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The W awards inaugural First-Generation Ambassador Scholarships

Categories: Academic Affairs, News, Student Affairs

Mississippi University for Women has awarded five freshman students to be the recipients of its inaugural First-Generation Ambassador Scholarship. Camryn Colter, Miracle Washington and Daniel Holmes “The First-Generation Ambassador Scholarship is for those first-generation, freshmen students who meet academic requirements and would like to support their fellow first-generation classmates by…

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The W celebrates First-Gen Week

Categories: Academic Affairs, News, Student Affairs

Mississippi University for Women is gearing up to celebrate first generation students during First-Gen Week, Nov. 4-8. A first-gen student is a student whose parents or guardian did not complete a bachelor’s degree. “The celebration of National First-Gen Day commemorates the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965 which…

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`Cultural Intersections’ event to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and first-generation stories

Categories: Arts & Sciences, News, Student Affairs

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Mississippi University for Women will come together for “Cultural Intersections,” a two-day event scheduled for Oct. 3-4, designed to highlight and explore experiences of first-generation students. “Hispanic Heritage Month is a celebration of the rich cultural legacy that shapes our communities, and an invitation…

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About The W

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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