The Mississippi University for Women Alumni Association has chosen a president-elect and elected five board members for 2023. The newest class of board members are J’Markus DuBose (2014), Andrea Germany (2000), Clare Haefner (2003), Trey Harper (1998), Annie Oeth (1987) and Debra Sturgis-Stamps (1982). Jermarra “JJ” Jones-Price (2008) was selected…
The Mississippi University for Women Alumni Association (MUWAA) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2023 awards, which recognize exceptional achievements and contributions to the university and the community. The awards were presented during Mississippi University for Women’s Homecoming Convocation held April 1. Lesley Norwood Davis (’06), Dr. Kendall…
It’s easy to gush when you’re describing excellence. Dr. Connie Kossen (’64) presents Dr. Ross Whitwam with the Kossen Faculty Excellence Award during the university’s Spring Commencement Ceremony. But it’s difficult for Dr. Bonnie Oppenheimer to be succinct when she is asked to highlight the accomplishments of Dr. Ross Whitwam.
The legacy of Dr. Karen Nabors, a cherished and devoted faculty member, lives on as she was posthumously awarded the McLain Family Award for Extraordinary Faculty. The prestigious accolade recognized Dr. Nabors’ passion and commitment to teaching, scholarly achievement and service. The Nabors family received the McLain Award during the…
Mississippi University for Women announced that it has exceeded its historic $25 million fundraising campaign goal. The announcement was made this evening during the university’s Magnolia Mingle, one of the many events planned for this weekend’s Homecoming celebration. The ambitious “Be the Light” campaign has led to new scholarships, cutting-edge…
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 2,227 students in more than 70 majors and concentrations and has educated men for 40 years. The university is nationally recognized for low student debt, diversity and social mobility which empowers students to BE BOLD.
Be Bold. Tower with Blue.
