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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What is a Portrait?

Ralph Hudson Gallery 1162 5th Ave N, Columbus, MS, United States

A portrait is generally defined as an intended likeness of a specific person.  Traditionally, this has meant the physical resemblance of the individual. In this exhibition, we explore a variety of approaches to portraiture, from the traditional to the symbolic, in artwork from our permanent collection.

Book Talk: Born A Crime

Library, Columbus

Join us on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 in the LIbrary for a discussion of September's Book Talk book, "Born A Crime" by Trevor Noah.

What is a Portrait?

Ralph Hudson Gallery 1162 5th Ave N, Columbus, MS, United States

A portrait is generally defined as an intended likeness of a specific person.  Traditionally, this has meant the physical resemblance of the individual. In this exhibition, we explore a variety of approaches to portraiture, from the traditional to the symbolic, in artwork from our permanent collection.

Project X

HSC Auditorium (Hogarth Upstairs Auditorium)

Come have fun with the Alpha Omicron Alpha chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Hosted by: Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. Additional Information can be found at: https://muw.campuslabs.com/engage/event/8403164

The 7th Avenue Heritage Festival

Queen City Hotel Blues Marker 1501 7th Avenue North, Columbus, MS, United States

Dubbed "The Biggest Free Block Party in Mississippi," The 7th Avenue Heritage Festival celebrates what one of Columbus’s African-American business and entertainment districts. The festival features Lyfe Jennings and Omar Cunningham, with Rick Dont Go Mason serving as master of ceremonies. The 7th Avenue Heritage Festival has been voted one of the top 20 events […]

What is a Portrait?

Ralph Hudson Gallery 1162 5th Ave N, Columbus, MS, United States

A portrait is generally defined as an intended likeness of a specific person.  Traditionally, this has meant the physical resemblance of the individual. In this exhibition, we explore a variety of approaches to portraiture, from the traditional to the symbolic, in artwork from our permanent collection.