C.

The mass shooting of nine people in South Carolina was the tipping point that got many Americans talking about whether the Mississippi flag should be redesigned. The massacre was widely regarded as a hate crime by gunman Dylann Roof, who hosted a website that had multiple pictures of him posing with the Confederate flag, along with other photos and writings involving white supremacy.

The W's Got Talent!

Monica Kizer

Reporter

The Residence Hall Association and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., hosted a night of entertainment at the W's Got Talent show on Sept. 9 in Nissan Auditorium.

The purpose of this event was to get students engaged and step away from their comfort zone. The ultimate goal was to get the freshman class to break out of its shells and express themselves in front of a crowd.

Movie Review: "The Perfect Guy"

Frederick L. Brown

Reporter

As September rolls along, there are a lot of great films showing in theaters. The top movies showing at local theaters are: "The Perfect Guy," "War Room," "The Visit," and "A Walk in the Woods." So far, "The Perfect Guy" has earned more than $25.9 million at the box office.

"The Perfect Guy" is a suspenseful thriller that features an all-star cast, including actress Sanaa Lathan, in addition to actors Michael Ealy and Morris Chestnut.

Cherish the last 100 nights

Liz Bosarge

Reporter

On Wednesday, Sept. 2, campus social organizations gathered in Pope Banquet Room to honor the seniors who will graduate in December with a candle-lighting ceremony hosted by the Student Programming Board. 

The "100th Night" ceremony marks one hundred nights until graduation. With roses and balloons adorning the room, each organization took the microphone to honor its seniors with kind words, a few tears and a gift of appreciation. 

Art Department invites all to join in busy season

Mallory Johnston

Reporter

The Mississippi University for Women's Art Department has kicked off a busy gallery season with an exhibit that showcases the work of sculptor Wayne Edge of Memphis.

This exhibit is being held in the Eugenia Summer Gallery and will run through Sept. 30. Edge's pieces combine natural objects, such as shells, wood and even rock, in a rhythmic piece.

Road to success

Monica Kizer

Reporter

The Student Success Center's purpose is to provide students with useful services to ensure academic excellence in all of their courses.

"It's similar to healthcare, in which their job is to prevent injuries before they get out of hand. However, we try to prevent your grades from falling ahead of time," said Dr. David Brooking, director at the Student Success Center.

How to: Reserve a space for an event on campus

Frederick L. Brown

Reporter

Reserving buildings on campus for events can sometimes be difficult, especially if you are unaware of the process. Throughout the semester, there are a lot of fun activities and events produced for students and faculty. Social clubs and other organizations on campus go through a lengthy process of making sure that their events are well-planned.

Resources Management, located in Whitfield Hall, is the place to go for forms and supportive staff members who will help you find a location on campus for your event. The department deals with property matters, including apartments for faculty and staff. 

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Rogues put the fun back in fundraiser

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Monica Kizer

Reporter

The Rogue Social Club kicked off the fall semester with its first fundraiser car wash on Aug. 29 at the local AutoZone in Columbus.

Social clubs are a great opportunity to get involved and make lasting friendships, but the fees can be very expensive. The main purpose of this particular fundraiser was to raise funds for new and existing members, so they will not have to pay out so much of their own money during the semester.