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The Delta Statement

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The Delta Statement

A Specter is Haunting Mississippi

A Specter is Haunting Mississippi

Kole Oakes, Editor-in-Chief January 25, 2018

“Yes, I am a Communist and I consider it one of the greatest honors, because we are struggling for the total liberation of the human race.” – Angela Y. Davis “The Communists disdain to conceal...

A Psalm of Life

A Psalm of Life

Ayesha Tariq, Staff Writer December 5, 2017

This inspiring poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, (1807 - 1882) was first published in 1838. It uses an ABAB rhyming pattern. Longfellow explained the poems purpose as "a transcript of my thoughts and...

How Death Transformed a Person

How Death Transformed a Person

Hadia Zafar, Staff Writer December 3, 2017

It was 4.a.m in the morning when I woke up, overhearing my cousin’s voice waking up her brother. She was crying, then handed the phone over to him. Mohammad Ali, Saliha Ishaque’s brother, immediately...

Excuses! Excuses!

Excuses! Excuses!

Sabrina Crain, Staff Writer December 3, 2017
WARNING! This article discusses rape culture/sexual assault and may not be suitable for all readers.
Five Things You Thought You Knew About Ancient Egypt

Five Things You Thought You Knew About Ancient Egypt

Simone Jackson, Sports Editor November 30, 2017

Despite being an ancient historical era that has amazed hundreds of thousands of people, the Ancient Egyptian culture and beliefs are heavily stereotyped. People often forget how civilized and open-minded...

Size Does Not Matter

Size Does Not Matter

Sabrina Crain, Staff Writer November 30, 2017
WARNING! This article discusses the effects of eating disorders and may not be suitable for all readers.
Is Hate Speech Violence?

Is Hate Speech Violence?

Kole Oakes, Editor-in-Chief November 30, 2017

Since the election of Donald Trump, America has been faced with a increased resurgence of far-right organizations and ideology. On Aug12, various far right organizations gathered for an Unite the Right...

Terrorists: Muslims Aren’t….

Terrorists: Muslims Aren’t….

Ayesha Tariq, Staff Writer November 30, 2017

There is a wicked phrase “Muslims are Terrorists” revolving around the globe that translated it as a person having a beard, covering his head with some head covering and saying words that are incomprehensible...

First Signs and Cries for Help

First Signs and Cries for Help

Sabrina Crain, Staff Writer November 30, 2017

This feature discusses a topic that is not suitable for all readers. It discusses depression and suicidal actions. All names have been changed at the request of those interviewed to keep identities hidden.     As...

 “KUMARI DEVI” ------ Goddess to Mortal

 “KUMARI DEVI” —— Goddess to Mortal

Ayesha Tariq, Staff Writer November 19, 2017

Certainly, the world is full of wonders: some created by nature and some created by traditions which become the basis of cultures. Under the umbrella of culture, there lie many things that make you wonder...

A Survivor Dressed in Pink

A Survivor Dressed in Pink

Avery Wall, Editor-in-Chief November 18, 2017

  In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, I interviewed breast cancer survivor and DSU alumni, Brenda Holliday, from my hometown. I have known her for the majority of my life. During October,...

Seeking Positive Representation

Seeking Positive Representation

Kole Oakes, Editor-in-Chief November 17, 2017

  A resident of Cleveland and a Delta State alum, Curtis Lehr, identifies herself as a non-binary transwoman. According to recent studies, there are around 1.4 million people in the United States...