From non-verbal to MSU graduation: Twin brothers power through adversity, find home and voice

Twenty years before Kirklyn Johnson stood in front of thousands of onlookers at his 2026 Mississippi State commencement ceremony to sing the National Anthem, his parents were told he might never speak a word.
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MSU assistant professor listed as ‘One to Watch’ by national interior design society

Tanaya Deshpande, a Mississippi State assistant professor of interior design, is one of eight scholars being recognized this year through the American Society of Interior Designers’ “Ones to Watch” scholar program.

July 27, 2026

MSU scientist recognized internationally for wood engineering research

A Mississippi State assistant research professor is receiving international recognition for early career achievements in wood engineering, success that’s enhancing efficient, sustainable wood construction.

July 24, 2026

MSU biologists win prestigious NSF CAREER awards to explore genetic errors, invasive species

Two Mississippi State University faculty members in the Department of Biological Sciences have received prestigious National Science Foundation CAREER awards supporting research into the biological mechanisms behind genetic errors and the spread of invasive species.

July 24, 2026

Ahead of ‘Shark Week’: How MSU graduate students are taking a bite out of shark research

As Discovery Channel’s “Shark Week” enters its 38th season, public fascination with apex predators continues to rise. But while television audiences tune in for the drama, two Mississippi State graduate students are part of the network of scientists who help provide necessary data behind the public’s often-varying opinions on sharks.

July 23, 2026

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Science, engineering in focus as MSU hosts Mississippi Academy of Sciences summer symposium

July 22, 2026

MSU vet student awarded national veterinary scholarship

July 22, 2026

MSU joins collaborative studio initiative working to revitalize downtown Jackson

July 21, 2026

McCurdy named MSU agricultural science and plant protection department head

July 21, 2026

MSU faculty member’s research helps inform Congressional debate on private equity’s impact on national defense industry

July 20, 2026

University expands global partnerships with new Universidad ORT Uruguay MOU

July 17, 2026

MSU’s Brown earns prestigious PRSA College of Fellows recognition

July 17, 2026

Moody, Watts awarded Huddleston scholarship

July 16, 2026
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Campus parking lots temporarily closing for summer paving projects

July 21, 2026

Important Changes to Graduate/Professional Loan Programs Effective July 1, 2026

July 16, 2026

Barr, B.S. Hood intersection infrastructure closing temporarily

June 25, 2026

University Drive pedestrian bridge temporarily closing for annual maintenance

June 24, 2026

Kappa Alpha house-area sidewalk temporarily closing for construction

May 14, 2026

Maroon Drive partially closed for faculty housing project

May 14, 2026

McCool, Montgomery halls projects begin May 18

May 14, 2026

Partial sidewalk closure at Bailey Howell Drive, College View Street intersection

May 08, 2026
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