News from The W

The beginning of a new semester means new faces on campus. Several new faculty members, along with some returning, will join The W this fall, they include: Dr. Courtney Boatwright Dr. Courtney Boatwright is an instructor of graduate nursing. She earned both her Doctor of Nursing Practice and…

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Mississippi University for Women will start the academic year with a week full of activities for students, beginning Saturday, Aug. 15. Student enjoy the foam party during Blues Week 2025. Sponsored by the Office of Student Life, Blues Week is an annual event that welcomes new and returning…

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Mississippi University for Women’s Community Read committee has announced Percival Everett’s Pulitzer Prize- and National Book Award-winning novel “James,” as the 2026-27 community read selection. “I can’t think of a better title to discuss the same year of the 250th anniversary of America’s founding,” said Hillary Richardson, dean…

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A partnership between Mississippi University for Women and the City of Columbus will establish a Tuition Bank, which will provide educational opportunities to city employees. Mississippi University for Women Interim President Scott Tollison shakes hands with Columbus Mayor Stephen Jones after signing a memorandum of understanding at Fant Memorial…

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Mississippi University for Women’s public health programs, part of the Department of Health and Kinesiology, will host the Healthy Beginnings Fair Thursday, Aug. 6, from 4-6 p.m. in the Pohl Gymnasium lobby. The community event will bring together families, health professionals and organizations to share resources that promote healthy…

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