Saturday’s International Fiesta brings over 60 groups to MSU Drill Field with global food, entertainment

It’s time for the 34th International Fiesta at Mississippi State and organizers are putting new and final touches on the university’s signature global celebration set for this Saturday [April 11].
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MSU Veterans Resource Fair open to current, former service members, families April 11

Registration Now Open: MSU Spring Preview Day anticipates thousands of prospective Bulldogs, families on April 10

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Limited tickets: Tab Benoit’s Swampland Jam, Samantha Fish perform at MSU’s Riley Center April 18

Grammy-nominated blues powerhouse Tab Benoit and guitarist Samantha Fish are set to take the stage at Mississippi State-Meridian’s Riley Center April 18, delivering a high-energy night of blues and Americana that’s nearly sold out.

April 07, 2026

SSRC researchers at MSU study shifts in cancer mortality

In 1991, the U.S. experienced a significant shift in cancer death rates, as for the first time, deaths began a steady decline that continues to the present day. Researchers at Mississippi State's Social Science Research Center, in partnership with scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, examined this decline to identify where and who benefited the most from this dramatic improvement.

April 06, 2026

MSU’s College of Arts and Sciences recognizes faculty with spring awards

Mississippi State’s College of Arts and Sciences recently honored seven faculty members for accomplishments in teaching, research and distinguished service at its annual spring awards ceremony.

April 06, 2026

From beaver rescue to big screen: MSU scientist’s work informs new movie ‘Hoppers’

When Pixar came calling for help bringing beavers to life in its new animated film “Hoppers,” Mississippi State scientist Holley Muraco was ready.

April 06, 2026

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International Institute celebrates 15 years at MSU

April 02, 2026

MSU’s Raspet flight lab receives UAS donation to advance uncrewed systems research, operations

April 02, 2026

MSU EcoCAR team hosts Spring Vehicle Showcase Ride and Drive

April 02, 2026

One MSU alum manages Artemis II mission as a second supports its readiness

April 02, 2026

New MSU tourism, destination development minor prepares students for success with essential industry skills, experiences

April 01, 2026

Starkville-MSU Community Band closes spring season with April 26 concert

April 01, 2026

MSU Reflector named Mississippi Press Foundation’s top student media publication

April 01, 2026

MSU names McDaniel National Alumnus of the Year

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MSU announces 2026 Image of Research winners

April 06, 2026

Dorman Hall project enters second phase of construction

March 27, 2026

2026 Research Awards - Call for Nominations

March 24, 2026

Registration open for Summer Scholars On Stage camp

March 23, 2026

Nominations open for the 2026 Zacharias Distinguished Staff Award

March 18, 2026

MSU Office of Sustainability hosting glass recycling drive in April

March 17, 2026

MSU hosts Giles Distinguished Lecture by food science professor Wes Schilling March 18

March 09, 2026

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Colvard Student Union Ballrooms

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Multi-Purpose Room, Center for America's Veterans, 250 Bailey Howell

The New Poverty: Complexity, Ethics and Artificial Intelligence

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Coskrey Auditorium, Memorial Hall

2026 Spring Undergraduate Research Symposium

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Ballrooms M, S and U, Colvard Student Union

2026 Spring Undergraduate Research Symposium

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Colvard Student Union Ballrooms M, S, and U

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Multi-Purpose Room, Center for America's Veterans, 250 Bailey Howell
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