Mississippi University for Women has named Buddy Foster as interim director of athletics and campus recreation, effective Friday, Sept. 29. Foster was the Owls’ assistant director of athletics since 2022. “This is an exciting time for Owls Athletics as we have earned full membership in the NCAA Division III and in…

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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The July 4 holiday is traditionally a cause to celebrate independence. But for the Mississippi University for Women, our nation’s upcoming birthday remembrance will actually coincide with its intercollegiate athletics program – happily – losing its “independence”. That is because in a letter dated June 28, 2023…

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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 2,227 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.