The Leslie Farrell Threadgill Lecture and Artist Series proudly presents an unforgettable evening of vocal performances with the Modern Gentlemen, America’s premier vocal group. The concert will take place Tuesday, July 25 at 7 p.m. at the Kossen Auditorium, located in Poindexter Hall on the campus of Mississippi University for…

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Magnolia Mingle, a Friday night Homecoming event that’s quickly becoming a tradition at Mississippi University for Women, raised $16,485.61 in its second year. Andrea Stevens, director of Development & Alumni Relations, announces the “Be the Light” campaign reaching $25 million. “Not only is Magnolia Mingle a fun way for all…

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The Mississippi University for Women Alumni Association has chosen a president-elect and elected five board members for 2023. The newest class of board members are J’Markus DuBose (2014), Andrea Germany (2000), Clare Haefner (2003), Trey Harper (1998), Annie Oeth (1987) and Debra Sturgis-Stamps (1982). Jermarra “JJ” Jones-Price (2008) was selected…

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The Mississippi University for Women Alumni Association (MUWAA) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2023 awards, which recognize exceptional achievements and contributions to the university and the community. The awards were presented during Mississippi University for Women’s Homecoming Convocation held April 1. Lesley Norwood Davis (’06), Dr. Kendall…

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It’s easy to gush when you’re describing excellence. Dr. Connie Kossen (’64) presents Dr. Ross Whitwam with the Kossen Faculty Excellence Award during the university’s Spring Commencement Ceremony. But it’s difficult for Dr. Bonnie Oppenheimer to be succinct when she is asked to highlight the accomplishments of Dr. Ross Whitwam.

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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 2,193 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. Tower with Blue.