Academic Affairs

Categories: Academic Affairs, Faculty & Staff Announcements, News

Mississippi University for Women has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance educational opportunities for students with the East Columbus Homeschool Organization (ECHO). ECHO Board President Rachelle Slade, ECHO Founder Giovanna Smith and Interim University President Scott Tollison Interim University President Scott Tollison and ECHO Board President…

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Mississippi University for Women is ranked No. 14 in the south and No. 185 nationally, according to Washington Monthly’s 2026 Best Colleges for Your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars. Released Monday, Aug. 31, the ranking placed The W as the highest-ranked public or private university in Mississippi. “Washington Monthly’s…

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Mississippi University for Women has been recognized as one of America’s Best Colleges of 2026-27 by TIME. Interim President Scott Tollison said, “We are proud to be named the top university in Mississippi in the inaugural TIME Best Colleges rankings. This marks the third time in just over…

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The beginning of a new semester means new faces on campus. Several new faculty members, along with some returning, will join The W this fall, they include: Dr. Courtney Boatwright Dr. Courtney Boatwright is an instructor of graduate nursing. She earned both her Doctor of Nursing Practice and…

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A partnership between Mississippi University for Women and the City of Columbus will establish a Tuition Bank, which will provide educational opportunities to city employees. Mississippi University for Women Interim President Scott Tollison shakes hands with Columbus Mayor Stephen Jones after signing a memorandum of understanding at Fant Memorial…

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Academic Affairs

The W partners with ECHO to increase college access for local students

Washington Monthly places The W at the top of Mississippi

The W leads Mississippi universities in inaugural TIME America’s Best Colleges ranking

Welcome new faculty

Tuition Bank will offer educational opportunities for city employees

About The W