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Patricia Caston assumes role of director of sponsored and collaborative projects

Monday, November 06, 2023

Mississippi University for Women has named Patricia Caston as director of sponsored and collaborative projects at Mississippi University for Women. In this position, Caston will work with faculty, staff and administration to develop grant proposals, coordinate grant-funded programs for agencies, institutions, local government and collaborate with external agencies to identify…

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W treasures bring 2023 Long Blue Line Auction bids

Monday, November 06, 2023

A vintage cup and saucer from Shattuck Hall, a blue silk MUW scarf, a vacation stay in Fairhope, Alabama, and plenty of items inspired by owls and gingko leaves – those are just a few of the items that were up for bid in the 11th annual Long Blue Line…

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Despite enrollment decline W leads the state in degree completion

Thursday, November 02, 2023

Once again, Mississippi University for Women is the state leader in degree completion. And while overall headcount was down, enrollment of first-time freshmen has increased. For fall 2023, the university enrolled 2,227 students, accounting for a 4.8% drop in unduplicated enrollment. First-time freshmen increased by 27%.  “Within the overall decrease…

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Chief master sergeant to speak at The W’s Veterans Day program

Wednesday, November 01, 2023

Chief Master Sergeant Lisa M. Pickett, senior enlisted leader of the 14th Medical Group at Columbus Air Force Base, will keynote Mississippi University for Women’s Veterans Day program Friday, Nov. 10 at 10 a.m. Chief Master Sergeant Lisa M. Pickett The program, which will be held at Pioneers Plaza (next…

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The W celebrates 50 years of nursing

Wednesday, November 01, 2023

The College of Nursing and Health Sciences at Mississippi University for Women will celebrate 50 years of nursing Friday, Nov. 10. Beginning at 3 p.m., the college will offer tours of Martin Hall, simulation demonstrations and viewings of historic videos and photos. An alumni cocktail party will follow the building…

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