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The W receives $140k grant to support future Mississippi teachers

Categories: Education, Faculty & Staff Announcements, News

Mississippi University for Women has received a $140,000 grant from the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) through its Mississippi Teacher Residency (MTR) program, covering tuition, books and fees for 10 teacher candidates. “This grant directly advances the School of Education’s mission to prepare highly effective, reflective and service-oriented educators who…

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The W expands education offerings with licensure-focused early childhood program

Categories: Education, Faculty & Staff Announcements, News

Mississippi University for Women will launch a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education in fall 2025, designed to prepare students for licensure as pre-K educators. “The shift from a non-licensure model to a licensure-track program directly addresses Mississippi’s urgent need for early childhood educators,” said Dr. Martin Hatton, dean…

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State board approves The W’s new program aimed at filling Mississippi classrooms

Categories: Education, Faculty & Staff Announcements, News

Designed to address Mississippi’s teacher vacancies, Mississippi University for Women will offer a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Elementary Education in fall 2025.“We’re proud to offer a program that not only strengthens our state’s teacher workforce but also empowers individuals to make meaningful contributions to Mississippi classrooms,” said…

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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 2,193 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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