Campus Closed Due to Inclement Weather

W ALERT: Due to the enhanced threat of severe weather from Hurricane Francine, all classes, events and activities are canceled for tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 12). All campus offices will be closed. Students should check Canvas to learn about course expectations.

Food Services will be closed for breakfast and will serve lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and dinner from 4:30-7 p.m. Subway will be open from noon to 8 p.m. Starbucks will be closed.

The weather forecast shows periods of heavy rainfall in the morning. During periods of heavy rain, some areas on campus are prone to flooding. Please use caution if you park your vehicle in the following areas: Fifth Avenue (front of library), MSCW Drive (front of post office), 10th Street South (front of Cromwell Hall), and Northwest corner of Goen Hall. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact The W Police Department at (662) 241-7777.

Difficult travel conditions are possible and travel is strongly discouraged. Please be safe.

The campus community is encouraged to monitor W ALERT, university email and the website, and stay tuned to local media outlets for updates.

The university plans to resume normal operations Friday, Sept. 13.

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Alumni Artwork from the Permanent Collection

Ralph Hudson Gallery, 1162 5th Avenue South, Columbus, MS, 39701, United States

We are thrilled to present “Alumni Artwork from the Permanent Collection”, a special exhibition showcasing the exceptional work of alumni artists from our esteemed university. Held in The W Galleries and Summer Hall, this exhibition runs from February 22 through May 5 and celebrates the creative achievements of our alumni.

Walter Anderson: Works from the Permanent Collection

Ralph Hudson Gallery, 1162 5th Avenue South, Columbus, MS, 39701, United States

We are proud to present “Walter Anderson: Works from the Permanent Collection”, a special exhibition showcasing the incredible artistic talent of Walter Inglis Anderson. Running from March 22 through the summer, this exhibition is held in The W Galleries and Summer Hall and features a selection of Anderson’s most stunning works from our permanent collection.

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Martha Swain Speaker Series Book Signing

Friendly City Books 118 N 5th Street, Columbus, United States

Meet author and historian Anastasia C. Curwood and get a signed copy of her new autobiography of Shirley Chisholm at Friendly City Books in downtown Columbus.  Chisolm was a trailblazing politician and Black feminist, and Curwood will discuss her life and impact at 7PM on The W’s campus. In addition to her biography, Shirley Chisholm: […]

Building healthy relationships session 2

Fant Memorial Library 1100 College St, Columbus, MS, United States

Did you know relationship education workshops are not just for people in a relationship? Did you know that relationship education programs can help us better understand who we are? If you are interested in better understanding your interpersonal challenges, then this workshop is for you. Join us at Fant Library tiered classroom on Thursday, March […]

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Martha Swain Speaker Series: Anastasia C. Curwood

Nissan Auditorium (Inside Parkinson Hall)

Come and hear Anastasia C. Curwood talk about the life and experiences of Shirley Chisholm, whose 1972 bid for the presidential nomination of the Democratic Party made history and paved the way for further women’s political activism.  Curwood is the author of the forthcoming biography, Shirley Chisholm: Champion of Black Feminist Power Politics (2023) and […]

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Homecoming 2023 Music Student Showcase

Poindexter Music Hall 305 Ginkgo Lane, Columbus, MS, United States

The Department of Music welcomes alumni back to The W with the Homecoming Music Student Showcase at 8:00 p.m. Thursday, March 30, in Poindexter Hall’s Connie Kossen Auditorium.

Alumni Artwork from the Permanent Collection

Ralph Hudson Gallery, 1162 5th Avenue South, Columbus, MS, 39701, United States

We are thrilled to present “Alumni Artwork from the Permanent Collection”, a special exhibition showcasing the exceptional work of alumni artists from our esteemed university. Held in The W Galleries and Summer Hall, this exhibition runs from February 22 through May 5 and celebrates the creative achievements of our alumni.