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The cast of 'Young Frankenstein' preforming the second act.

Comedic musical ‘Young Frankenstein’ brings monsters to life

MacKenzie Rogers, Lifestyle Editor January 16, 2025

A monstrous family tradition rocks Lovett Auditorium’s stage from Jan. 17 to 19 with Campus Lights' production of “Young Frankenstein.”  Campus...

Racer Band students march during Homecoming, showcasing a glimpse into the busy schedules of students in the music department.

Keeping up with the musicians; season recap

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

It’s been a busy semester for students in the music department, and it can be hard to keep up with everything they do. Here’s a recap of some of the...

Student-professor duo gets accepted into Purdue University's academic journal.

Student-teacher duo published in Purdue journal

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

The academic writing of a Murray State student and his professor has been accepted into Purdue University’s academic journal “Modern Fiction Studies.” Aaron...

Winter Crossword Solution

Winter Crossword Solution

MacKenzie Rogers, Lifestyle Editor December 5, 2024

Snow Winter brings me when it is cold enough Ice Watch where you step, or you'll slip Salt I'm purple and scattered all over the ground Coffee Drink...

Students enrolled in ART 111 collaborate to create a cluster of installations on three floors in the Price Doyle Fine Arts building.

Fine Arts paper installation highlights studio practice course

Avery Poston, Contributing Writer November 27, 2024

Art students on campus bring life to the Fine Arts Center through elaborate paper-cut works inspired by a well-loved short story within the department. Over...

Research essay selected by Purdue University's academic journal to give overview on the essay two years in the making.

Student teacher duo present on academic essay

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer November 18, 2024

Just about everyone in academia has read, referenced or endlessly pored over niche articles in academic journals, but how many people can say they’ve...

Sudoku solution

MacKenzie Rogers, Lifestyle Editor November 14, 2024

New Orleans: The party city through unfiltered eyes

MacKenzie Rogers, Lifestyle Editor November 14, 2024

There were many firsts with my trip to New Orleans, Louisiana for a journalism conference. I have, like many, ventured into bigger cities before, like...

Hunter keeps her Choctaw heritage alive by remembering the culture and history of the Choctaw tribe.  Photo courtesy of Bri Hunter.

Choctaw culture: A history of perseverance

Bri Hunter, Editor in Chief November 14, 2024

Tradition keeps cultures alive. Languages keep cultures alive too. The Native American culture has been long preserved through museums, pow-wows, advocacy...

Solution to the Thanksgiving crossword found in the most recent publication.

Thanksgiving crossword solution

MacKenzie Rogers, Lifestyle Editor November 14, 2024

Across 1. Cover me with pineapples and brown sugar 3. A bowl of greens to start the night 5. A mixture of foods baked; made from everything 6. A...

To celebrate International Game Month, Waterfield Library hosted a week of diverse games for students to enjoy.

Waterfield celebrates international games

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer November 14, 2024

Waterfield Library kicked off International Games Month with a week of diverse games and collaborations with campus organizations. International Games...

A new organization has popped up in Mason Hall, the Crochet and Knitting Club.

Needlework club brings together crafters

MacKenzie Rogers, Lifestyle Editor October 31, 2024

Finding an outlet to relax and de-stress from the pace of college life takes time for many, but for some, the destresser is only a stitch away.  Knitting...

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