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New Mississippi State University Student Association (SA) President Roxanne Raven was officially sworn in as the 2016-2017 president on Feb. 29 during the 2015 SA banquet (pictured). The former SA Vice President said she is excited as she begins her reign as President. “We just completed our cabinet applications so we now have our new 2016-2017 SA cabinet,” Raven said. “After spring break we are going to get this train rolling and we are partnering with the Wildlife organization on campus for Earth Day for a movie event called ‘Embrace mother earth.’ A lot of what we are doing now is planning things for events in the fall, but currently we have our Trivia night that is planned for this semester and we are looking to Dawg Daze right ahead.” Raven said one new thing that is already being implemented is rolling appropriations in Senate each week.

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Roxanne Raven (in blue), MSU Student Association President for 2016-2017, was ofﬁcially sworn into ofﬁce Feb. 29 during the 2015 SA banquet.

7-year-old survives being swept into Starkville stormdrain by Lacretia Wimbley Editor-in-Chief

Around 4 p.m. Thursday evening, a 7-yearold girl was swept into a street drain on Critz Street in Starkville. After her 10-yearold sister alerted their father, the father called 911. The Starkville Fire Department, Starkville Police Department and Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Department responded and arrived on scene within several minutes. A ﬂash ﬂood warning was issued in Northern and Western Mississippi Thursday evening and caused many areas in Northern Mississippi to report cases of

ﬂooding. Oktibbeha County experienced heavy rain, gusty winds and lightning. Charles Yarbrough, Starkville Fire Chief, said everyone arrived on Critz street shortly after 4 p.m., and at that time, the 7-year-old was still in the drain. “We had about 25 respondents out,” Yarbrough said. We could not see the girl and the water was running pretty swift. We had people to go to different areas to where the drains emptied out at every opening, hoping to locate the girl. The girl ended up coming out of one of the drains.” No names for this story have been provided so far, but the young girl is now out of the drain and safe. This story will be updated with more information as it is obtained.

Student Association hosts kite festival celebrating women This week, students from all walks of life cut zig-zags across the Drill Field on Mississippi State Universityʼs campus Wednesday during the Student Associationʼs Kite Festival celebrating International Womenʼs History Month. Gita Ramakrishnan, director of diversity and inclusion in the SA cabinet, said the day was perfect for kite ﬂying. She said at one point they had 15 kites in the air at once, ranging from sports kites geared toward racing to colorful, eight-foot long kites depicting animals. “It was so successful, the sun was out and people would just be walking by on the Drill Field and join in,” Ramakrishnan said.

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“Speak like a girl” “It’s a man’s world” Spoken Verse Duo Tuesday, March 22 at 5 p.m. Monday March 28 at 6 p.m. Old Main Lounge Colvard Student Union Dawghouse Joint Sponsored by SA and Sponsored by I.D.E.A.L. Women I.D.E.A.L. Women Bek Yake, The Reflector

Dorothy Allison gives advice to ‘baby writers’ by Taylor Bowden News Editor

Last week Dorothy Allison was Mississippi State University’s Writerin-Residence for the 20152016 school year. For a week she handed her time to the students of MSU and between scheduled lunches, public readings and necessary amounts of sleep she worked closely with ﬂedgling writers to improve their craft. While Allison was able to spend large amounts of time working closely with creative writing students in the English department, much of what she had to say about the process of becoming a successful writer is valuable to anyone interested in pursuing writing. Her advice, distilled, comes down to this; get edited, get into some workshops, believe in yourself and do not get ahead of yourself. “Make the best story you can make,” Allison said. But then she warned, “It could involve cutting a third of the work or even changing the points of view completely.” Allison said during her time as an unpublished young writer, or “baby writer,” as she called them, she found herself working for an editor who she said was ruthless. ADVICE, 2

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ADVICE Allison said she would give her entire lists of words she was not allowed to use simply to force her to work around them and grow as a writer. Editors, she said, are essential to creating a prolific writer. “If you are good, they will make you great,” Allison said. In addition to fi nding editors for creative works, Allison said workshops are important, as while an individual can certainly hone their craft to their potential without them, workshops and other close working environments shave years off of the process. The reason Allison said feedback is crucial to becoming a good writer is it is important to learn to receive criticism well and use it to improve before you (hopefully) hit print. “When you publish there is no way to control how people are going to read it,” Allison said. While outside review is certainly a huge aspect of improving as a writer, Allison said the other half of the battle is internal. “Most writers have ego issues,” Allison said offhandedly. Which, she said, can be a good and bad thing. Egos get in the way when instead of accepting and benefiting from criticism a writer bucks against it. Displaying their work, also, can make a writer feel very vulnerable if they are not able to separate their feeling of self-worth from

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the current state of their work. Allison said she had to swallow her own ego in her younger years, but

or based off of, simply did not speak the crisp, correct version of english her editors wanted her to run.

“It was a very different moment in American Literature than from anything before it. So much permission was being given. People were in love with radical literature.” - Dorothy Allison, best selling author and women’s rights activist also acknowledges the importance of knowing when to take a stand for your creative direction. Much of her work, particularly Bastard out of Carolina, revolves around rural, southern environments ﬁ lled with people who speak in a very distinctive dialect. Now, it is not uncommon to ﬁ nd true-to-life depictions of people’s grammar and speaking patterns in creative works but Allison said when she was starting out many of her copy editors pushed her to ‘clean up’ her character’s speech. She disagreed, saying her characters and the people they were inspired

“That’s when you have to have an ego strong enough

to question and stand up to editors,” Allison said. Allison, 69, said she believes in experimental literacy and was lucky to be writing during the boom of independent magazines that would grant young upstart writers like herself the allowances necessary to create completely new movements in the written world. “It was a very different moment in American Literature than from anything before it,” Allison said. “So much permission was being given. People were in love with radical literature.” Allison went on to say writers of this generation have a similar advantage due to the prevalence of the internet and the multitude of different ways an independent writer can broadcast their work to an audience.

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Monday, March 7, 2016 1:12 p.m. The Griffis Hall Resident Director reported alcohol in one of the dorm rooms. 2:17 p.m. A student reported losing her wallet in Mosley Hall. It was later found. 2:36 p.m. A student was transported to OCH from the Counseling Center for medical assistance. Tuesday, March 8, 2016 9:38 a.m. A student was arrested on a warrant for felony sale of a controlled substance and felony sale of marijuana. 10:26 a.m. A student was arrested in the Burger King parking lot for possession of weapon on school property. Justice citations and referrals were issued. Wednesday, March 9, 2016 1:30 a.m. Student referrals were issued to four students for trespassing at Fresh Foods. 8:37 a.m. A student passed out in class in Harned Hall. The subject was transported to OCH. 10:12 a.m. A student reported he was hit by a car while riding his bike near the Sanderson Center. 12:54 p.m. A student reported her wallet stolen from the Perry Cafeteria. 2:03 p.m. A student reported his bike stolen from the bike rack at McCool Hall. 8:38 p.m. The Rice Hall Resident Director reported alcohol violation in one of the dorm rooms.

As a sign- off, and on a half-joking, mostly serious note, Allison said she would tell any student today ‘we are in trouble,’ that as a whole we run the risk of making actions in ignorance rather than rationality and that as a

nation we need to watch ourselves. However, she quickly follows it up by saying she believes through it all the good voices will shine through and with a little constructive criticism we will be well on our way to a better tomorrow.

Award-winning writer Dorothy Allison gave a week of her time to Mississippi State University students last week during 2016ʼs Writer in Residence program where she boiled down a lifetimeʼs worth of experience to share with writing students.

Stick Together: Create a buddy system amongst your friends. Exchange numbers so that everyone stays in contact. If you must separate communicate with your party and let your buddy know all important details about where you are going and who you are going with. If possible, go in groups. Research the area: Before hitting the road, it’s important to know a little about the area you will be

vacationing at. Itwill become your home for the duration of your vacation. Check the weather forecast to make sure you are properly prepared. Research the hotel and read reviews. Make sure it’s in a safe area. Also, researching before the trip will help in activity planning.

Arrive and Drive Safe: Assign a designated driver before the festivities begin. Make sure the keys are in the assigned driver’s possession. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, every 31 minutes someone is killed in an alcohol-related motor vehicle accident and every two minutes someone is non-fatally injured. If at any time there’s any uncertainty don’t be afraid to call a cab. Don’t drink and drive. Stay healthy: Pack a cooler with plenty of water. If you plan on spending your days in Florida, Cancun, or other sunny destinations water should be your friend. Planning a meal beforehand is also helpful. Make sure to eat three meals a day. Pack your favorite fruits, veggies, and snacks. This will also help cut down on your spending. Safety first: Make sure to always lock car doors. Keep valuables left behind in the vehicle out of sight. Keep your

hotel room door locked and free of clutter. Be skeptical when talking and meeting strangers.Always stay in well-lit areas, and never wander off alone. If you happen to find yourself lost, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Pull over and ask for directions. Use GPS if pulling over isn’t an option. Use emergency contacts in case of any surprising accidents. If you need law enforcement,if possible, call yourself.

First Aid: Don’t forget to pack the essentials: antibacterial gel, extra eyewear and contacts, prescriptions, a first aid kit, Neosporin, and any other personal medications you may need. Pack extra just in caseyou decide to extend your trip. It is also beneficial to notify someone in your party if you suffer from any allergies, and if so make sure to pack EpiPens.

Create checklists: A list will help you prepare efficiently for your trip. When packing the car, cross out items as they are loaded into the vehicle. This can also be helpful when checking out of the hotel after a long, eventful vacation. You don’t want to leave anything important behind.

Pack light: Keep calm, you won’t be away forever. There’s no need to pack your entire apartment. Only take the

things that are most important. Mix-and-match your clothing pieces. Remember the less you take, the more you can bring back. According to College Fashion some suitcase must haves are swimsuits, day outfits, and night outfits.

Think before you post: Hopefully the events you attend and the activities you partake in during spring

break are fun and exciting. However, some things are best kept in memory and not on social media. Always remain mindful of what pictures you post and share. According to Jobvite, over 90 percent of job recruiters check potential employee’s social media accounts. Nearly 60 percent of recruiters check Facebook, over 40 percent check Twitter, and 3 percent check SnapChat. Be sure to make smart decisions and be aware of how you want future employers to view you.

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feeling kind of down? It’s okay because spring break is your time to stop and breathe a little. Relax as much as you can during the break. Go back to doing the things you enjoy the most. Pick up old hobbies such reading, and cycling. Exercise to keep your mind stress and cluster free. Enjoy the warm climate. Even if you have homework or projects to do during the break, schedule two to three days out of the week not occupied with schoolwork.

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Black Lives Matter movement should shift focus Kyle Waltman is a junior majoring in communication. He can be contacted at opinion@reflector.msstate.edu.

The police brutality aspect of the Black Lives Matter movement consists of a protest against the American police force for racial profiling and brutality against black civilians. BLM protestors accuse a significant portion of white police officers of being more violent toward black citizens simply because of the color of their skin. Is this true though? Are a portion of white police officers patrolling up and down the streets of Starkville, Mississippi, looking for young black men to run a red light so they can gun them down, or is there more to this perceived social issue than most media outlets are willing to admit? If you guessed the latter, you are one smart cookie. According to Yahoo News, in 2015, Britain’s Guardian newspaper found that black people in the United States are 2.5 times more likely to be killed by a police officer than white people, but in the words of Larry Elder, black author and radio personality,

“You can’t have an honest discussion about police conduct without having an honest discussion about black crime.” According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, black people comprise only 13 percent of the entire American population, yet they commit roughly 50 percent of all American homicides with most of their victims being another black person. Yet, members of the black community do not seem nearly as concerned about their members being murdered in exponentially higher numbers by other members within their community. If you fully support the police brutality aspect of the BLM movement and you are in an uproar over white police officers killing members of the black community for the same reasons white police officers are forced to shoot members of the white community, why would you not be in an uproar over the significant portion of the black community murdering its own members in far greater numbers? Black lives seem to only matter to protestors when a white person is pulling the trigger. As the National Review put it, a year-long case-by-case study of police shootings done by the Washington Post revealed that “…The police use force mainly to protect human life, the use of force against unarmed suspects is rare, and the use of force against black Americans is

largely proportional to their share of the violent crime rate.” That being said, while most fatal situations involving police officers are matters of self-defense, not all of those killed by cops caused a situation in which lethal force was necessary. Just look at the Sandra Bland case. Bland, a black woman and possible murder victim, was found dead in a jail-cell after she was wrongfully arrested for a simple traffic violation. There is also the case of Sam DuBose, who was fatally shot and killed by a police

often preach a false-narrative that suggest these rare cases of actual police brutality reflect the attitude of our nation’s entire police force, while also consistently placing the blame for each and every encounter that involves a white cop and a black civilian that turns violent on the officer involved, despite any and all evidence that might suggest otherwise. This is what taints an otherwise justified movement. Activists shoot themselves in the foot by equating cases of legitimate police brutality with cases of legitimate self-defense. BLM protestors

“It is vital to understand that the biggest threat of violence and homocide facing the black community, is the black community.” officer without ever behaving in a way that endangered the life of the police officer who pulled the trigger. Police violence toward civilians, both black and white, certainly does exist and should end in the prosecution of the offender, yet police officers on a power trip are few in number. If this brutality aspect of the movement was about putting a stop to the legitimate cases of police brutality, I find it doubtful that the movement would face any opposition. Yet, protestors

pretend the Michael Brown case and the Sandra Bland case complement one another when they certainly do not. The Michael Brown inspired “Hands up! Don’t shoot!” rally-cry that we see printed on T-shirts and chanted by protestors stems from what is in all actuality a lie. According to the Washington Post, moments after attempting to acquire Officer Darren Wilson’s firearm, Brown charged at Wilson, forcing the much smaller officer to use lethal force. Yet, Brown is graced with the role of

“another black victim” while Wilson, who was acquitted of any wrong doing, is condemned for protecting himself. Coupling cases of sheer self-defense, in which the black civilian is at fault, with cases of actual police brutality, in which the white police officer is at fault, simply harms what otherwise could be a substantial argument for racial injustice. It is paramount that both the black and white community recognizes the difference. The BLM movement has the potential to bring real change to the black community as well as the justice department, but as it stands today, the only change that is occurring regards how quickly the black community is criminalizing cops by declaring them solely responsible for every lethal encounter that occurs involving a black civilian. The direction the BLM movement is traveling in is one that couples cases in which lethal-force has been judicially determined as justified with cases in which officers abused their power and should be prosecuted for doing so. It completely ignores the drastically more pertinent problem of black-on-black crime, while clinging to a narrow-minded view characterized by irresponsibility. It encourages the racist ideology that all white cops are not to be trusted, and should fear violence by encouraging supporters to shout rhetoric like, “Pigs in a blanket, fry

NOTICE: IT’S WOMENS HISTORY MONTH by Sam Gibson Staff Writer

This past Wednesday was a big one for women having the rights to do whatever they want: Hillary Clinton won Mississippi’s Democratic Presidential Primary, Kim Kardashian tweeted a carefree, nude selfie, and it was International Women’s Day, which is during March, Women’s History Month. When I brought up these events to a male friend, he knew about only one of four (and somewhat surprisingly, it was Clinton’s win rather than Kardashian’s selfie). While several women I spoke to and many a lady I follow on social media acknowledged International Women’s Day, my male friend was entirely unaware. Women’s History Month has also seemed to go largely unmentioned in my social and social media spheres--- I honestly may not have heard of the month if I hadn’t been fishing for potentially-relevant article topics. International Women’s Day and Women’s History month have both been United Nations- and United States-recognized holiday institutions for decades. So, why do they receive amounts of public acknowledgement on par with that of “National Oreo Cookie Day,” which takes place on March 6, and according to a 2014 time.com

article, was made up by some food-blogger five years ago? I think these two women-centric holidays have received so little press because they have functioned for so long only to acknowledge women as contributors to history and society (which should really be acknowledged all year long). However, in the increasingly feminist social and political dialogue of 2016, those celebrating International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month have finally begun to acknowledge issues that women still face, in addition to those women have overcome. The holidays function as reminders that women’s rights remain important, and inspiration to continue pursuing equality for all women. According to The University of Chicago’s “International Women’s Day Timeline,” an early precursor to the holiday, “Woman’s Day” first took place in 1909. The event continued developing in the United States and Europe, where it was celebrated in mostly socialist countries. Finally, in 1975, the United Nations began celebrating International Women’s Day on March 8, proclaiming that it should be celebrated in all member countries in accordance with their “other historical and national traditions.” The United States’ Women’s History Month

developed in the same month as International Women’s Day, and started out as “Women’s History Week,” which was proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in 1982, according to the Library of Congress’ Women’s History Month Document Collection. Between, 1988 and 1994, Congress passed a series of resolutions that turned the week into a month-long March celebration the President is required to proclaim on. It is clear from the Library of Congress’ back-log of Presidential Proclamations that Women’s History Month has evolved very slowly from a holiday celebrating women’s historical contributions. In the first Presidential Proclamation regarding the month, Ronald Reagan lauded women for their contributions as wives and mothers. “Most importantly, as women take part in the world of work, they also continue to embrace and nurture the family as they have always done,” Reagan wrote, “ All Americans can be truly grateful for the role of women as the heart of the family and for their every accomplishment today and throughout our history.” His speech acknowledged that women had received very little historical attention previously, but still failed to mention any noteworthy women by name. 20 years later, during George

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5 things to do when you’re stressed by Sarah Brister

1. Exercise: This tip sounds crazy because what college student has the time or energy to exercise? However, exercise is the number one tip when it comes to beating stress because when we workout our bodies release endorphins and serotonin (i.e. the “feel good” hormones). Exercise also improves our overall health, mental stability and reduces anxiety. So, whether you go on a two mile walk or endure an intense cross-fit session, when we get our bodies moving we immediately become less stressed.

W. Bush’s presidency, his proclamations included the names of historically significant women like Amelia Earhart, Helen Keller and Clara Barton. However, by mentioning only pre-21st century women, Bush failed to acknowledge modern efforts in pursuit of gender equality. “Our Nation’s women could not be where they are—nor could our country be where it is—without the strength and courage, wisdom and persistence of those who preceded them,” Bush proclaimed in March of 2001. He praised women for how far we had come, but failed to mention how far society must still go to ensure that women are treated fairly and equally. This year, Women’s History Month is rightfully an event that incites action against inequalities faced by women every other month of the year. President Barack Obama’s 2016 Women’s History proclamation focused on closing the gender pay-gap, which has recently been a hot topic of conversation in the national media. While the proclamation did seem rather self-congratulatory to the Obama administration, Obama at least recognized that we are not yet in a post-feminist state, and that work must still be done to secure greater rights for women and those of all genders.

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‘em like bacon!” It is saddening to see such a large portion of the black community completely disregard the reality of black crime in America and pretend every unarmed black civilian that has died at the hands of a police officer was an innocent victim. If I ever reach for an officer’s weapon or assault him or her, even if I am unarmed myself, I hope with every fiber of my being that my family and the white community would not be foolish enough to equate my poor choice with the actual brutalization of civilians at the hands of corrupt officers. It is vital to understand that the biggest threat of violence and homicide facing the black community is the black community, and that almost every time lethal force is used in a police altercation the officer justifiably felt like a life was in danger, be it their own or someone else’s. Yes, we need to stand up against police brutality, but we need to stop pretending that those who died because of their poor choices were innocent victims as well. This part of the movement criminalizes a force that as a whole would risk their own lives to protect the lives of the same people throwing rocks at them. Black lives certainly do matter, which is why finding solutions to rampant black crime and being able to both acknowledge and understand the legitimate difference between self-defense and murder should be at the forefront of this movement.

2. Time management: Proper time management is a key component in decreasing our stress levels. Whether youare a full time student, part-time student, have a job or are involved in extracurricular activities it may seem like there aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything done. However, when we manage our time wisely we can create a balance in our lives that frees us of unnecessary stress and mundane activities. 3. Avoid multitasking: It is a myth that multitasking makes us more efficient and productive. Multitasking leads to physical and mental exhaustion because when we try to accomplish six things at once, our entire system shuts down. But when we can focus and conquer one task at a time, our minds get into a flow of efficiency and focus. 4. Meditate: This tip is similar to exercise in the sense

that we should take time out of our day to take care of ourselves. Meditation, however, is slower form of exercise that allows the entire body to experience peace and relaxation through slow movements and deep breathing. The most common form of meditation is yoga. Yoga is an exercise dedicated to relieving the body of any stressful or harmful toxins that may alter the mind, body or soul in a harmful way. So, grab a mat, a bottle of water and get to meditating!

5. Laugh out loud: A good sense of humor can get

anyone through almost anything. Studies show that when we laugh our entire bodies benefit from it. Laughing stimulates the organs, increases blood flow, soothes tension and improves the immune system. So, whether it’s a Will Ferrell movie or a friend with incredible jokes, make sure you are laughing every day.

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Creative coffee drinks for spring by Devin Edgar Staff Writer

Most students are familiar with Fall drink trends. Pumpkin spice and peppermint everything are all the rage at Starbucks and just about every other coffee shop. That craze continues for about three months and then, sadly, it passes until the next year. Luckily, for those who reside in Starkville, Strange Brew ﬁxes the boring spring months. Thankfully, we do not have to have to live off boring black coffee until next fall comes around. Spring-time coffee ﬂavors at Strange Brew are all about Girl Scout cookies. As if they could not get any better, cookies meet coffee in the Thin Mint, Samoas, Tag-a-long, Lemon and

Toffee-tastic frappucinos. All of these drinks come blended with the cookies in them. Last year, Strange Brew featured it’s Girl Scout cookie drinks as well. However, this year the toffee-tastic drink is new. Made with the gluten-free toffee-tastic cookies, this drink is a healthier alternative for those who cut gluten out of their diets. Katelyn Reed, owner of Strange Brew Coffee House, said she is excited to see how popular the new drink will be. “Toffee-tastic is all new to the menu this year, so it has been the least popular,” Reed said. “I’m excited to see how it does though.” As if the frappucinos were not enough, brownies for all of the cookie ﬂavors, as well as a Samoas cake are also available. Other spring options for

those looking for something different are the Lavender Latte and the Dojo. The latte is made with espresso and lavender ﬂavoring, while the Dojo is made with hot chai tea and lavender ﬂavoring. A little bit further into the season, around Easter time, a Peeps frappucino will also be available. This drink is made with actual Peep marshmallows. Freshman Josh Zdon said he has tried all of the Girl Scout Cookie drinks. “Personally, the Thin Mint frappucino is my favorite,” Zdon said. “I love the mint and chocolate combination.” To try out one of the new spring drinks featured at Strange Brew, or all of them, just stop by the store. The shop is open from 6 a.m. to 12 a.m. every day of the week, making it a very convenient stop for all busy college students.

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Strange Brew offers Girl Scout cookie ﬂavored drinks to customers to bring in the spring weather and spring break.

Mitchell Memorial presents 10th annual Ragtime and Jazz Festival faculty in the program.” Cunetto said he thorStaff Writer oughly enjoys being a part of the event and the museum, as they both mean so much to him. The Mitchell Memorial “I will have to say that Library will host its workingwiththeTempleton 10th annual Charles H. Family over the years has Templeton Ragtime and been an honor. I never Jazz Festival, including The had the privilege of meetGatsby Gala, from March ing Charles Templeton, 31 through Sr., MSU April 2, in the alum and “I will have to say that working with Starkville Templeton Museum the Templeton Family over the years resident, located inside before he the Mitchell passed has been an honor...” Memorial away, but I Library. - Stephen Cunetto, Library Admin- have thorThis oughly year’s festienjoyed istrator of Systems val will feaworking ture Reginald with his Robinson, Tom Hook, ﬁrst,” Cunetto said. “It is children, Chip Templeton Roseangela Sebba, certainly much easier than and Mary Beth Templeton Stephanie Trick and Paolo it was the 1st year when we Langston, on the developAlderighi. were ﬁguring it out as well ment of the museum and The Charles Templeton as trying to make people the festival,” Cunetto said. Sr. Music Museum is one aware of the Festival. I am “They have been wonof the many museums really proud of the growth derful friends of the MSU on campus that provides we have seen in terms of Libraries and Mississippi students and tourists an attendance, types of events State. We could not have opportunity to see an we host such as the Gatsby made the museum or the amazing collection of Gala and outreach to com- festival what it is without musical instruments, sheet munity schools but also that their support.” music and recordings dat- we are now incorporating For more information ing from the late 1800’s to both MSU students and about the festival, including by ShaCamree Gowdy

the mid 1900’s. Stephen Cunetto, Administrator of Systems at the Mississippi State Libraries, has been a part of this event for years, and said he is looking forward to it this year as well. “It is truly hard to believe that this is our 10th Festival and it is just as exciting hosting the 10th as it was the

a full schedule of events, registration, and ticket purchases, visit library.msstate.

edu/ragtimefestival or contact Stephen Cunetto at scunetto@library.msstate.edu.

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Collins homers twice in victory over Jags by Dalton Middleton Staff Writer

The No. 21 Bulldogs hosted the Jaguars of South Alabama and came back from a 3-0 deﬁcit to claim the win 7-3 over the visiting team. Gavin Collins was the offensive show, blasting two two-run home runs over the left ﬁeld wall to spark Mississippi State .

The Bulldogs then began to chip away at the lead in the fourth inning. Collins crushed a two-run home run to cut the lead to 3-2 for South Alabama. In the sixth inning, Brent Rooker came in to pitch hit for Nathaniel Lowe and he hit a double down the left ﬁeld line to score Cody Brown and Jack Kruger and take the 4-2 lead. Mississippi State never looked back, scoring again in the seventh with a Jacob Robson RBI single and then

“We had a good look at our pitching staff tonight. These young arms are getting excited out there” -Head coach John Cohen MSU went down early in the third inning when freshman pitcher Noah Hughes allowed three runs by the South Alabama hitters. Ryan Cyr came in relief for him though and got the Bulldogs out of the inning without any further damage.

again in the eighth inning with another Collins tworun home run. That home run put MSU’s lead to 7-3 and they closed the game out from there. Besides the three runs and three hits that Hughes allowed in the third inning, the other seven Bulldogs that stepped on the mound did not allow a single hit. Kale Breaux, Cyr, Konnor Pilkington, Ryan Rigby, Ethan Small, Zac Houston and Blake Smith all came in and pitched hitless innings. Breaux and Small were the only pitchers to throw over an inning, with Breaux throwing two complete innings to start the game and Small throwing two and one third of an inning while

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Junior third baseman Gavin Collins(pictured) follows through on a swing. Collins hit two home runs in MSUʼs 7-3 victory over South Alabama at home on Tuesday.

also tallying the win for the Bulldogs. Head coach John Cohen said he was extremely pleased with the way the team performed on the ﬁeld in the mid week ballgame.

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“We had a good look at our pitching staff tonight,” Cohen said. “These young arms are getting excited out there. They just need to work on their velocity. Offensively, Collins really

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of Oregon at Dudy Noble Field this weekend for a Top 25 Matchup. The two teams will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, 2 p.m. on Saturday and 10:30 a.m. on Sunday.

Upcoming Bulldogs Athletics Softball vs. UC Santa Barbara, UCLA @ 1:30 p.m., 4p.m. Louisville Slugger Invitational March 11

Baseball vs. Oregon 2:00 p.m. March 12

When you’re a leader, people watch to see what you’ll do next. Nobody knows that better than Mississippi State University. For years we’ve been leaders in the world of aerospace engineering. MSU now serves as the national lead university for the Federal Aviation Administration’s Center of Excellence of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, putting us on the cutting edge of this new era of

came through for us with a great night.” Following the win over South Alabama, MSU extends their record to 9-3-1 on the season and is hosting the University

NCAA Track & Field Championships Birmingham,AL March 10-March 12

Women’s Tennis at LSU 11:00 a.m. March 13