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The School of Education (SOE) at Mississippi University for Women recently celebrated student achievement, mentorship and educator preparation during its annual Spring Awards Day event. Anna House, Alex Acosta, Miracle Washington, Kyla Stroud The celebration recognized outstanding teacher candidates and graduate students across multiple programs while also honoring…

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…

Categories: Education, Faculty & Staff Announcements, News

Graduates of the School of Education at Mississippi University for Women achieved a 100% pass rate on two professional certification exams required for teacher licensure, underscoring the program’s success in preparing classroom-ready educators. The student cohort recorded a 100% pass rate on the Foundations of Reading and…

Categories: Education, Faculty & Staff Announcements, News

When childcare is not available, parents cannot go to work. Early childhood educators make it possible for families to participate in the workforce. The Columbus-Lowndes County community will recognize those educators during the fifth annual Celebrating and Highlighting Early Education Respect (CHEER) Conference at Mississippi University for Women…

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…

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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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The W School of Education celebrates student achievement at Spring Awards Day

The W honors early childhood educators at 2026 CHEER Conference

The W’s education program reports strong exam results, job placement outcomes

Annual CHEER conference to honor local early educators

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

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