When I sit back and reflect on 2020, I feel relieved that we’re starting a new year. The impact of the pandemic has spread far at Millsaps, affecting the music department, Greek life, and even the Purple & White itself. However, I am excited to share the goals and New Year’s resolutions from faculty at…
Author: Gigi Halpern
From Decorating Cattle to Making Homemade Ornaments: Members of the Millsaps Community Reveal How Christmas is Celebrated Across Different Cultures
Even though this year has been ridden with intolerance and division, my family has been able to celebrate. I was raised Catholic but am part Jewish by blood. Some people celebrate Christmas religiously and others don’t. While some people celebrate Christmas religiously, most people of Jewish descent choose not to celebrate Christmas because they do not want…
An Alumna’s Success in Filmmaking and Breaking Barriers
Imagine, for a moment, a well-known senator walking on campus grounds at your college. In 1966, students at the University of Mississippi experienced a real visit from senator, Robert F. Kennedy, who visited their campus grounds. On March 18th, a plan was formed by a small group of undergrad and law students that caused Robert…