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Illustration by Alexandria Moore.

Seniors honored by social media posts, but not helped

Lillie Busch and Lillie Busch | May 5, 2020
A well-intended movement gathered across social media to comfort high school and college seniors that missed their “victory lap” on campus.
Illustration by Lillie Busch.

Fear mongering is more contagious than virus

Lillie Busch and Lillie Busch | April 24, 2020
In the current pandemic, it is now more difficult than ever to not succumb to fear and paranoia.
Illustration by Marissa Haas.

The Strokes’ new album reflects unsure identity

Lillie Busch and Lillie Busch | April 15, 2020
"The New Abnormal” is The Strokes’ first album in seven years. An ode to ‘80s artists, the album sounds like a hand labeled, Billy Idol mixtape you would discover in your parents’ attic. 
Photo courtesy of Keltoum Rowland.

Study abroad group returns early with mixed emotions

Lillie Busch and Lillie Busch | March 18, 2020
At Southern Miss, alongside summer study abroad postponements, the spring semester Château Program has ended abruptly.
Tony Stewart leads a qualifying heat at the Hattiesburg Speedway.
Photo by Brian Winters

Speedway family discusses legacy

Lillie Busch and Lillie Busch | March 3, 2020
The culture of Southern racing is entrenched in the trifecta of American patriotism: the flag, the national anthem and the pledge. Most of all, however, racing emphasizes family and community. The Hattiesburg speedway, run by the Parker family, is no different.
Illustration by Alexandria Moore

Southern Miss reacts to chorale return, coronavirus fear

Lillie Busch and Lillie Busch | March 3, 2020
Days after Southern Miss Chorale returned from South Korea, USM issued traveled restrictions for all university faculty, staff and students.
African American Military History Museum honors Iola Williams

African American Military History Museum honors Iola Williams

Lillie Busch and Lillie Busch | February 5, 2020
On Jan. 30, the African American Military History Museum kicked off Black History Month by introducing its new event series and honoring the late Iola Williams.
Garrett Stone discusses his film and senior project over coffee.
Photo by Brian Winters

Student filmmaker talks post-production process

Lillie Busch and Lillie Busch | January 21, 2020
The psychological thriller, aptly titled “The Archangel,” is to be the peak of Garrett Stone’s filmmaking education.
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