The time for objectivity and neutrality is over in this case, because being a journalist also means being a voice and providing a platform for those who can’t speak, for the oppressed, for those who need their voices heard and their stories told. Being a journalist and person of color means all of that tenfold.
"All this excitement you feel is just as justified as the concerns and questions you have for returning to campus this fall as the pandemic continues on with no concrete solution."
As a low-income, African American student, life didn’t stop, and it definitely couldn’t be contained to the four walls of my home.
Reflecting on a year of dreams fulfilled, and delayed.
This is our new normal. Until further notice.
"It wasn’t like a flu or a cold where her symptoms would ease at certain times of the day. It was a constant feeling of defeat, pain and weakness and no matter what murmur she left me with, it always meant those feelings."
The State News endorses Wanda Blanchett as MSU's next provost.
If you start to catch feelings for someone right now, be prepared.
"Age does not grant anyone immunity to this disease. It’s a virus that doesn’t care who you are or what you do, but one that demands you care about it."
The coronavirus pandemic has flipped the world on its head, and graduating seniors are already feeling its impact.
Going out-of-state comes with its fair share of pros and cons. In the end, I am so glad I did — MSU has become my home, and I wouldn’t want it any other way.
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In the past two weeks, the ability for people around the world to interact with their communities has been severely limited. For some, Animal Crossing: New Horizons has helped fill that void for the time being.
"We at The State News want to thank these heroes, and encourage our audience to support them as much as possible."
When I heard about the $2 trillion stimulus package, I felt a small wave of relief. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I am no longer able to work one of my jobs. Unfortunately, it was all too good to be true for college students.
"Those not infected with COVID-19 are still vulnerable to the repercussions of isolation and loss of a daily routine. Now is an opportunity to widen the microscope and see the entire problem."
What questions or concerns do you have about coronavirus and its impact on the MSU community?
"MSU needs to organize a fund to continue paying university staff and student employees who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19."
"I will remember the long speech from my general manager filled with an abundance of messages like, 'I’m sorry, everyone,' and, 'We will get through this, I promise.' But in all honesty, that didn’t mean anything to me, because words are not what are going to solve my — or anyone else’s — real problems."