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The Delta Statement

The student news site of Delta State University

The Delta Statement

The student news site of Delta State University

The Delta Statement

The Book of Mom

The Book of Mom

Nick Houston October 29, 2016

Nick turned five today, he hid behind a door in the hallway and jumped out as I walked by, laughing.   I get scared when people or things jump out at me. Sure everyone does, but I really hate it...

Ars Amatoria

Ars Amatoria

Nick Houston October 28, 2016

I read somewhere, maybe in my girlfriends’ Cosmo or some Buzzfeed list, that Dr. Pepper makes vaginas stink. Crazy Right? That would suck for me because I absolutely love that shit. Then...

ILY

ILY

Nick Houston October 28, 2016

ILY If I were to cut out my heart, I would use a lobster fork And a butter knife, Wipe it w/ a paper towel And take a pic. I’ll txt it 2 u So u can keep it 4ever.

Black Boy

Black Boy

Nick Houston October 27, 2016

Black Boy Black boy plays hooky Black boy runs Black boy got no love Black boy got no talent Black boy sprays his graffiti On a wall in Harlem A wall A wall in Harlem. Dream-stained bricks On...

The Right to Remain Silent

The Right to Remain Silent

Nick Houston October 26, 2016

The Right to Remain Silent A pecha kucha (Inspired by the iTunes top 20 chart) [Blank Space] When I was six years old My best friend was white. We smiled, laughed, And ran across the playground Trying...

Reclining Woman

Reclining Woman

Jimmieria Chillis October 25, 2016

Reclining Woman, Acrylic on Masonite, Jimmieria Chillis

Still Life No. 2

Still Life No. 2

Jimmieria Chillis October 24, 2016

Still Life No. 2, Acrylic on Wood Panel , Jimmieria Chillis

October Fest

October Fest

Najawon Wilson October 23, 2016

Under the Sea

Under the Sea

Hannah Kistemaker October 22, 2016

Blue Pink

Blue Pink

Hannah Kistemaker October 21, 2016

Elizabeth's Pain

Elizabeth’s Pain

Penny Bedford October 20, 2016

Elizabeth slammed her phone on the counter and rested her forehead in the palm of her hand. Her sister, Emily, asked, “Did it go to voicemail again?” Elizabeth released a loud grunt and replied,...

Peach Soda

Peach Soda

Hannah Kistemaker October 20, 2016