The cancellation of football season leaves some athletes feeling lost
Khirstia Sheffield, Feature Editor
September 16, 2020
Packed stadiums filled with yelling, passionate fans covered head-to-toe in body paint and team apparel were once a treasured tradition for colleges across the nation. But, as the deadly virus continues to infiltrate day-to-day living, activities like football have come to a halt, at least for NCAA Division...
Intramural basketball comes to an end
Katherine Kurylas, Reporter
March 8, 2020
The men’s and co-ed intramural basketball leagues came to a close with two championship games on Thursday, March 5 at 9 and 10 p.m. at the Redwine Wellness Center. In the men’s championship game, the 7-1 Royal Family faced the undefeated 8-0 SNG for an upset victory of 73-68. It was a very physical...
Inmates assist with the demolition of acquired property
Colin Stevenson, Reporter/Photographer
March 5, 2020
After its approximately $3 million purchase, construction on the property at 2733 Midwestern Pkwy has begun with the help of local inmates. They are performing demolition in collaboration with Wichita County Sheriff’s Office. Originally a Bank of America business, the building is having walls removed to allow for warehouse storage in two-th...
A day in the life: President Suzanne Shipley
Khirstia Sheffield, Reporter
March 4, 2020
It’s 6 a.m. and as the sun slowly inches across the sky, her eyes gently open. The faint noises from her dogs crack through the morning silence as they hear their food clang against the metal bowls. President Suzanne Shipley’s day has just begun. After she spends time with her dogs, she challenges...
Parcel lockers back in service
Stephanie Robledo, Reporter
March 3, 2020
Due to technical issues, the parcel lockers in the Clark Student Center have been out of service but have been repaired and are back in service as of March 2. “For like a month [it's been out of service]. It happens when the Wi-Fi goes out, but when [the lockers] work they're great,” Kelli Ba...
Late night trips to Walmart
Christian Oseguera, Reporter
March 2, 2020
Midnight is quickly approaching and you have just finished your homework. You’re starving and want to eat but soon come to the realization that a majority of the fast food places you crave during the day are closed, so you resort to the almighty Walmart. You never know what the weather is going to ...
Men’s basketball turns things around versus UT Tyler
Christian Oseguera, Reporter
February 17, 2020
Men’s basketball faced its second and last test of the season against UT Tyler on Saturday, Feb. 15 at the DL Ligon Coliseum for Military Appreciation Day. UT Tyler looked to avenge its loss and put a dagger into the hearts of the enemy, as MSU came away with the 59-44 victory on Jan. 2 at UT Tyl...
739 students awarded at fall graduation 2019
Kristin Silva and Brendan Wynne
December 14, 2019
Through the many years of tears, stress and constant studying, 739 MSU Texas students lined up to receive their degrees in various majors. They wait, clothed in graduation caps and gowns, listening for their names to be called so they can walk across the stage, receive their diplomas and finally call th...
Cycling experts urge riders to protect themselves
Elijah Lee, Reporter
October 24, 2019
Whether cycling competitively or recreationally, safety comes first. Multiple reasons can be given for not wearing a helmet, but all of them go out of the window when a cyclist takes a tumble. Representatives of the cycling department share the importance of protection and taking proper precautions w...
Tuition costs continue to increase
Khirstia Sheffield, Reporter
May 3, 2019
Going off to college is more than embarking on new adventures, learning how to be an adult or understanding oneself. College is essentially the golden staircase to further expand on the basic knowledge learned in high school and land a successful career. While the list of concerns for both parents...
Celebration of Graham B. Purcell’s 100th birthday to be held May 3
Taylor Henson, Reporter
May 1, 2019
The legacy of Graham B. Purcell Jr. will be celebrated in Moffett Library at 4 p.m. on May 3, where family, friends and other members of the community will come together to share stories and memories of Purcell. The event will also include food, and for those over 21, wine. Cortny Bates, a...
‘Love Is in the Air’ musical revue to be held April 26
Taylor Henson, Reporter
April 25, 2019
The theater department is producing a musical revue to preview the new musical theater minor on Friday April 26 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the door and revenue from the show will be split between The Arts Alliance and the theater department. The theme of the revue is love and will consist of 13 st...