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Alumni Association hosts annual BLUE leadership panel focused on adapting through change

Categories: Alumni, Faculty & Staff Announcements, News

The Mississippi University for Women Alumni Association (MUWAA) will host its annual B.L.U.E. (Building Leadership Understanding and Education) professional development panel Thursday, Feb.19 at 6 p.m. in the Pope Banquet Room on the university campus. The program, “Pivot with a Purpose: Thriving Through Change and Challenge,” brings together students, faculty, alumni and community members…

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The W opens Holland Hollow Student-Athlete Center

Categories: Alumni, Athletics, Faculty & Staff Announcements, News

Mississippi University for Women Athletics officially celebrated the opening of the Holland Hollow Student-Athlete Center on Wednesday, Feb. 4. The center is a transformational 3,200-square-foot academic facility designed to elevate the student-athlete experience. Chair of MUW Foundation Deborah Hodges, Sandy Holland, Rebecca “Becky” Smith, President Nora Miller and Director of…

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Wilson named executive director for alumni and development

Categories: Alumni, News

Mississippi University for Women is pleased to announce alumna Elise Wilson has been named executive director for alumni and development. Wilson, who has served as interim since May 2025, brings a passion for student success and strong community connections to the university’s leadership team. “I am honored to serve…

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About The W

Located in historic Columbus, Mississippi, The W was founded in 1884 as the first state-supported college for women in the United States. Today, the university is home to 2,371 students in more than 70 majors and concentrations and has educated men for 40 years. The university is nationally recognized for low student debt, community and social mobility which empowers students to BE BOLD.

Be Bold.