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…
Mississippi University for Women’s Student Programming Board is excited to welcome students, employees and the greater Columbus community to campus for its annual Oktoberfest celebration. The event is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 18 from 5-8 p.m. on Shattuck Lawn at The W. Among the festivities planned are…
Mississippi University for Women’s Counseling Center is hosting its fourth annual Mental Health and Wellness Fair, Wednesday, Oct. 2, from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the W Room on campus. The event is aimed at showcasing all of the mental health resources available to students, faculty and staff at…
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…
Mississippi University for Women starts the academic year off with Blues Week, a week full of activities for students, through Sunday, Aug. 25. Sponsored by the Office of Student Life, Blues Week is an annual event that welcomes new and returning students to The W’s campus each fall.
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.
Be Bold.
