Emma Horton has seen what happens when healthcare feels out of reach. Emma Horton Working at a medical clinic in Starkville while completing her degree at Mississippi University for Women, Horton frequently meets patients who have avoided doctor visits for years. “Some people come in and haven’t…
Charles Weathersby did not study music as a child and never imagined he would become an award-winning composer. Charles Weathersby Growing up in Brookhaven, Weathersby did not receive instruction in piano, guitar or any other musical instrument. In fact, upon graduating from Enterprise Attendance Center, he planned to…
Mississippi University for Women announced Dr. Kristen Figgins, assistant professor of English, as the 2026 Faculty Member of the Year during spring commencement ceremonies held Friday, May 8. Executive Vice president of Academic Affairs Dr. Scott Tollison, MUW Alumni Association President Ashley Dean, Dr. Kristen Figgins, SGA President…
Mississippi University for Women recognized Lisa Griffin, assistant professor of nursing, as the recipient of the McLain Family Award for Extraordinary Faculty during spring commencement ceremonies held Friday, May 8. Lisa Griffin and Stephanie McLain Gale “Lisa is a dedicated, creative and vital component of our undergraduate nursing…
Life and experience have provided the greatest inspiration for Mallory Holley. Mallory Holley Holley has been a babysitter since she was 10. She currently maintains a client list of six families who are just a phone call away. Receiving speech services for nine years while growing up gave…
