Paws Before Finals
![Students gather for a “Paws Before Finals” study break at YMCA Plaza [Apr. 29], hosted by MSU's Office of Parent and Family Services, where free snacks, friendly faces of campus partners and a visit from Bully helped bring a little extra encouragement before exam week. University Police’s K-9 Unit also joined the event, giving students a chance to snap photos and spend time with the four-legged officers while taking a well-earned break. The gathering was designed to help Bulldogs de-stress and recharge.](/sites/www.msstate.edu/files/2026-04/Paws_Before_Finals_Group_Shot_2400.jpg)
Mississippi State students gather for Paws Before Finals, a relaxing study break held at YMCA Plaza, Wednesday [April 29]. Hosted by MSU's Office of Parent and Family Services, the event featured free snacks, a visit from mascot Bully and friendly encouragement from campus partners ahead of exam week. MSU Police Department's K-9 Unit also gave students a chance to snap photos and spend time with its four-legged officers.