The Famous Maroon Band peps up the crowd with a stirring rendition of "Hail Dear Old State," Mississippi State's fight song, at The Drill held on the historic Drill Field. The Drill is the university's annual pep rally to welcome new and returning students to campus and raise excitement about the upcoming athletic seasons. Visit facebook.com/msstate to see more pictures. Dawg Daze activities continue through Aug. 28 with Cowbell Yell, where all students are welcome to come learn about the current and new traditions planned for this football season, set to kick off Aug. 30 at 6:30 p.m.