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Jun 3
The W has named Dr. Kim Whitehead as interim provost and executive vice president for academic affairs. She will assume the position July 1, pending approval by the Board of Trustees of the State Institutions of Higher Learning. bit.ly/4xp7Pn1
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@MUWedu is excited to welcome the state’s brightest young minds for the 2026 Mississippi Governor’s School! Fifty-eight academically gifted students from 29 schools have arrived on campus for this prestigious, tuition-free residential honors program. With this year’s theme, “Voices,” these scholars will explore how individual and collective voices can drive change and strengthen communities. The program runs through June 13, inspiring the next generation of leaders, innovators, and creators. bit.ly/4dLVstq
#MississippiGovernorsSchool #FutureLeaders #EducationMatters #StudentSuccess #TheW
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May 29
Dr. Malia Schimminger has been named director of Career Services and Professional Development Center at The W. bit.ly/3RPt4Of
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May 28
The W has recognized students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the spring 2026 semester.
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May 25
In observance of Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. All university offices are closed Monday, May 25. Normal operations will resume Tuesday, May 26.
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May 19
The W’s Department of Sciences and Mathematics will host its annual free summer science camp July 13-16 in Parkinson Hall on The W’s campus.
To register, please visit: muw.edu/sciencecamp/
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May 12
Dr. Travis Hagey, associate professor of biology, was announced as the Kossen Faculty Excellence Award recipient at the Spring Commencement Ceremony Friday, May 8.
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May 12
The W announced Dr. Kristen Figgins, assistant professor of English, as the 2026 Faculty Member of the Year during spring commencement ceremonies held Friday, May 8. bit.ly/4uIY1Sz
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May 11
The W has awarded theatre professor David Carter the title of professor emeritus of theatre. With a career in higher education spanning 25 years, Carter is recognized for his contributions to theatre both at The W and beyond. bit.ly/42sGu4V
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May 11
The W recognized Lisa Griffin, assistant professor of nursing, as the recipient of the McLain Family Award for Extraordinary Faculty during spring commencement ceremonies held Friday, May 8. bit.ly/4njA8hM
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May 7
The W has announced the list of candidates to be conferred with degrees during the spring commencement ceremonies. bit.ly/4nnFiJS
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Apr 29
The W’s education program reports strong exam results, job placement outcomes. bit.ly/4uj7rUD
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Mark your calendars for tomorrow's IHL listening sessions at @MUWedu.
If you can't make it in person, you can still share your thoughts online at mississippi.edu/muw. The survey portal will close at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14.
The sessions will be live-streamed at muw.edu/live.
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Apr 8
The Mississippi University for Women Alumni Association (MUWAA) has announced the recipients of the New Faculty Award and Faculty Enhancement Grants. Honorees will be recognized and presented during the Homecoming Convocation held April 9-12. bit.ly/4t11qf6
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Board of Trustees to Host Listening Sessions for Presidential Search at Mississippi University for Women
The Mississippi Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning will host listening sessions on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, to solicit input from students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community stakeholders on the qualifications and qualities they want to see in candidates for the next president of the Mississippi University for Women (MUW). Read more: bit.ly/4dzXw7X
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Apr 7
Regenerative medicine pioneer Dr. Doris Taylor to speak at annual Nell Peel Wolfe Lecture. bit.ly/4tsvWhx
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