Campus News & Discoveries
Driving the Conversation
As a land-grant institution, Mississippi State strives to educate, serve and advance scientific discovery—and that doesn’t stop at the campus borders.
Research that keeps going
In 2010, Ed Swan co-authored a paper on augmented reality—a burgeoning branch of computer science poised to become mainstream with applications in gaming, medicine, online shopping and more.
Bulldog Built
This year, working alongside their families and many volunteers with Mississippi State ties, the pair helped build their own homes thanks to Starkville Area Habitat for Humanity.
Carter made more peace than houses after leaving office
Jimmy Carter’s name has become synonymous with Habitat for Humanity, the former president devoted more of his post-White House life to championing peace than building houses.
Research of the Nerds
For generations of Americans who lived through taunts of “nerd” when their look or interests differed from the in-crowd, the word likely brings up feelings of adolescent angst. However, one group of Bulldogs embraces the label.
A Conversation in Code
From banking apps and social media to word processors and wearable fitness trackers, more and more of our lives rely on software.
Removing Barriers
Research has the power to change lives. Take for example, Cedric Gainwell Jr., Tanner Laird and Charles “Garrett” Lofton who conducted hands-on laboratory experiments at Mississippi State
Insects: The Other Protein
As the world grapples with feeding a growing population with dwindling resources, the solution could rest with an unlikely ally: arthropods.
Alumni News
Ring Your Bell & Tell Your Tale
Mississippi State University has a rich and colorful history dating back to its founding in 1878. However, the Maroon and White chronicles are largely missing one essential voice—that of the first Black students of the institution.
Clark named 2023 National Alumnus
Each year since 1958, Mississippi State University has recognized an outstanding graduate whose accomplishments and service exemplify the mission of the university through the National Alumnus of the Year award.
Academic Colleges Recognize Alumni of the Year
The Mississippi State University Alumni Association is proud to recognize eight outstanding graduates who represent their respective academic colleges as the 2023 College Alumni of the Year. These individuals are recognized for their many accomplishments and the Bulldog spirit they embody in their personal and professional lives.
Three Volunteers Receive Service Awards
The Distinguished Service Award annually recognizes individuals who have displayed outstanding volunteer and leadership efforts within their local alumni chapter. Their efforts are essential in upholding the mission of the Alumni Association and also bring favorable recognition to the university. Three dedicated alumni are recipients for 2022.
Berry named Outstanding Young Alumna
For her professional leadership and service achievements, Evann Darnell Berry of Washington, D.C., has garnered the honor of 2022 Outstanding Young Alumna.
2023 Alumni Leadership Conference
The Mississippi State University Alumni Association hosted its 2023 Leadership Conference at the Hunter Henry Center in February, just before MSU’s 145th birthday.