Hail State Holidays

Hail State Holidays

MSU students, staff, and faculty kick-off the holiday season with an annual Christmas tree and menorah lighting. The exciting tradition beings the start of many cozy and community based winter holiday inspired activities happening on campus while making spirits bright. (Pictured from L to R,) P for Access, Opportunity, and Success- Dr. Ra'sheda Forbes, Miss MSU 2024- Sarah Randolph, Student Association President- Carson McFatridge, MSU President Dr Mark. Keenum, President of MSU Hilell-Gabriella Arbesfel
Photo by Grace Cockrell

November 20, 2024

Mississippi State students, faculty and staff kick off the holiday season with the annual Christmas tree and menorah lighting on Tuesday [Nov. 19]. The exciting university tradition brings members of the MSU family together each November before final exams begin. Joining mascots Bully and Belle are, from left, Vice President for Access, Opportunity and Success Ra'sheda Forbes; Miss MSU Sarah Randolph; Student Association President Carson McFatridge; MSU President Mark E. Keenum; MSU Hilell President Gabriella Arbesfeld; and Vice President for Student Affairs Regina Hyatt.