The annual, free summer science camp, hosted by Mississippi University for Women’s Department of Sciences and Mathematics, will return for another year, July 13-16 in Parkinson Hall on The W’s campus. Dr. Michael Dodson speaks with a group of campers during a previous science camp. “The Department is…
Damiyana “Diamond” Wallace, a graduating senior at Mississippi University for Women, is much like a typical art student. She goes to class, studies for her tests, converses with her friends and creates works in her chosen mediums: photography and printmaking. One thing sets Wallace apart: she is legally blind.
Charles Weathersby did not study music as a child and never imagined he would become an award-winning composer. Charles Weathersby Growing up in Brookhaven, Weathersby did not receive instruction in piano, guitar or any other musical instrument. In fact, upon graduating from Enterprise Attendance Center, he planned to…
Mississippi University for Women announced Dr. Kristen Figgins, assistant professor of English, as the 2026 Faculty Member of the Year during spring commencement ceremonies held Friday, May 8. Executive Vice president of Academic Affairs Dr. Scott Tollison, MUW Alumni Association President Ashley Dean, Dr. Kristen Figgins, SGA President…
Mississippi University for Women has awarded theatre professor David Carter the title of professor emeritus of theatre. With a career in higher education spanning 25 years, Carter is recognized for his contributions to theatre both at The W and beyond. Dr. Scott Tollison presents David Carter with a certificate…
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.
