Mississippi University for Women and DeSoto County Schools (DCS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to create eight career pathway programs, expanding affordable career exploration opportunities for high school students. Mississippi University for Women President Nora Miller (left) and DeSoto County Schools Superintendent Cory Uselton sign MOU on Monday,…
Faculty & Staff Announcements
Mississippi University for Women will celebrate its fall graduates with Commencement ceremonies Friday, Dec. 12 at 11 a.m. in Rent Auditorium, Whitfield Hall, on The W’s campus. Graduates celebrate after the 2025 summer commencement ceremony at The W. The ceremony will feature students graduating from the College of Arts and…
On April 8, 2024, the Department of Justice published a new rule on digital accessibility under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), directly impacting public higher education institutions. This rule requires that most of the university’s digital content be accessible. For more information about the new ruling visit: Fact…
The annual Columbus Christmas Parade will take place Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m., after being moved from Monday, Dec. 1 due to the threat of inclement weather. The W will once again have a float in the parade, which employees have poured countless hours into over the last several…
Staff of Mississippi University for Women, Sodexo and Barnes & Noble are invited to the annual Staff Recognition Luncheon and Meeting Wednesday, Dec. 17 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in Pope Banquet Room in Hogarth. Hosted by President Nora Miller and The W’s Staff Council, the event celebrates the staff of…
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.