Tuesday, May 31, 2016

The M Report Presents: Spoken Word - A Visual Series



Words are powerful.

Welcome to the first installation of a new project at The M Report called 'Spoken Word: A Visual Series.'

We decided to use it as a tool to share favorite written pieces that were self-authored or borrowed from other artists.



Be sure to check out future installations here on the site or on Soundcloud: The M Report x Soundcloud, and our YouTube channel: The M Report x YouTube.

Click 'Read More' Below to hear the full audio!



Monday, May 9, 2016

Remembering the life of Michael Mesa #forMike


Houston - Family and friends from Stafford High School's class of 2008, fraternity brothers from Sigma Lambda Beta and sorority sisters from Sigma Lambda Gamma gathered to share positive memories about their beloved friend Michael Mesa.



Click 'Read More' below to see more pictures from the event.




Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Getting Drunk off 'Lemonade' - an editorial on Beyonce's new visual album

"Lemonade" is a visual album by BeyoncĂ© leaving a variety of flavors on those willing to take a sip of her intoxicating music, taking them on a journey through art and spoken narrative intertwined with drops of jarring lyrics.

By Missy Enaje

Do you remember your high school english literature class where you had to dissect portions of classic novels? When your teacher would wait patiently for someone to break down the symbolism behind Charles Dickens' 'it was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness...". Well my friend, breaking down the narrative within "Lemonade" is along the same lines: the meaning lies in the eye of the beholder.

First and foremost, let me tell you what this article is not: an over extensive gossip-infused 'he said, she said,' so if you're looking for that, please search #jayz on social media and have fun.

That being said, let's start with peeling the outside layer. 

Click 'Read More' below for the full story 

Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Kobe Bryant Tribute Video - 4.13.16

Arguably one of the greatest to ever step foot on a basketball court, Kobe Bryant will hang up his jersey for good as his retirement day has finally arrived.

Thus, my farewell tribute video is below.


Monday, March 7, 2016

Five takeaways from The Social Networking Experiment

 New York - What kind of impact could social 'influencers' make by spreading an idea without the help of social media?

The M Report wanted to find out if word-of-mouth event marketing still holds true in a tech and social media savage culture.

The results were in.


Click 'Read More' below for the full story and event recap photos

Thursday, March 3, 2016

Every goal starts with one step: Missy's reflection on her latest 5K run

Houston- In late February, I completed my latest race, a 5K or 3.5 mile run, for catholic school education tuition assistance.

While it was a memorable experience because of the record amount of money fundraised by the students, parents and school administrators, I had a miracle happen to me at the end as well.

Click 'Read More' for the rest of the story


Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Celebrating Women's History Month #MreportsWomenHistoryMonth

Filipino women in Spanish-influenced attire


In celebration of women's history month, we will be sharing the stories of women of color and their many contributions to their communities.

The women who will be featured in the project will be chronicled on different social media platforms, including on here. Be sure to follow along and read their stories by searching #MreportsWomenHistoryMonth. 

If you or someone you know would like to be featured, check out the 'Contact' tab and let us know!

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