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Ways to Partner

Advertise with the MSU Alumni Association For more information, contact Leanna Smith, Assistant Director of Alumni Partnerships & Business Development, at LSmith@alumni.msstate.edu or 662-325-3360. The Mississippi State University Alumni Association hosts events and offers programs and services which are directly supported by our partnerships. We can...
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MSU Honors Endowed Faculty at 2024 Medallion Ceremony

In fall 2024, Mississippi State University honored its distinguished endowed faculty during the inaugural Medallion Ceremony at The Mill. The event celebrated the exceptional teaching, research and service that drive the university’s academic excellence. MSU President Mark E. Keenum opened the ceremony by expressing his...
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MSU Foundation welcomes new development team members

The Mississippi State University Foundation is pleased to announce recent strategic personnel additions that reinforce the institution’s commitment to fostering strong alumni and corporate relationships. NaToya Sanders and Mary Elizabeth Stringer Tate joined the development staff as assistant directors of development in the College of...
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New Purpose, Historic Setting

The Mill now dedicated home of MSU Division of Development and Alumni The 90,000-square-foot historic mill, a landmark on Russell Street since 1902, is officially home to the Mississippi State University Division of Development and Alumni following a ribbon cutting in April. The division previously...
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A Lifetime of Giving: Larry Nelms’ Enduring Support for MSU

There is a common misconception that only the wealthiest alumni can give back to their school. People also commonly believe that giving can only be done through large, headline-grabbing gifts. However, both beliefs miss the mark. Giving comes from the heart, and faithful giving over...
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THE MILL : How Naming Opportunities Drive MSU’s Future

Located at 600 Russell Street, The Mill is a monument to Starkville’s rich history and a beacon for Mississippi State University’s future. Originally built in 1902 and later repurposed for the Mississippi cotton textile industry, The Mill became one of the most successful operations of...
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Building Bulldog Traditions

The MSU Alumni Association is ready to welcome your children to the Maroon and White family with special yearly gifts and a birthday card each year. The Mississippi State University Alumni Association is proud of the growth and success of the MSU Alumni Legacy Program....
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