NOAA names MSU to host new Northern Gulf research institute

NOAA has selected Mississippi State University to host NOAA’s Cooperative Institute in the Gulf of America.
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MSU honors faculty members with Giles Distinguished Professor, Grisham Master Teacher accolades

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MSU’s Priddy selected for 2026 Tau Beta Pi–McDonald Mentor Award

Mississippi State Bagley College of Engineering Associate Professor Matthew Priddy is the 2026 recipient of the Tau Beta Pi–McDonald Mentor Award, an honor recognizing excellence in mentoring and advising among Tau Beta Pi educators and engineers.

September 09, 2026

Amazon executive to headline MSU College of Business Seal Speaker Series

A global human resources executive with more than two decades of leadership experience is the featured speaker for the 2026 Leo W. Seal Jr. Distinguished Speaker Series, hosted by Mississippi State University’s College of Business.

September 09, 2026

MSU poultry scientists recognized with early career awards

Two faculty members in Mississippi State’s Department of Poultry Science have earned early career awards from the Poultry Science Association, an international organization dedicated to advancing the poultry industry.

September 09, 2026

A Mississippi Story: MPB airs MSU documentary on Vietnamese immigrants ‘The Fisher People’

From attending church services and celebrating the Lunar New Year to spending nights aboard shrimp boats off the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Mississippi State University’s Television Center staff immersed themselves in the lives of Vietnamese immigrants to document stories of resilience, community and triumph. “The Fisher People,” a four-part documentary series, airs on Mississippi Public Broadcasting Oct. 2 at 8:30 p.m., running weekly through Oct. 23.

September 08, 2026

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MSU hosts fall Adapted Swim Camp for individuals with special needs

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September 08, 2026

Hotel Madelon 'Topping Out'

September 04, 2026

MSU alumnus Adam Telle appointed acting U.S. Army secretary

September 04, 2026

Elizabeth ‘Lake’ Little Memorial Highway dedication ceremony

September 04, 2026

Viral sketch group ‘SEC Shorts’ brings live comedy show to MSU’s Lyceum Series Nov. 13

September 04, 2026

MSU President Keenum meets with student leadership

September 04, 2026

Mississippi Attorney General: Statement on College Athletics

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MSU Christian Faculty and Staff Forum holds kickoff luncheon

August 31, 2026

Famous Maroon Band St. extension to impact area traffic, parking

August 27, 2026

Maroon Alert Test and Fall Emergency Preparedness Training

August 26, 2026

MSU fall convocation livestreams Tuesday

August 24, 2026

MSU conducting fireworks, pyrotechnics demonstration Thursday [Aug. 20]

August 18, 2026

Temporary pedestrian routes established during Howell Hall project

August 13, 2026

Partnership Middle School walkway temporarily closing for construction

August 06, 2026

McArthur Hall ADA parking temporarily relocating

July 30, 2026
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The Mill Conference Center

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