Mississippi State: Let the Campus Cats Stay

It is hard to believe our Mississippi State University felines could face deportation from the campus they call home, especially in a society which often values animals as family. Not only are the campus cats adorable, but they have the potential to offer so much more with their presence.

Although deemed "feral," MSU's campus cats are quite friendly and often approach students. They seem happy, and their presence causes no harm to students or the campus, and the may even prompt long-term mental and other campus-wide benefits.

College campuses are a stressful environment. Between stressful, nearly impossible courses, to trying to navigate the tumultuous seas of a social life, not one college student can escape the snares of stress and anxiety. However, cats have the ability to ease some of this anxiety.

Thus Mississippi State should allow the cats to stay. Besides, community cats are excellent organic rodent control.