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Lindsey Odom, music education sophomore, making a smore while Savannah Luna, nursing junior, is passing out supplies on Jan.17. Photo by Emily Simmons.

Stampede Week offers s’mores, cocoa, and crafts

Emily Simmons January 20, 2017

Stampede Week offers different activities for students to take advantage of during the first week of each semester. These activities include free food, drinks, movies, and crafts for students throughout...

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Comprehensive campaign designed to raise $50 million

Emily Simmons December 7, 2016

A $50 million fundraising campaign has been set into motion and promises improvements across campus based on the needs and wishes of staff, students, and the community.“This campaign is about building...

Alissa Donaldson picking pecans on Dec. 3. Photo by Emily Simmons.

Persistent pickers participate in Pecan Day

Emily Simmons December 6, 2016

Freezing temperatures and rain did not stop a few persistent pickers from participating in MSU’s annual Pecan Day on Dec. 3.“It’s the worst weather I’ve seen during Pecan Day, but it’s still...

The Oratorio Chorus performs under the direction of Dale Heidebrecht on Nov. 13. Photo by Emily Simmons

Oratorio Chorus presents The Peaceable Kingdom

Emily Simmons November 15, 2016

Young and old voices alike came together to create a message of hope through song during the Oratorio Chorus’ concert Nov. 13. The Oratorio Chorus, directed by Dale Heidebrecht, assistant professor of...

Tim Yap, music education senior left, Gary Boyd, music education junior, and Alvin Waldon, music education sophomore, right, practicing for the Dark Passenger submission on Nov. 8. Photo by Caleb Sneath

Percussion Ensemble performs variety of music for recital

Emily Simmons November 9, 2016

Student musicians came together to perform intricate percussion selections that left an audience of almost 100 in awe. Gordon Hicken, assistant professor of music, directed the University Percussion Ensemble...

The Electoral College: It’s who you’re really voting for

Emily Simmons November 8, 2016

Click the map to create your own at 270toWin.comAll votes cast on Nov. 8 will determine which candidate’s representatives will participate in the Electoral College vote on their behalf. The government...

Andrew Allen rehearses on the soprano saxophone for his recital on Oct. 20. Photo by Emily Simmons

Andrew Allen to perform for faculty recital

Emily Simmons October 19, 2016

In an effort to expose audience members to new forms of musical expression, Andrew Allen, assistant professor of music, will perform at a free faculty recital Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m. in Akin Auditorium.“I...

Shai Wosner, pianist, will be performing in Akin Auditorium on Oct. 13.

Jennifer Koh and Shai Wosner perform for Music Series

Emily Simmons October 12, 2016

Jennifer Koh, violinist, and Shai Wosner, pianist, will perform as part of the Music Series this Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in Akin Auditorium.“This concert gives both the community and students an opportunity...

Members of Grupo Folklorico Faisan, a travelling group from California, perform at Calle Ocho on Oct. 1 at the downtown Farmers Market. Photo by Emily Simmons

Calle Ocho participants celebrate Hispanic culture

Emily Simmons October 3, 2016

More than 1,000 people flooded downtown Wichita Falls to celebrate the seventh annual Calle Ocho festival, a celebration of Hispanic heritage presented by Zavala.“We’ve had a great turnout this year,...

Music faculty performs in recital

Emily Simmons September 15, 2016

About 150 people attended a free recital featuring the music department faculty in Akin Auditorium last Thursday.“I enjoyed seeing my professors perform on stage. They played very well and the music...

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Fine Arts dean, guest to present concert Thursday

Emily Simmons September 13, 2016

Martin Camacho, dean of the Lamar D. Fain College of Fine Arts, and Mexican tenor Edgar Villalva will present a free concert in Akin Auditorium: Latin American Evening – Songs to Remember, at 7 p.m.“This...

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