Opinion

Racist act. Administration fumble. Public outrage. Rinse. Repeat. The University of Mississippi is fractured. Any time a member of our community is publicly caught doing something racist — a tradition as old as our institution — there are two reactions:...

Well, it’s been fun. As a feature writer, I’m cringing — that’s certainly not my best lede, but it’s a truthful one. My tenure at The Daily Mississippian has been a lot of things. It’s been rewarding, challenging, confusing, painful...

It’s strange. The day I became editor-in-chief of The Daily Mississippian, I started thinking about this column. I thought about the song lyrics I’d like to quote, about the late-night newsroom jokes I’d share and about how I’d thank you...

Maybe you miss your family dog. Maybe you never had a dog at home, but you want a dog now. For whatever reason, you might start thinking that you should get a dog. A dog could keep you company, help...

Everyone knows the common refrain from students every May: “You’ll blink your eyes, and you’ll be a senior about to graduate,” and while it’s cliché, man, is it true. In just four short years, the Class of 2019 has made...

“I wish the DM would write more about professors’ research or students’ internships.” If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard a remark similar to this one, I probably wouldn’t have to check my bank account to make...

On Saturday, May 4, Oxford will host its fourth annual pride parade. The event brings hundreds of spectators and numerous community organizations from across the region to celebrate and support LGBTQ friends, family and peers. Pride events are vital to...

On April 22, Gov. Phil Bryant signed a bill into law that would provide a tax credit for donations to nonprofit foster care programs, known as the Children’s Promise Act. Under this new legislation, both individuals and businesses can receive...

As I sit here writing this, my 6-week-old son Manny lies on my lap. He has been really fussy the past few days because he’s recovering from an infection and doesn’t feel well. As all parents know, there is nothing...

The Hulu Original series “Ramy” premiered last week and has already grabbed a lot recognition and praise. This is deserving, considering it is a unique concept: a comedy series following the life of an American Muslim juggling his cultural and...