By Bekah Ervin Contributor Rapper Kanye West appeared on the comedy television show Saturday Night Live on Sept. 29 wearing a Make American Great Again hat. He delivered a political rant as the credits rolled. According to People Magazine, West took the place of singer Ariana Grande who had to drop the performance. He announced…
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B.o.B. Confirmed for April Show at Millsaps
By Greyson Scudder News Editor After months of talks and contract negotiations, B.o.B. has confirmed his scheduled performance at Millsaps on Saturday, April 7, starting at 6:00 pm. This will be the first Millsaps-sponsored concert in nearly three years, although it was not an easy one to get: other performers were considered and then…
Millsaps Masala Hosts Diwali
By Courtney Cleveland Features Editor On Friday, Nov. 10, Millsaps Masala, an organization on campus that promotes South Asian culture through dance, music and religion, helped the campus celebrate Diwali. Several members of the community, students and families gathered to celebrate with food, music and dancing. From 5-6 p.m., Millsaps Masala served several types of Indian cuisines outside of the Recital Hall in the Academic-Complex. The actual performance…
Meet the Millsapian: Sara Sabbagh
By Courtney Cleveland Features Editor Sara Sabbagh is a sophomore political science and biology double major from Diamondhead, Miss. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies, laughing with her friends and painting. The Purple and White: What made you come to Millsaps? Sara Sabbagh: When I was scheduled for my first tour, Dr. (Nathan) Shrader asked to meet with me, and I had no idea who…
Concerts You Don’t Want To Miss: Upcoming Shows in Jackson
Jenna Gibson Opinions Editor With venues like Duling Hall and Thalia Mara Hall, Jackson makes for the perfect city for concerts. Throughout the year, Jackson hosts various musicians and performances ranging from local bands like The Weeks and Dream Cult to big names like Shawn Mendes and Florida Georgia Line, as well as up-and-coming bands like Rainbow Kitten…
Meet the Millsapian: Krystal Jackson
by Courtney Cleveland Features Editor Krystal Jackson is a senior music major with a studio art minor and a concentration in vocal performance. A native of Jackson, Miss., she enjoys hanging out with friends, reading, making art and designing clothes. She also enjoys going to museums, trying new foods and having dance parties. Krystal also has her own…
Music to Get You Through Finals
by Courtney Cleveland
“Here’s a playlist to accompany you through every phase you’ll probably have while studying:”
In Defense of Kesha
by Catherine Arjet
Beats On Repeat: Meghan Trainor, Maroon 5 and Karen O
by Catherine Arjet assistant arts & life editor Title EP—Meghan Trainor This summer, 20-year-old Meghan Trainor made waves with her single “All About that Bass,” a catchy pop song that encourages girls of all sizes (but especially bigger girls) to love their bodies. On Sept. 9, Trainor released an EP titled simply “Title.. Along with…