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Multiple shootings in Aspen Heights, security increased

by Kayla McNair Staff Writer

Due to an incident in which a guest fi red shots into the air during the early hours of March 21, Aspen Heights is taking steps to ensure the safety of its residents.

Tyler Sloan and Erin Standifer, Aspen Heights residents, said the property was already fi lled with people due to parties and a lack of security the night of March 20 leading into the early morning hours of the 21st.

“Most of the parties ended around 12:30 a.m., but around 2 a.m. I was woken up by a loud popping noise,” said Sloan. “I knew immediately they were gunshots.”

Standifer said within 20 minutes the

police arrived.

“The next day we saw a lot of other residents posting on social media sites about how unsafe they felt inside Aspen Heights,” Standifer said.

In light of the incident, Aspen Heights has attempted to step up security by placing guards at each gate between the hours of 6 p.m. and 4 a.m., as well as having each guest sign in upon entrance to the property.

Aspen Heights is also placing spike strips in front of exit gates to prevent unwelcomed guests from entering the property.

Aspen Heights has also set new regulations concerning the number of guests allowed in each home. If a resident is found hosting more than ten guests at any given time, all guests will be asked to leave the property.

“The security upgrades make me feel more safe,” Standifer said.

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Consuming Fire Fellowship back again Consuming Fire Fellowship debates religion with students

by Jennifer Flinn Staff Writer

Several members of Consuming Fire Fellowship Church preached to a growing mass of students on Mississippi State University’s Drill Field Tuesday afternoon.

The Fellowship, a church based in Gloster, Mississippi, regularly travels short distance to Baton Rouge to practice confrontational evangelism on Louisiana State University’s campus, as well as many other schools in the southern half of the state.

Samuel Keaton, a street preacher for the Fellowship, said their main goal in preaching at MSU is spreading the gospel message to the students and getting them to repent their sins.

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Q & A with Timothy Keaton, Consuming Fire pastor Q: Why have you all come to MSU’s campus?

A: We are just here to preach the gospel and lift up Jesus. We want to renounce sin and acknowledge Jesus as the only remedy for sin.

Q: Many students are questioning the sign you’re wearing that lists Catholics and Jehovah Witnesses as sinful. Why do you list Catholics and Jehovah Witnesses on this sign?

A: Just because someone is in an intellectual position to say they believe in God, does not mean they are right with God. Catholics pray to Mary and pray to the dead, and that is not of God. Jehovah Witnesses don’t even believe in Jesus. If you don’t believe in Jesus, then you don’t know who God is.

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New cafeteria construction continues Athletics to start

by D.J. Wormley Staff Writer

The construction fence surrounding Mississippi State University’s soon-tobe AramarkFreshFoodCompany cafeteria now presses against the edge of Bully Boulevard as construction progresses.

Bill Broyles, interim vice president of student affairs at MSU, said construction of the new cafeteria is progressing at a good pace.

“Construction on the new Fresh Food Company is going well and is on schedule for completion this summer,” Broyles said Broyles said several other renovations are scheduled to begin in the summer as well, including adding a convenience store in Allen Hall on MSU’s campus, as well as remodeling Friday

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the Perry Cafeteria.

“We also have a number of construction projects about to kick off that will be occurring during the summer for completion by the beginning of school this fall,” Broyles said. “We will be renovating Einstein’s Bagels in Mitchell Memorial Library and also Starbucks in the Union during the summer. We will be expanding Chick-fil-A in the Union, taking in the space where Toss-it-up is now. This will provide more points of service for Chick-fil-A.” Broyles also said the State Fountain Bakery will take place of Zoca in the Union, and Moe’s Southwest Grill will move into the bakery’s current location.

There will also be a new POD Express convenience store in Allen Hall.

“We will also renovate Perry Cafeteria with all new seating and counters,” Broyles said.

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‘Athlete of the Month’

by Vanessa Cotton Contributing Writer

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Construction workers stand by on site of MSUʼs new Aramark Fresh Food cafeteria.

Starting next fall, Mississippi State University’s athletic department will launch its new incentive, Athlete of the Month.

This incentive will showcase student athletes through different areas such as academics, community service and sportsmanship. The purpose of this is to show the Bulldog community athletes do more than hit the field, jump hurdles and huddle up. This incentive is an effort to show appreciation for all that athletes do.

Each month one female and one male student athlete will be recognized as Student Athletes of the Month.

Life Skills coordinator and Senior Associate Athletic Director Ann Carr further explained why the program is reaching out through this promotion.

“We wanted to encourage our student athletes,” Carr said. “We want them to see we know they are doing some good, and we want them to know that we appreciate them when they are out on the court, on the field, on the mound, on the track when they put that maroon and white on and when they don’t have on their maroon and white.”

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“The foremost thing we’re doing is Christians being aware of their were pushing their views on a group preaching the gospel, and that is what actions and the way they come across, that interpreted the meaning in a is said in the Bible. It says go into all and I would say the Bible speaks for very different way. the world and preach the gospel. We itself. Yes, Christians should proAs the demonstration continued, are trying to follow the gospel and claim this message, but it should be many students gathered to protest lead people to God,” Keaton said. one of love and not condemnation, the proclamations of the Fellowship Many students said they had mixed because Jesus did not condemn,” preachers from several different perfeelings about the message they Lee said. “There’s a time and a place spectives. Some students said they received from the preachers pro- for witnessing, but you have to meet protested intolerance, evangelism or claiming to speak the gospel. people where they are. Jesus would hatred on the part of the preachers.

Alex Ward, a junior majoring in invest his time with people.”

Nicole Perry, a freshman in politphilosophy with a douical science major, said ble-minor in religion and she did not want the “ They are making it more of a spectacle” English, said he thought Fellowship group to the group was creating an push their views on her, -Alex Ward, Junior Philosophy major environment not conduand if she is interested cive to discussion of the in another religion or issue at hand. subject she will explore “Whether you agree it for herself. with it or disagree with it, this is Armed Rasberry, a biosciences “I am for religious tolerance. (The the wrong way to do it. You are just graduate student and a member of Fellowship preacher) is giving the drawing attention to yourself with- an atheist organization at MSU, said faith a bad name,” Perry said. out encouraging dialogue about the he was not bothered by the group’s Colleen Mcinnis, freshman interissue,” Ward said. “They are making proclamations. national business major, said some it more of a spectacle.”

“As an atheist I really do not care. of the people gathered at the demonFreshman biomedical major,Ni- You gotta treat people with respect,” stration that might believe only a little cole Lee said as a leader of the Rasberry said. of the message delivered to students Evangelism Team at the Baptist Rasberry said he thought there could be turned away by the abrasive Student Union she witnesses and were two groups of people present approach the Fellowship took. shares the gospel with many peo- for the demonstration: those who “I am protesting evangelism. I ple in her residence hall. Lee said took the Bible’s words literally and do not think anyone has the right to the Fellowship group could have those who are a progressive part of tell anyone that what they believe is reached out to students in a more society. wrong. I believe in every religion, effective way.

He said those who believed in the and I do not think I can say that any “The Bible talks a lot about literal interpretation of the Bible one is wrong,” Mcinnis said.

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“I appreciate their efforts in trying to make this a safe neighborhood for their residents,” Standifer said.

Oktibbeha County Sheriff Steve Gladney said the majority of the arrests at Aspen Heights have been related to drugs and alcohol, and since the security increase there have been fewer arrests.

“We’ve spent a lot of time out there the last two weekends, and the reports I get back from the deputies are that it’s been reasonably quiet out there,” Gladney said.

Stuart Watkins, Director of public relations for

the Aspen Heights Corporation, said Aspen Heights is working with local law enforcement to provide solutions to undesirable behavioral trends on the property.

“Aspen Heights is seeking Starkville police officers to live on-site,” Watkins said.

Before signing a lease with Aspen Heights, every potential resident must pass a background check.

“Any felony charge resulting in conviction will conclude in the denial of the application,” Watkins said.

Potential residents may also be subject to denial of

the application due to misdemeanors such as convictions in the past seven years involving crimes against persons or property that are related to gangs, drugs, theft, prostitution, sexual assault, cruelty to animals, terrorism or crimes violent in nature; or any three misdemeanors at once.

Three or more DUI charges in the past seven years will also result in an automatic denial.

“As a new community in Starkville, we are committed to making adjustments that are necessary to providing a positive living experience for our residents,” Watkins said.

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Saturday, April 4, 2015 11:19 a.m An officer reported damages to two windows in McCool Hall due to high winds.

1:20 p.m. An Aramark employee was arrested in Starkville for contempt of court.

11:54 p.m A student was arrested in Starkville for disregard of a traffic device.

Monday, April 6, 2015 12:34 p.m. An employee reported receiving unwanted phone calls at the Bost Extension Center.

3:51 p.m. A student was arrested off campus for disorderly conduct at Mckee Hall.

7:50 p.m. A student was arrested at Magnolia Hall for public drunkeness. A student referral was issued.

Wednesday, April 8, 2015 12:50 a.m. A student was reported having an argument with his ex-girlfriend in front of Rice Hall. A student referral was issued.

11:50 a.m. A student received a referral for threatening her ex-boyfriend via text message.

5:42 p.m A student reported possible fraudulent charges on his credit card.

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This new recognition is through the Life Skills Program within the athletic department. Carr said this is a good way to show athletes do more than what meets the eye.

“This is just another avenue to promote student athletes and an opportunity for us to be able to showcase some of the positive things some of our student athletes do outside of athletics,” Carr said. “A lot of people only look at student athletes as to what they do whether it’s playing basketball on the football field, they never see some of the things our student athletes do in the community and they really do a lot.”

A lot of the athletes here at MSU are involved in a number of community services such as a Breakfast with Champions, which is an event to promote healthy eating in grade schools, Relay for Life, a drive for the Salvation Army and Thanksgiving food drives. Carr rewards the sports team that does the most community

service with a plaque.

Ann Carr, life skills coordinatior and Lindsay Pinkston, graduate assistant coordinator, along with other members of the athletic department will nominate potential althletes of the month. The Student Athlete of the Month’s advisory board will select the monthly winners.

Carr said in a sit-down interview once the Athlete of the Month is selected then the board will announce it.

“This will start in the fall and what we’ll do is put it on our website and most of our student athletes go to the Templeton,” Carr said. “We’ll put up an easel so when the students go through, others can see who is (the) Student Athlete of the Month.”

MSU tennis player Juan Cruz, freshman marketing major from Buenos Aires, Argentina, looks at the new incentive as a positive way to shed light on athletes.

“It sounds really interesting and I would like to

be a part of it,” Cruz said.

“It would be good for athletes to compete (for the award) and to be a part of this would be really fun.”

Interest rises for AOTM with Associate Director for Athletic Academics, Lynda K. Moore, from Yazoo, Mississippi.

“Athletes are competitive at heart, that’s why they are good at what they do,” Moore said. “Anything that inspires friendly competition will be a positive, especially if it’s an improvement in grades, and improvement in community service. I’m interested to see what it will do.”

Carr has good vibes about the upcoming initiative and hopes that athletes gain something from it.

“I feel good about it. I think that this is something that shows our student athletes and helps them become better well-rounded. We are not looking at them as just athletes,” Carr said. “If we can help them understand the importance of all of this, then they leave here as a better person.”

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The construction of Aramarkʼs Fresh Food Company is nearly complete, and the new cafeteria will open its doors in July. The Fresh Food Company will offer healthy options for students and faculty on campus.

The fence in front of the site was moved in order to add a sidewalk and shuttle stop, Broyles said.

The new cafeteria will open later in the summer.

The Perry will close briefly for remodeling.

“The Fresh Food Company will open in July. This will allow us to close Perry for renovations.

Perry will reopen on first

day of fall semester classes,” Broyles said.

Tim Muzzi, university architect and interim director of planning design and construction administration at MSU, said his team has been making good time with the progress on the cafeteria.

“The progress of the work is proceeding on schedule. We do not expect

any delays in the project,” Muzzi said.

Muzzi said the new cafeteria is being built to accommodate the increasing number of students enrolling at MSU. “The facility is being constructed to handle the increase in our student population,” Muzzi said. Meal plans have rapidly grown, and the new cafeteria will

give students more food choices.

“Our meal plan membership has grown to nearly 7,000,” Jason Nall, resident district manager for Aramark, said. “The Fresh Food Company will provide fresh cutting-edge block meal dining options for meal plan holders.”

Nall said the new cafeteria will also offer longer

International students to showcase cultural dances

by Katrina Smith Staff Writer

The International Student Advisory Board will bring back Dance Around the World in conjunction with Unity Week on April 24.

Dance Around the World is a program designed for different student dance groups to get together and perform dance styles from across the world. The event was an annual event put on by recreational sports, but

was put on hold after 2012.

The performances can range from solos, duos, and groups in general. ISAB is looking to fi ll 25 spot during its auditions.

Sara Ghazaleh, member of the ISAB, feels this program will increase diversity and allow international students to become accustomed to American culture.

“The impact of this event will enhance the diversity more and allow international students to feel more welcome and comfortable,” said Ghazaleh.

The ISAB is currently taking applications, and

everyone is encouraged to participate.

Katja Walters, the president of ISAB, believes Dance Around the World is another way to bring people together from different cultural backgrounds and a way for people in different cultures to show pride in their origins.

“My goal is to bring cultural awareness to people by showcasing dances from around the world,” said Walters.

Dance Around the World will be the first big event that ISAB has planned with the assistance of the Holmes Cultural Diversity Center.

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“TheFreshFood Company will also extend residential dining hours of operation to students,” Nall said.

Sara McMahan, junior biological engineering, said she believes it is a great idea to build the new cafeteria so popular dining facilities on campus such as the Perry and the Union can be less crowded, especially during

the lunch rush.

“I think it is impressive that they have been able to build it so fast, and I really feel like the new cafeteria will solve the overcrowding problem in the Perry and the Union, especially during lunch time,” McMahan said.

The Fresh Food Company will open July 2015 and will begin operation in the fall of 2015.

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FACE-OFF: ARE RELIGIOUS BILLS GOOD FOR SOCIETY? NO

Zach Wagner is a senior majoring in kinesiology. He can be contacted at opinion@reflector. msstate.edu.

As someone who called the state of Indiana home for the better part of eight years, I was deeply saddened and disappointed to learn of the passing of Senate Bill 101 a couple of weeks ago. For those who are not aware of the new law that has gone into effect and the controversy surrounding it, I’ll summarize it briefly. Basically, the new law

specific language within it that cannot be found within the Religious Freedom Restoration Acts (RFRAs) of the other 19 states or the federal one passed in 1993.

The bill specifically says: “A person whose exercise of religion has been substantially burdened, or is likely to be substantially burdened, by a violation of this chapter may assert the violation or impending violation as a claim or defense in a judicial or administrative proceeding, regardless of whether the state or any other governmental entity is a party to the proceeding.”

What this means is the new Indiana statute recognizes a pro-profit corporation has “free exercise” rights such as those possessed by individuals or churches. When you couple this with the fact that the LGBT community is not a protected class in the

“...Indiana is at a serious risk of jeopardizing everything the state

has worked so hard for over 50 years.”

was signed into action by Governor Mike Pence to lessen the burden on individuals in the state from being limited in their ability to exercise their right of openly practicing their religion. In effect, the bill protects business owners who do not want to provide services for same-sex couples and many citizens across the country are up in arms about the potential channels it could take in contributing to discriminatory practices lobbied mainly toward gays as well as lesbians.

While many want to use the excuse of 19 other states having similar legislature in place, there is a major problem with this bill: Indiana’s new law is far more encompassing than any like it ever passed. Unlike similar predecessors before it — Indiana’s law contains

state of Indiana, the possibility for discrimination towards the LGBT community becomes a very real possibility.

Even with the new changes made to the law over the past week, the only thing really different revolves around the fact that eleven communities in the state that already have anti-discriminatory protections for gays and lesbians, including Indianapolis and Bloomington, would be safe havens for the LGBT community. However, the rest of the cities in the state would still possess language that still doesn’t expressly prohibit discrimination against gays and lesbians.

Making the LGBT community a protected class would change things entirely.

With all of this being said, I believe Indiana is at

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serious risk of jeopardizing everything the state has worked so hard for over 50 years. This is a state that has become a hotbed for hosting major conventions as well as the lithe of big time sporting events including but not limited to the Super Bowl a couple of years ago.

There has already been a plethora of major acts and conventions that have pulled their business from the state, such as the band Wilco. Organizers of Gen Con, which has been called the largest gaming convention in the country, are also considering eliminating Indianapolis as its go-to location.

The potential economic loss from losing a high profile event like the Final Four could be highly damaging to the state. NCAA President Mike Emmert that he and his organization were disappointed with the passing of the law and plan on keeping a watch over how matters play out going forward.

In other words, it’s entirely possible this new law could cost them a chance at ever hosting a Final Four again — which is sad Indianapolis is ranked third for hosting the event the most since 1939.

The saddest reality of all may come from the understanding that this new law will shape people’s perception of the state as a whole.

Will people immediately associate discrimination with the Hoosier State, months or even years from now? It’s possible, which is a shame for all of the highly tolerant individuals that call the great state of Indiana home.

In a perfect world, this law would never have been passed. In a perfect world, a law like this would never even seemed necessary. In a perfect world, discrimination would no longer exist and, if that were true, Indiana wouldn’t have ever risked their future.

Unfortunately, like we all learn at some point, life isn’t fair sometimes and people in Indiana are learning that lesson the hard way.

Much controversy has been stirred up with the new religious freedom laws passed in Indiana and Arkansas. From the left, we hear a cry of discrimination, and from the right, we hear a heralding of religious protection. But what exactly is the big deal, and what does the passage of these bills mean?

The laws essentially are a copy of the similar federal and state Religious Freedom and Restoration Acts (RFRA) with some major added provisions.

The non-controversial part of the laws mirror RFRA protections from government interference on religious practice and its establishment of standard legal procedures for deciding whether or not the government has done so. In other words, someone could legally refuse to obey an Indiana or Arkansas law that has not been narrowly tailored for a substantial government interest if it violates his or her religion. The chief difference between Arkansas and Indiana’s legislation, is it also provides religious protection in private dealings or civil lawsuits. This key provision is what has people up in arms. A service provider could refuse services to a consumer for religious reasons.

Many people see this as an attack on the LGBT community claiming the law would allow businesses to refuse to serve LGBT consumers. Because of this, Indiana has been given a lot of ridicule despite the fact that this most likely was not the law’s primary intent and despite the recent revision of the law.

The law’s primary purpose was most likely to further cement the Hobby Lobby Supreme Court decision on a state level (i.e. to prevent the government from forcing businesses to pay for healthcare contrary to their beliefs), shattering any idea this law was passed with the express intent to discriminate. In addition, both laws have undergone significant

revision. The Indiana law in particular now explicitly says the law can’t be construed to discriminate based on sexual orientation (which passed with a sizable majority). Pairing an anti-discrimination clause with their RFRA, Indiana may have found a solution to a divisive debate.

For the past few years, the US has seen several court cases in which Christian bakers or photographers have been sued and lost their businesses because they refused to provide services at a number of samesex weddingsdue to the apparent “discrimination based on sexual orientation.” A couple in Oregon has recently been ordered to pay $150,000 for refusing service citing their religious beliefs. In cases like this, it is important to distinguish “discrimination” from refusing to do some-

Joseph Kerstiens is a freshman majoring in biochemistry.

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contrary to your values, sculpting something personally offensive, or catering a racist event) and in the other it is based on the traits of the person served (being gay or Hispanic).

Most Americans can agree that actual discrimination is wrong, and most can also agree that the freedom of conscientious objection is

“Instead of punishing Indiana, other states and cities should be looking to it as an example.” thing contrary to your morals. For example, would it be discrimination based on religion for a Muslim artist to refuse to create an inappropriate sculpture of Muhammad for an anti-Islamic faith organization?

Or would it be discrimination based on race for an African-American chef to refuse to provide services for an all-white KKK meeting? No, not at all.

Now, would it be discrimination based on sexual orientation for a Christian mechanic to refuse to service to an LGBT customer? Or would it be discrimination for a lawyer to refuse to represent a Latin American in court? Yes, of course. The difference is subtle, yet important.

In one case, the refusal is based on the service they are refusing (making a cake celebrating something

important. Why can’t they coexist?

I applaud Indiana for putting these two provisions together. Maybe, just maybe, after this law has withstood the test of the courts, it will be the first state in the union to be on the path to protecting our nation’s gay citizens from discrimination while simultaneously protecting its citizens’ right to religious objection. Instead of punishing Indiana, other states and cities should be looking to it as an example of not only moderate policies but also fair and just ones. Indiana hopefully can show these two American values — equality and the freedom of speech/religion — can still stand strong together, instead of getting caught up in either side of the aisle’s narrow-mindedness.

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Hillary Clinton presidential campaign. I believe that time is now slowly upon us.

It was announced last week that a building in Brooklyn, New York, – believed to be leased out by members of the Clinton inner circle – will serve as campaign headquarters. This is presumed to be one of Clinton’s final steps before officially announcing and throwing her hat in the ring. This is one instance in a series of important clues that have come to light pointing to Hillary Clinton announcing her run at the presidency in the coming days.

According to Federal Election Commission rules, a candidate has only 15 days between conducting campaign activities and filing official paperwork for 2016, and the signing of the lease appears to set that time clock in motion. There has been lots of secrecy regarding her potential campaign, but now there seems to be light at the end of the tunnel. Clinton is viewed as the frontrunner for the Democratic nomination, as well as leading numerous national polls to win the general election against any potential Republican nominee. I expect her to make a speech or a big announcement over social media once she decides to join the race.

In recent days, on the Republican side, Senator

Rand Paul of Kentucky and Senator Ted Cruz of Texas have both announced their intentions to run for the Presidency in 2016 as well. Paul is somewhat of an intriguing candidate to me. I don’t personally agree with many of his arguments and what he represents, but he is someone who seems to be quite knowledgeable on a few popular issues like marijuana decriminalization and reforming elements of

enough. Many of these types of candidates have often stated conflicting or controversial opinions on hot button issues dealing with abortion, marriage equality and immigration in the past.

Clinton herself has continued to be a polarizing figure throughout her life. The probability of becoming the first female President of the United States is interesting to many, now than

“Clinton herself has continued to be a polarizing figure throughout her life.” the criminal justice system and restoring voting rights to former convicts. But he seems to lack enough knowledge and experience in the foreign policy arena at times, which should now be a key requirement, with so much turmoil and violence across the globe. If Hillary Clinton does run and wins the Democratic nomination, the Republican Party will have a battle on its hands throughout the Republican primary with many candidates who are too extreme and conservative to other candidates who are seen as too moderate and not conservative

ever before. This move will often play a factor in the minds of potential voters, making her more intriguing. Clinton has a major social media presence, with over three million followers on Twitter, which she and her staff use wisely to voice thoughts and stances on current issues happening around the world and the country, including the recent Religious Freedom Act controversy and continuing to shine a brighter light on women’s rights issues.

According to MSNBC, Clinton will focus on more grassroots outreach and

Frank Bradford is a graduate student majoring in political science. He can be contacted at opinion@reflector.msstate.edu.

small dollar donations during this residential run, which then-candidate Obama took advantage of back in 2008. One of the super PACS associated with her, Ready for Hillary, is beginning to shut down, and when she finally announces many of the senior staff members will join the potential campaign in waiting. She is someone who has stood up for her beliefs and held firm ground against critics. I consider myself a supporter of Hillary Clinton and would stand by her with the decision to run for President. I believe she would be a good candidate and someone who is moderate enough to reach across party lines and work with the Republicans, if they are willing to finally work together. She is someone I feel knows her way around working in Washington and how to get things done. Her résumé is second to none against potential candidates.

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‘Fashion A to Z’ thrills

by Mary Rumore Contributing Writer

Fashion design and merchandising students in the Historic Costume course presented “Fashion A to Z,” an exhibit showcasing historical garments from Mississippi State University’s Historical Costume and Textiles Collection from March

costume course played an important part in “Fashion A to Z.” Class members picked and researched garments for the exhibitions. They selected a letter from the alphabet, then picked a garment or term that corresponded with that letter. They were involved in the layout, marketing, photography and graphic design for the event. They also learned how to handle the historical pieces.

“ The show has been very popular.

We’ve attracted a lot of students, faculty and a lot of people from out of town as well.”

-Lori Neuenfeldt, instructor of the Historical Costume class

16 until April 9 in the Cullis Wade Depot Art Gallery, and the turnout was great.

“Fashion A to Z” introduced visitors to terminology, historical garments, footwear and accessories. There were over 26 pieces in the collection. Some of the most popular pieces included an elaborately beaded bodice from the 1890s, lace from the early 1900s, a pair of ‘space age’ boots from the 1960s and items from luxury design labels such as Vera Wang, Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent.

Students in the

Jesse Newton, sophomore fashion design and merchandising major from Eupora, Mississippi, is one of the students in the Historic Costume class who worked hard to present the event. He selected the letter “B,” so his work focused on beading and embroidery.

Along with learning how to handle historical pieces, Newton said the ability to meet a woman who came to see her mother’s wedding dress from the 1910s that was donated to the collection was his favorite part of

“Fashion A to Z.” “It was really sweet how we could bring that memory back to life for her,” Newton said.

Katie Brown, senior fashion design and merchandising major from Olive Branch, Mississippi, was in charge of the publicity and the catering. She said her favorite part of the exhibition was planning the event.

“I learned a ton about planning an exhibition that I probably never would have learned about otherwise,” Brown said.

“Fashion A to Z” also marked the 30th anniversary for the MSU Historical Costume and Textiles Collection. The collection was founded in 1985 by Dr. Catherine Boyd.

It includes garments, shoes, hats and accessories from the mid-1800s to present day.

The School of Human Sciences and the College of Architecture, Art and Design’s art department made the exhibition possible.

Lori Neuenfeldt, the instructor of the Historical Costume class and leader of the event, said she was pleased with this year’s outcome of “Fashion A to Z.” “The show has been very popular. We’ve attracted a lot of students, faculty and a lot of people from out of town as well,” Neuenfeldt said.

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Jay Z’s TIDAL alters streaming music scene

by Ariel Traylor Contributing Writer

Rapper Jay Z made headlines not too long ago due to his infamous elevator brawl with his sister-in-law Solange Knowles. Now, the owner of Roc-A-Fella Records and founder of Roc Nation is making news again as he transitions into an independent artist and plans to release his music through TIDAL. TIDAL is a music streaming service that originally started in Scandinavia in 2009.

However, Jay Z’s company now owns TIDAL, and several artists such as Rihanna, Beyonce, Kanye West, Madonna and more are collaborating with Jay Z in his ventures.

Users of TIDAL are required to pay $9.99 per month to receive unlimited streaming of songs without ads, and the service pitches itself as the first artistowned global music and entertainment platform.

Gabby Williams, junior

nursing major, said music enthusiasts should not have an issue being required to pay for their music.

“If we are faithful fans like some of us claim to be, we should be willing to pay for a couple of songs from TIDAL,” Williams said.

“After all, if some of us are willing to pay $100 for a pair of Jordans, then why hesitate to pay $9.99? I love and enjoy music, and I am willing to do what I have to do to listen to it.”

Other streaming music sites, such as Pandora and iHeartRadio, allow users to listen to music for free with ads. However, TIDAL does not offer this service.

Derius Galvez, junior aerospace engineering major, said he is completely against paying for music without any other options.

“Why pay for my music on TIDAL when I can listen to music on Pandora and iHeartRadio? Pandora and iHeartRadio allow me to listen to music for free anytime I want,” he said.

“Artists are already paid plenty of money so why beg for more money from users?

Music is not that important to pay for.”

The Washington Post reported Jay Z said people would like to listen to music for free, but they are more than willing to pay $6 for water.

TIDAL assures artists their music will be exclusive to the TIDAL music streaming service and will not appear elsewhere.

Taylor Swift sparked controversy recently

when she decided to leave commercial music streaming service, Spotify, due to her belief that music is art, and therefore should cost money. Swift is now a part of TIDAL. R&B singer Alicia Keys spoke at the March 30 press conference for TIDAL and said, “Today marks the true beginning of a mission to change the status quo, to reestablish the value of music. This is powerful.

Look how we can all do this together—it’s feeling like a graduation.”

Amber Jordan, junior communication major, said she felt betrayed by her favorite artists when she heard about TIDAL because she feels the money she will be forced to spend every month on music could be used for more useful things.

“Being a college student is not cheap, so for the artist to say that I have to pay $9.99 per month is wrong.

Especially when I am a huge fan of some of those artists,” she said.

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Bulldogs notch impressive victory over Alabama

by Zach Wagner Staff Writer

Last season proved to be a difficult one for Head Coach Aaron Gordon and his young squad. Finishing with a mark of 3-15 and failing to win a conference game, Mississippi State University endured a tough season from start to finish.

However, as Tuesday night’s scrimmage against fellow SEC foe Alabama demostrated, there are a lot of reasons to get excited about the direction in which the program is heading. Winning 3-2, the Bulldogs displayed a level of offensive prowess that was absent from their play for the majority of last season. Gordon’s team was only able to muster more than two goals in a game one time during the previous campaign, which was the main source of frustration.

After the match, Gordon cracked a joke about last season’s offense, making light of how far the team has come.

“Scoring three goals at all may have taken me eight games last season,” Gordon said. “We scored three tonight, and we probably could have scored six or seven, to be fair.”

Fast-forward to the present, and you will find a new duo already showing signs of growing chemistry. This would be the combination of Mallory Eubanks and Kennadi Carbin, who both coincidentally called Kentucky their home state before committing to MSU. Eubanks flashed serious promise last season, contributing many different fronts in attack and was the most dangerous player the Bulldogs

Senior Shelby Jordan kicks the ball in a match against Georgia last season. Jordan is the sole senior on the team and was a captain last year.

had on their roster last season.

In her upcoming sophomore season, it would not be a surprise to see her take a big leap.

As for Carbin, the new face up top talked about what the transition has been like adapting to being a part of the team.

“It’s been great,” Carbin said. “A lot of hard work, but I get through it everyday and here I am.”

It took all of 12 minutes during Tuesday’s scrimmage to watch the two produce a moment of magic, when Carbin used nifty footwork

MSU defeats No. 1 LSU

by Blake Morgan Sports Editor

Mississippi State University used a hot start to top No. 1 Louisiana State University 9-4 at home Wednesday night.

The Bulldogs improved to 30-10 on the season.

The game was counted as a non-conference game to ensure each side would not exceed the 24 SEC game limit. MSU has a 22-3 non-conference record.

Head Coach Vann Stuedeman earned her third win over LSU in her career.

The Bulldogs advance to 16-0 on the year when it scores first. LSU’s pitching rotation entered the game with a stout 1.37 ERA. MSU blasted the LSU pitchers for nine runs.

Senior Julia Echols scored

first on the night after a single from sophomore Katie Anne Bailey brought her home. MSU used an LSU error to bring home sophomore Caroline Seitz to take a 2-0 lead in the game. The Bulldogs would not look back.

The lead would balloon to 5-0 before LSU would score its first run. LSU cut the score to 5-2 in the fifth inning.

The Bulldogs responded with a four-run inning in the sixth. Sophomore pitcher Alexis Silkwood helped her own cause by blasting an opposite field two-run home run. This was Silkwood’s third home run of the 2015 season and her sixth game with multiple RBI this season.

LSU closed out the game with a two-run seventh inning, but could never overcome the early deficit.

Silkwood, the current back-to-back SEC Pitcher of

the Week, earned her 22nd win of the season with a complete game. Silkwood gave up only two earned runs and tallied two strikeouts as well.

Silkwood leads the SEC in innings pitched this season and is second in strikeouts with 166.

This was only the second time the Bulldogs have ever bested a top-ranked team in the country, and the first time MSU has ever achieved this feat at home.

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to maneuver around her defender on the right flank and find Eubanks in front of the goal. From there, last season’s star freshman was able to find the net, albeit from a deflection from a nearby defender, but it still opened up the scoring for the game.

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Gordon, while stressing that it is still only the spring, said he is loving what he is seeing from his two players in the final third of field.

“That’s a partnership that I think will just grow as they get to play together,” Gordon said. “They

kind of have this Kentucky connection, Lexington and Louisville, and they know each other through club soccer which helps too. There’s just quality there.”

With one year of experience notched under their belts, the large group of underclassmen should be more equipped to handle the grind that comes with the weekly challenge of SEC play. Gordon made light of what he has been preaching to his team during the offseason, highlighting the prospect of improving.

“Just growth and getting better,” Gordon said.

“We’ve had a lot of time to practice and work on some things. It’s just about individually getting better and goals for each player. They look at them on the board when they walk out to practice each day, so they see what they have to work on all the time.”

Ariana Holmes is another player that has turned heads around the program. The transfer from California could be one of the major answers at the center back position for MSU. During Tuesday’s scrimmage, her strength and ball skills were on display as she has already begun to win over the praises of her head coach.

“She’s a transfer, and when we knew that she was thinking about transferring we jumped on it right away,” Gordon said. “We consulted her about what our team is about, and our coaching staff. She’s been awesome in terms of being a teammate, leader, and she’s got calmness about her. She just makes our team better, and we’re excited about what she brings to the table.”

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Hannah Smith and the team’s lone senior Shelby Jordan would both find the back of the net in the second half to seal the victory, but even without the goals, the style of play was enough to have the team’s senior leader speak highly of the squad’s performance.

“I think overall it was really good,” Jordan said. “I think we were the better team tonight, and we had some

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really good passing. We had some good moments as well, and the girls did awesome.”

At the end of the day, a different kind of vibe is radiating from the women’s soccer team than last season.

Whether it’s all the new faces that have helped mold the team or just having the extra experience under their belts, Coach Gordon saw very little he did not like against Alabama.

“We’ve worked hard in practice so we can get better, and the standards we have set in practice are paying off,” Gordon said. “It was a good night for us.”

The women’s soccer team will return to action Saturday at the Open Cup University Showcase in Decatur, Alabama, where it will look to continue on with its string of excellent play.

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in Columbia, Missouri. This series could prove to be pivotal in the SEC Tournament

seedings race, as the Bulldogs are currently one place ahead of Missouri.

Menʼs golf finishes fourth at Old Waverly Championship: Mississippi

State University shot a team score of 291 in the final round of the Old Waverly Championship. With the season finale in rearview, the Bulldogs will now set their sights on the SEC Championship at Simonʼs Island April 17-19. Head Coach Clay Homan cited bright spots in individual play. “We need to get better at finishing round and not letting a few bad holes derail our play,” Homan said. “There is plenty we need to work on, and weʼll be ready to compete for the SEC Championship.” UAB took home the overall title with a one-shot victory over Florida.

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Who will win The Masters?

It is the Mecca for all golf lovers. Tucked away near the border of Georgia and South Carolina lies an 18 hole stretch where PGA Tour dreams have become reality or where they have come crashing back down to earth. Early April means one thing in the golf world – the Masters.

Augusta National Golf Course is set to host the fi rst major of the year this weekend, where the winner will be bestowed the green jacket, a tradition that dates back to the early 1930s.

With a talented field of golfers set and rain in the forecast, who will be the next golfer to slip his arms into this coveted jacket?

Tiger Woods is arguably the most followed golfer at any major, as he chases Jack Nicklaus’ record of 18 major victories. Woods has been stuck at 14 major wins since his last U.S. Open championship in 2008.

However, with his fading talent and multiple injuries, Woods would be an underdog to win in 2015. The course no longer fits Tiger Woods’ style of play.

Augusta National fits Bubba Watson, probably just as good as the two green jackets he won in the past three years at the Masters.

From his power-fade drives to his towering wedge shots, the rolling hills at Augusta do not play the enemy to Bubba.

It would not surprise the PGA if Watson were to win his third title and be the fi rst back-to-back Masters champion since Tiger Woods in 2001.

Another name on the leaderboard that would not surprise anyone would be the world’s No. 1 ranked golfer at the moment, Rory McIlroy.

McIlroy looks to become only the sixth golfer in history to win the coveted Grand Slam in golf (winning the U.S. Open, British Open, PGA Tour Championship and the Masters in a career).

Last year, only one bad hole at Augusta stood in the way of this feat, but don’t expect McIlroy to make the same mistake this year.

Never forget the crazy lefty in the field, Phil Mickelson.

Mickelson’s game is a lot like Watson’s, where power and short game combine as the perfect weapon to win.

He has already won three times at Augusta, and if his game is on, look for him at the top of the leaderboard on Sunday. However, if his game is off, he will be in danger of missing the cut.

Jason Day is a favorite to win this week, even though people would still be surprised to see it happen.

But why? The Australian is ranked fifth in the world and with only 16 attempts at a major, he has recorded five top-10 fi nishes.

Fellow Australian Adam Scott is another who is not fazed by the challenges Augusta brings. His victory in 2013 was not short of amazing as he fought his way through the field and came up clutch on the 18th hole and during the playoff round.

Who is my pick to win the 2015 Masters Tournament?

Jordan Spieth.

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The youngster is primed for the spotlight this year, and even though many experts think he would benefit from a few more trips to Augusta, I think he starts off strong and plays himself into contention.

The x-factor I am going with is the rain in the forecast. The rain will make the course, which is usually fast as lightning, one that could be mushy and slow at some parts. Experienced golfers know how to handle the situation, and this is where people expect Spieth to struggle.

My prediction is the exact opposite. The young golfer is naïve enough not to get caught up in the atmosphere and just play golf. As others fall away, Spieth will remain strong at the top. If he can pull it all together on Sunday, Spieth will take home his fi rst green jacket.

After the opening round of the Masters, Spieth tallied a mark of eight under par, good for fi rst place.

Second round coverage of the tournament begins at 2 p.m. on ESPN. The third and fourth rounds will be on CBS.

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SCRIMMAGE With the departure of star running back Josh Robinson, many Bulldog fans are eager to see who coach Dan Mullen will task with fi lling the shoes of the human bowling ball that once sported No. 13.

Anyone who attends the scrimmage will see there are three, possibly four, strong candidates to carry the load in the upcoming season.

The current favorite to assume the starting role is junior Ashton Shumpert, but he has plenty of young, hungry competitors jockeying for the spot as well.

Speedster Brandon Holloway will undoubtedly see a large number

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of touches, as his homerun ability is absolutely indispensable.

Freshmen running backs Dontavian Lee and Aeris Williams should be fun to watch as well. The freshmen duo reeled off a total of 170 yards in the team’s scrimmage last weekend.

Minus the departure of star receiver Jameon Lewis, the receiving corps returns a bevy of talent.

De’Runnya Wilson is expected to lead an experienced, talented group of targets for Heisman hopeful Dak Prescott.

Fred Ross and Fred Brown have also shown

streaks of brilliance this spring. Each of the receivers totaled over 100 yards in the Bulldog’s most recent scrimmage.

MSU’s next scrimmage is slated for 11:45 a.m. Saturday at Davis Wade Stadium.

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