Culinary arts major, Megan Gable, was recently awarded a $5,000 scholarship from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). “Receiving this scholarship is a tremendous relief, allowing me to focus on my studies without the burden of tuition,” said Gable. “It’s an honor to be able to study here, and…
Business & Professional Studies
Mississippi University for Women will expand its Master of Business Administration (MBA) offerings with two new concentrations in spring 2025. Students will choose to specialize in workforce development or hospitality, in addition to the comprehensive MBA. Reneau Hall, home the College of Business and Professional Studies “These new concentrations emphasize…
The Department of Legal Studies at Mississippi University for Women was recently reapproved by the Delegates of the American Bar Association (ABA). The continuous approval since 1987 distinguishes the program as one of only two ABA approved paralegal programs in the state of Mississippi. “We are incredibly proud of this…
Kelly Collins Woodford will be the next dean of the College of Business and Professional Studies at Mississippi University for Women beginning Aug. 1. “I am pleased to welcome Kelly Collins Woodford as the newest dean of the College of Business and Professional Studies at The W. She brings to…
Students from Mississippi University for Women received a personal invitation to join the team at HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding, Mississippi’s largest manufacturing employer and supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants. Kelsey Polovich, university liaison for business development at Ingalls Shipbuilding, speaks to students in the College of Business and Professional Studies…
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.