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Delta State Welcomes President Daniel J. Ennis

Jamelia Mason, Publisher April 27, 2023

On March 28, 2023, Delta State University gained its ninth president, Dr. Daniel J. Ennis. This appointment came about after the Institute of Higher Learning removed former president William N. Laforge...

Delta States Gaming Club has big plans for next year.

The Future of the Delta State Gaming Club

Adams W. Ray, Copy Editor April 26, 2023
As the newly-formed Gaming Club wraps up the semester, they are thinking about their future. The club declared their intentions for club activities next semester at one of their final spring meetings. 
Lusia Harris is remembered for her lasting career, talents, and effort in achieving her dreams.

Who ‘Gave ‘Em Hell’?: The Legacy of Lusia Harris

Jamelia Mason, Publisher February 28, 2023

Lusia Harris was born in small town Minter City, Miss., in 1955. According to Andrew Maraniss, author of "Inaugural Ballers," life wasn't always easy for young Harris. Growing to a height of 6 feet,...

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Four Ways to Win at College

Jamelia Mason, Publisher February 13, 2023
Its up to you to decide how you will apply yourself. Pace yourself and strive to become better than you were yesterday.
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Flying Under the Radar: Roberts-Laforge Library

Charlie Lott, Social Media February 10, 2023
The Roberts-Laforge Library is a buoy for students to cling to in times when they feel like they are drowning in a sea of stress, study materials and caffeine. 
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Will You Be The Match?

Synethia Mathews, Contributing Writer March 24, 2022

Every three minutes someone in the United States is diagnosed with blood cancer or a blood related disease. Unfortunately, seventy percent of those who are diagnosed do not have a fully matched donor in...

Staying safe on campus

Keeping Yourself Safe

Jay Loper, Copy Editor March 9, 2022

1. Safe drinking: Unless they have strong personal beliefs, college students want to drink. You’re away from home, you have a brand new social scene and you can be whoever you want… However, at the...

“Death is a mystery, and burial is a secret.” – Stephen King, “Pet Sematary”

Ghosts on Campus

Justin Porter, Literary Journal February 25, 2022
This campus holds secrets behind the harmless cover of everyday life. Haunted dormitories, Ouija boards, curious and terrified students and unbelievable circumstances are the center of these stories.
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Delta State Could Use Major Gen-Z-ification

Canderrian Brown, Social Media February 21, 2022

The Bologna Performing Arts Center has a legacy of fulfilling the entertainment needs of the Delta. But what happens when the dependable formula has run its course? Ranging from theatrical performances,...

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Sigma Alpha Epsilon and Their Philanthropy

Lauren Harvey, Copy Editor February 15, 2022

Correction: "Sigma Alpha Epsilon and Their Philanthropy" has been edited to include social media links to DSU's National Pan Hellenic Council fraternities. People think the only thing fraternities do...

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Kicking COVID-19: How Cleveland is Rising from the Grave

Joanna Johnson, Publisher May 7, 2021

Cleveland is finally getting back on its feet after last year’s pandemic outbreak. DSU students now have the freedom to enjoy their college years in a safe and risk-free way. The town and campus have...

COVID-19 Cant Stop DSU’s Students!

COVID-19 Can’t Stop DSU’s Students!

Skylar Andrews, Copy Editor April 28, 2021

The Pandemic has affected many lives since March of 2020, including those at Delta State University. Delta State’s students are managing with the presence of COVID-19 despite the strict guidelines.  There...