Freshman year is a roller coaster ride of twists, turns and turbulence. As you navigate this new chapter in your life, it is important to implement some habits and structures to help you succeed in the world of college. Here are five life mottos that I live by to help me stay focused and on […]

For many students, college is the first time that they are able to explore their identities and passions without the influence of their parents. Brimming with the desire to express themselves, many University of Mississippi students have turned to fashion as an outlet to express their individuality and discover who they really are. To some […]

Jalapeño cornbread, collard greens and butter beans just like your mom made them: These are the key ingredients that have made Ajax a key player of the Oxford food scene for over a quarter of a century. While Oxonians love the timelessness of the diner’s menu, a recent development is making history as the first […]

Beyoncé’s new album, “COWBOY CARTER,” was released on Friday, March 29, to kick off the Easter weekend, which is nothing short of a happy coincidence. Beyoncé’s country album took five years to come to fruition. The creation of this album stemmed from an instance in which Beyoncé did not feel accepted within the country music […]

Lights, camera, action! Every year, innovative filmmakers from all over the world celebrate their cinematic creations at the Oxford Film Festival. The event took place at various locations around Oxford, including the Gertrude C. Ford Center and the Powerhouse, but mostly at Malco Cinema Grill. The festival, which was held from March 21-24 this year, […]

From the moment that African people first touched American soil, their hair was criticized for its non-adherence to western beauty standards. The expression of Black hair has been socially and systemically suppressed by several institutions, such as the United States Army. Thus, Black hair stands as a cultural symbol of resistance and unwavering love and […]

In honor of the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., the University of Mississippi’s Center for Community Engagement hosted their annual MLK Day of Service on Feb. 17. A crowd of Oxonians, as well as UM students, united to share their passion and care for the Oxford community.  Though the day commenced and concluded at […]

Feminist activist group Be Her Hero, established in 2023 by University of Mississippi students, is finding creative ways to support the community through spreading awareness about women’s issues and domestic violence. Co-Presidents Grace Hazelhoff, a senior law studies major, and Maddie Whitt, a senior public policy leadership major, founded Be Her Hero in February 2023. […]

The new year brings new opportunities for growth, experience and happiness. Let’s start off 2024 right with 11 jams certified to keep you on your feet, motivated and ready to celebrate you all year long.  “Eventually” by Tame Impala The intense, body-gyrating beat drops paired with the revelational lyrics in “Eventually” made this song the […]

From clubs to cafes, Ketrail Bellamy — known as KAE — stands as an upcoming force in the Oxford rap scene, paving the way for other local unconventional rap artists to connect with their community through individuality and develop a unique style.    An Independence, Miss. native, Bellamy’s interest in music arose at 13 and then […]