MSU unveils mixed-use development featuring boutique hotel, cultural landmark

A comprehensive master plan has been recently completed for a new 15-acre district featuring a boutique hotel, restaurants and retail stores on the land between the MSU campus and the Cotton District, developers announced Aug. 20. It is to be named the Crossroads District.
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MSU's Nyla Jones at Harvard: “Leadership means showing dedication to your cause and staying true to yourself.”

Nyla Jones, a natural resource and environmental conservation major at Mississippi State University, was once set on becoming an environmental scientist, but discovered a passion for public policy. This summer, she gained the skills to turn her environmental goals into actionable policy and redefined what authentic leadership means for her.

August 20, 2025

NASA engineer, former Miss Mississippi USA Mitra headlines 2025 MSU Convocation

A two-time Mississippi State graduate helping send mankind to the moon and beyond is the featured speaker at MSU’s Fall Convocation ceremony.

August 20, 2025

MSU, Keesler, state leaders break ground on Mississippi Cyber and Technology Center

Leaders from Mississippi State University, the U.S. Air Force, City of Biloxi, and Gov. Tate Reeves broke ground on the future home of the Mississippi Cyber and Technology Center on Tuesday [Aug. 19], marking a major milestone in the advancement of cybersecurity and innovation in the state.

August 19, 2025

Academic leadership changes in place as new school year begins at MSU

The Division of Academic Affairs at Mississippi State University is starting the new academic year with several new senior leadership changes in place.

August 19, 2025

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NASA fellowship for AI land cover research awarded to MSU doctoral student

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Student project builds safe habitat to relocate, protect local bats at MSU

August 20, 2025

MSU, ECCC sign agreement to expand access to culinology degrees

August 18, 2025

MSU faculty members conclude SEC Academic Leadership Development Program as fellows

August 18, 2025

Renovated, historic Perry Food Hall reopens for a new era of MSU Dining

August 15, 2025

MSU team wins Best Morale Dance Award at 2025 Miracle Network Dance Marathon

August 15, 2025

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Sorority Bid Day moved to Humphrey Coliseum

August 18, 2025

Portion of Azalea Hall area, Barr Ave. partially closing for infrastructure work

August 15, 2025

Roberts Building renovation continuing through Feb.

August 13, 2025

Applications are now open to MSU faculty for the Global Development Seed Grant

August 12, 2025

Intermittent College View Dr. lane closures set for Aug. 4-5

August 01, 2025

MSU Executive Council updates numerous university policies

August 01, 2025

Aug. 11-15 Student Move-In Parking, Traffic, and Welcome Information

August 01, 2025

International Research Development Office promotes Fulbright program, demonstrates MSU mission through international, local collaboration

July 29, 2025
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Arts and Crafts Room: Make and Take

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