Smiles of Success

Smiles of Success

Krista Nicholson, a PhD candidate in MSU's College of Education, is hooded by Dean Teresa Jayroe and Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership Leigh Ann McMullin at the spring 2026 Doctoral Commencement and Hooding Ceremony. The program, hosted by MSU's Graduate School, is one of six commencement events held at the Starkville campus this week.
Photo by Grace Cockrell

May 13, 2026

Krista Nicholson, a Ph.D. candidate in Mississippi State's College of Education, is hooded by Department of Educational Leadership Associate Clinical Professor Leigh Ann McMullin, left, and Dean Teresa Jayroe at the spring 2026 Doctoral Commencement and Hooding Ceremony. The program, hosted by the MSU Graduate School, is one of six commencement events held at the Starkville campus this week.