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Luke Bowles

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor

Luke Bowles is a senior from Waynesboro, MS. He is a member of the cross country and tennis teams, and co-founded the first track team in MSMS history. After he graduates from MSMS in 2021, Bowles plans to pursue a degree in philosophy and international relations.

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Currently, job and public college applicants must check a box if they've been convicted of a felony.

Bowles: Mississippi needs to ‘Ban the Box’ 

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
May 5, 2021
Views from the Vision - A Discussion on Gun Control

Views from the Vision – A Discussion on Gun Control

Elisabeth Seage, Vineeth Vanga, Luke Bowles, and Jillian Snodgrass
April 28, 2021
Recent laws passed in Georgia make it illegal to give food and water to voters waiting in line, among other stipulations.

Bowles: MLB makes the right call by moving All-Star Game from Georgia

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
April 7, 2021
"The Midnight Gospel" is Netflix's newest animated series created by the creators of the popular show, "Adventure Time."

‘The Midnight Gospel’: unique, beautiful, and utterly thought-provoking

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
April 2, 2021
The boys' team advanced to the playoffs for the first time since 2013.

Waves fall short in playoff match vs Amory

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
January 28, 2021
One of Mississippi's senators, Cindy Hyde-Smith, voted against Joe Biden's victory. She was one of six senators to do so.

Bowles: Mississippi legislators have failed us

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
January 20, 2021
Dr. Philip Benge was announced as this year's MSMS Teacher of the Year after previously being nominated last year.

MSMS announces Teacher of the Year

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
January 11, 2021
pro in-state college

Bowles: Why MSMS students should stay in-state for college

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
December 9, 2020
Students were originally expected to return to campus Sunday, Dec. 6.

Return to campus called off

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
December 3, 2020
After President Trump criticized mail-in voting during this election, Tate Reeves (left) showed his support by tweeting he would never allow early voting in Mississippi while he is Governor.

Bowles: Reeves’ tweets an attack on democracy  

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
November 18, 2020
Junior Destiny Van challenges a Winona Tigers forward in an attempt to gain possession of the ball.

Blue Waves shut out Winona

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
November 18, 2020
Michael Lu (second from right) and Aaron Wan (far right) were both recognized as Academic All-Americans by the National Speech and Debate Association.

Two MSMS students recognized nationally for debate

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
November 5, 2020
Here's The Vision's guide on all the candidates in this upcoming election. Get ready to cast your vote by Nov. 3!

2020 Voter Guide for Mississippians

Gracie Rowland and Luke Bowles
October 26, 2020
Juniors have not gotten the chance to experience MSMS in-person.

Juniors share excitement, concerns about return to campus

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
October 13, 2020
Mississippi has one of the highest Black populations in the country but no Black state-wide officials.

Bowles: Mississippi’s racist political legacy and how we can change it

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
October 7, 2020
Despite being momentarily cancelled at MSMS, the swim team had their first meet on Monday, Sept. 22.

Lady Waves qualify at first meet

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
September 28, 2020
Mental Health and Quarantine

Students struggling, yet remaining hopeful during virtual learning

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
September 23, 2020
In this special edition of Views from the Vision, seniors Niyah Lockett and Luke Bowles discuss the RNC and DNC, what they wish they saw and the current political climate.

Views from the Vision – Thoughts on the RNC and DNC

Elisabeth Seage, Niyah Lockett, and Luke Bowles
September 7, 2020
After a two-year investigation, the US Justice Department claimed Yale University illegally discriminates against white and Asian Americans. This decision has highlighted differing opinions among MSMS seniors applying to college.

MSMS seniors split on affirmative action

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
September 3, 2020
Biden announced Harris as his running mate on Aug. 11. Both ran against each other for president this year.

Bowles: Biden, Kamala a two-headed monster

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
August 17, 2020
new staff

Fondren, Palagi added to MSMS staff

Luke Bowles, Managing Editor
August 17, 2020
Bowles studies for his Chinese final exam through the University of Mississippi.

[Photo] How MSMS students spent their COVID-19 summer

Karlene Deng, Photography Editor
August 10, 2020
The cover of the MSMS Science Journal: Waves of Science includes the project of senior Vayd Ramkumar.

Research students set to release inaugural science journal 

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
May 23, 2020
Virtual Prom

Students, res-life post the night away for #MSMSQuarantineProm

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
May 7, 2020
The USWNT celebrates after their first place finish in the 2012 Olympic Qualifiers.

Bowles: Sorry USWNT, but this is your fault 

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
May 7, 2020
Kodaline performing two years after their first album release, "In a Perfect World."

Kodaline’s new hit–‘Sometimes’ we all struggle 

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
April 30, 2020
Church

Bowles: Diseases didn’t exist in 1787

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
April 16, 2020
"Money Heist"

Is ‘Money Heist’ on its way to mediocrity?

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
April 10, 2020
The EARN IT Act states that technology companies have to earn Section 230 protections rather than being granted immunity by default, as the Communications Decency Act has provided for over two decades.

Bowles: EARN IT Act is coming for your privacy rights

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
April 2, 2020
Senator Catherine Boltz proposes an amendment.

Senate update for March

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
April 2, 2020
Some students met up at Mississippi's Gulf Coast Region for the break.

[Photo] 20 ways Blue Waves spent Spring Break ‘20

Elisabeth Seage, Staff Writer
March 26, 2020
LA/MS MAA Math Comp.

MSMS places second at collegiate math tournament

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
March 5, 2020
An image of the Tulsa Race Riot that killed over 300 people despite never being taught before in Oklahoma schools.

Bowles: Oklahoma, Texas reveal nationwide problem with racial bias 

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
February 27, 2020
Juniors Luke Bowles, Henry Sanders, and Tejus Kotikalapudi talk about which city in Mississippi is the best and who they think will play on MSMS's new basketball team. They also find out whose mom loves them the most with a game.

The Views from The Vision: Mississippi Talk

Alden Wiygul, Luke Bowles, Tejus Kotikalapudi, and Henry Sanders
February 21, 2020
Alumnus Ezra Williams attempts to cross Frazer Hall Residential Assistant.

Students, RAs explore interest in bringing basketball back to campus

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
February 13, 2020
"The Mandalorian" is the first live action series of the Star Wars franchise.

That baby Yoda show? It’s majorly overhyped

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
February 13, 2020
Senator Cecile Roberts expresses her concern for ambiguity on a bill.

Senate update for January

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
January 30, 2020
These are the kinds of photos media outlets were using to push their false narratives. Very few outlets included pictures of the diversity at the rally.

Bowles: The Richmond gun rally proves liberal media has clear agenda

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
January 23, 2020
The last Star Wars movie wasn’t just bad. It was horrible.

 ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ was a fall

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
January 16, 2020
ICE has become unbelievably cruel, and for me, this scheme crossed the line.

Bowles: ICE cruelty knows no limit

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
Senator Boatner Calhoun discusses the proposed bill on dress code.

Senate update for November

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
December 5, 2019
Many people took to the streets of Minneapolis in 2013 to protest against drone warfare in Pakistan.

Bowles: Are US drone strikes the solution to terrorism or simply mass murder?

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
November 14, 2019
The Views from The Vision episode 5 with Tejus Kotikalapudi, Henry Sanders, Luke Bowles, and Chandler Bryant.

The Views from The Vision: Popeyes v. Chick-fil-A v. college athletes

Alden Wiygul, Luke Bowles, Tejus Kotikalapudi, Chandler Bryant, and Henry Sanders
November 14, 2019
Senior Aiden Leise (pictured here in an SGA Senate meeting) represented MSMS in the statewide "Poetry Out Loud" contest.

Senate update for October

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
October 31, 2019
Samantha Broussard competes in the 100 meter butterfly at finals, vying for first place.

Broussard, Cooke advance to state swim meet

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
October 24, 2019
Senator Bertha Mireles discusses Senator Aiden Leise's bill on prescription medication.

Senate update for September

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
October 3, 2019
Senators vote on whether or not they agree with the proposed bill.

Tardiness, work service bills sent to administration

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
September 26, 2019
Coach Scott is the Student Activities Coordinator and has worked at MSMS for 15 years.

Veleria Scott reflects on past of MSMS basketball

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
September 26, 2019
Samantha Broussard competed in the butterfly and backstroke and placed ninth in backstroke.

Waves battle harsh weather in Oxford

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
September 19, 2019
Senator Boatner Calhoun discusses the proposed bill on dress code.

Senate passes first bill, announces new Goen senators

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
September 19, 2019
Addiction is a disease, not a prison cell, and people need help to treat it.

Bowles: The US needs to decriminalize all drugs

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
September 12, 2019
Senators read and discuss revisions made to the bill in question.

Senate welcomes new faces, hosts first meeting

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
September 5, 2019
There was a large outcome for the wellness seminar.

Tsang and Tyler host ‘Organize Success!’ wellness seminar

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
August 29, 2019
The most recent Mississippi license plate designs incorporates the state seal, which states, "In God We Trust."

Bowles: In God We Trust?

Luke Bowles, Staff Writer
August 22, 2019
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