The W was recently notified that it has been classified as an Opportunity College and University by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the American Council on Education in the category of higher access and higher earnings. Institutions that exceed the thresholds for higher access and…
Faculty & Staff Announcements
Mississippi University for Women will welcome juniors, seniors and transfer students for The PrevieW, Friday and Saturday, March 20-21. The goal of the event is to offer these students a chance to experience what life at The W is like for themselves, as well as meet many of the faculty…
The Culinary Arts Institute at Mississippi University for Women is launching a new luncheon series titled, “Savor The W,” a premier three-part dining experience debuting this April. Designed to highlight fresh flavors, great company and the rising talent of future chefs, the series showcases the mastery and leadership of senior…
Mississippi Delta Community College and Mississippi University for Women signed a memorandum of agreement Monday establishing a new 3+1+1 pathway for career-technical students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree. The W and MDCC signed a memorandum of agreement on Monday. The MOU creates a 3=1=1 pathway for career-technical students.
To celebrate more than 140 years of history, alumni and university representatives gathered on the steps of the Mississippi State Capitol. Before the gathering, President Nora Miller was surprised with House Resolution No. 99, presented by District 39 Rep. Dana McLean, which commends her for her distinguished service as president…
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.