The Mississippi Research Alliance (MRA) has awarded Dr. Ghanshyam Heda, professor of biology and founder of the Heda Lab, a $75,000 grant to support further research on cystic fibrosis (CF) and expand undergraduate research opportunities. Dr. Ghanshyam Heda “Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease that is common among Caucasians of…
Following a 30-year career in higher education, Mississippi University for Women President Nora R. Miller has announced her plan to retire, effective June 30, 2026. Miller shared her decision following careful reflection and long-term planning, emphasizing her commitment to continuity and a smooth leadership transition for the university. She will…
The Town & Tower Club presented annual awards for outstanding service at its holiday luncheon held on Thursday. This year’s recipients were Dr. Clear Moore, Student Success Center director at Mississippi University for Women (Campus Service Award); Trip Hairston, president of the Lowndes County Board of Supervisors (Community Service Award),…
Dr. Melissa Smith, professor of communication, Gibbons Chair of Journalism and director of the Kossen Center for Teaching and Learning at Mississippi University for Women, added a fourth book to her publication history with the release of “Political Marketing on Social and Mobile Media: Remaking the Paradigm?” earlier in the…
Mississippi University for Women has awarded Dr. Bonnie Oppenheimer the title of professor emeritus of mathematics. Oppenheimer boasts a career in education spanning nearly 40 years. Dr. Scott Tollison, provost and executive vice president for academic affairs and Dr. Bonnie Oppenheimer “Dr. Oppenheimer’s impact on not only the Department of…
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.
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