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The Wichitan

The Student News Site of Midwestern State University

The Wichitan

The men's basketball team honors MSU after the win over Lubbock Christian, Feb.27.

Resilient and Consistency: The Mustangs gear up to battle in the LSC Tournament

Abby Turner, Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2025

It is March. For all the college basketball fans out there, it is the most coveted time of the year -- March Madness. It is time to break out those brackets and start filling them out.  Midwestern...

Hazel Harris, radiology freshman, paints a Mardi Gras mask for the celebration, March 1.

RHA hosts fifth annual Mardi Gras celebration

Madisyn Butler, Reporter March 6, 2025

The Residence Hall Association(RHA) hosted their fifth annual Mardi Gras event on campus. This year’s event held booths from various organizations including a cake walk, mask painting, bracelet making,...

President Stacia Haynie and Honors Director Steve Garrison present incoming nursing freshman Nicole Tatsch with the Presidential Scholarship during Mustangs Rally, March 1.

Redwine Honors presents incoming freshman with presidential scholarship

Madisyn Butler, Reporter March 6, 2025

Every year, the Redwine Honors program awards five presidential scholarships to incoming freshman students that have achieved success in high school. At Mustang’s Rally, nursing major Nicole Tatsch from...

"The Monkey," hit the theaters Feb. 21, pulling in $14.2 million on opening weekend. "The Monkey," has the highest opening weekend for the horror genre.

Oz Perkins “The Monkey” is like life

Jay Prado, Reporter March 6, 2025

“The Monkey” serves as a cathartic examination of Director Osgood “Oz”  Perkins’ fascination with mortality—its genesis and omnipresence. Hot off the heels of the smashing financial success...

Our Blood Institute encourages people to donate blood as the blood emergency continues.

Emergency blood shortage calls for more donations

Abby Turner, Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2025

Our Blood Institute has been experiencing an emergency blood shortage. Due to the extreme winter and seasonal illnesses, the blood supply not only in Wichita Falls but around the nation has taken a significant...

Anthony Mackie stars as Sam Wilson in Captain America: Brave New World

Sam Wilson rises above in Captain America: Brave New World

Sebastian Chavira, Reporter March 6, 2025

Captain America: Brave New World is the latest entry in the Captain America franchise that many have been anticipating. Released on Feb. 14, "Brave New World" solidifies Anthony Mackie’s role as Captain...

Poster by SC_doesart (Sabrina Harrison)

Chappell Roan challenges former music exec to “put his money where his mouth is”

Sabrina Harrison, Entertainment Editor February 19, 2025

Chappell Roan is one of Gen-Z’s most iconic musicians and every time I hear about her in the news, I cannot be more proud of her.Two weeks ago, Roan won her first Grammy for Best New Artist and performed...

Local community protests immigration in downtown Wichita Falls, Feb. 2.

Wichita Falls rallies against immigration crackdown

Jessica Binzari, News Editor February 17, 2025

Local demonstrators rallied against recent immigration laws on Sunday, Feb.2, in downtown Wichita Falls. President Donald Trump’s first weeks in office have brought several unexpected and sudden changes,...

Firsy year honor students present their ideas on how to improve MSU's different aspects of campus, Nov. 23.

Redwine Honors works to improve campus

Madisyn Butler, Reporter December 11, 2024

The Redwine Honors first-year creative inquiry class presented its campus improvement projects, showcasing ideas to improve MSU's campus.  Honors students in their first fall semester are required...

Students build lava lamps during finals frenzy, Dec 5.

Final Frenzy attendance falls short

Juliana Abril, Reporter December 11, 2024

Every semester, MSU's University Programming Board (UPB) organizes Finals Frenzy, a free event designed to help students unwind before the stress of finals week. Featuring a variety of activities,...

This year marks 20 years since the release of "The Polar Express." The movie is an adaptation of Chris Van Allsburg's 1985 children's book by the same name.

Flawed animation and a great cast | “The Polar Express” review

Logan Deatherage, Reporter December 11, 2024

Robert Zemeckis and William Broyles Jr's “The Polar Express” is a Christmas adventure film. The film is based on the 1985 children's book of the same name by Chris Van Allsburg. The film follows...

"Wicked" gets nominated for four golden globe's just weeks after it's worldwide release, Nov. 22.

Defying audience expectations | “Wicked” Review

Juliana Abril December 11, 2024

The long-awaited film adaptation of the iconic Broadway musical “Wicked” has exceeded audience expectations. From Jon M. Chu's direction to the outstanding performances by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana...

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