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The W honors early childhood educators at 2026 CHEER Conference

Categories: Education, Faculty & Staff Announcements, News

Mississippi University for Women, through the Center for Education Support (CES), recognized outstanding early childhood professionals at the 2026 CHEER Conference, held Saturday, April 18. Open Arms Christian Learning Center Owner Angelia Collins, Executive Vice president of Academic Affairs Dr. Scott Tollison, University President Miller, Tori Barrett, Open Arms Christian…

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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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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.

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