Mississippi University for Women’s Dr. Julia Mortyakova was recently elected to the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) Commission on Accreditation. Julia Mortyakova “I am thrilled about the opportunity to serve my profession,” said Mortyakova, chair of The W’s Department of Music, who will serve in the Baccalaureate category. “It…

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Seven Mississippi University for Women voice majors advanced to the semifinal round and three advanced to the finals at the Southern Regional Student Auditions of the National Association of Teachers of Singing. Jerry Brown, Moira Cairns, Shakia Butler, Tiffani Jernigan, Ri’Carrdo Byrd, Aaron Rishel, Ricky Dubuisson “Our W singers invested…

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A variety of music ensembles will fill the Connie Sills Kossen Auditorium in Poindexter Hall at Mississippi University for Women Tuesday, Nov. 8 and Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m.  On Nov. 8, The W’s Jazz Ensemble will present its fall performance filled with jazz and rock classics, such as…

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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 2,227 students in more than 70 majors and concentrations and has educated men for 40 years. The university is nationally recognized for low student debt, diversity and social mobility which empowers students to BE BOLD.

Be Bold. Tower with Blue.