Mississippi University for Women’s Dr. Julia Mortyakova has been recognized for her contributions to music education, specifically piano, by Steinway & Sons, a world-renowned piano manufacturer. Dr. Julia Mortyakova “The Steinway Top Teacher Award is a prestigious formal recognition by Steinway & Sons that commends outstanding instruction and leadership in…

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Two Mississippi University for Women students advanced to the semifinal and final round at the Mississippi chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) annual conference and Student Auditions finals Feb. 23-34. The conference took place at University of Mississippi in Oxford where more than 70 students from…

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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 2,227 students in more than 70 majors and concentrations and has educated men for 40 years. The university is nationally recognized for low student debt, diversity and social mobility which empowers students to BE BOLD.

Be Bold. Tower with Blue.