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Discover the newest updates about Mississippi State University across all aspects of our work. Read in-depth news on the latest faculty appointments, awards won by members of our team, student achievements, upcoming events, live performances and more.

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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

International Institute celebrates 15 years at MSU

Mississippi State’s International Institute is marking its 15th anniversary with a series of scholarly events and special festivities to celebrate the university’s strategic global work.

April 02, 2026

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

Mississippi State’s Raspet Flight Research Laboratory has received a TALON uncrewed aircraft system from COLSA Corp., supporting ongoing research in uncrewed systems, flight operations and national UAS policy.

April 02, 2026

MSU EcoCAR team hosts Spring Vehicle Showcase Ride and Drive

Mississippi State University’s EcoCAR team hosted its Spring Vehicle Showcase Ride and Drive this week, giving campus leadership, partners and guests an up-close look at the team’s award-winning electric vehicle.

April 02, 2026

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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

April 01, 2026

MSU’s kinesiology department hosts annual StarkVegas Fútbol Jamboree April 18

March 31, 2026

Three MSU students receive prestigious Goldwater Scholarship

March 31, 2026

MSU mechanical engineering seniors, FEMA partner to aid in tornado recovery efforts

March 31, 2026
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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

Campus-Wide International Travel Update

March 04, 2026
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MSU Research Showcase

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YMCA Plaza

Spring 2026 Undergraduate Research Symposium

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Colvard Student Union Ballrooms

Copilot Studio, Power Automate Level 100 Workshop

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

The New Poverty: Complexity, Ethics and Artificial Intelligence

Location

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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