What’s Old is New Again: 104-year-old State Fountain Bakery at MSU makes return to original, newly renovated site

Crowds may be flocking to new and trendy bread and pastry shops these days, but sometimes getting back to what’s familiar can tickle the taste buds a little more.
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MSU Online celebrates National Distance Learning Week

Mississippi State Online is recognizing the success of its students and the continued growth of its distance education programs during National Distance Learning Week, Nov. 3–7.

October 27, 2025

MSU’s Seitz to headline renewed Grisham Lecture Series beginning next month

Mississippi State is bringing back the Grisham Lecture Series, a signature event showcasing its most distinguished faculty, next month after a five-year hiatus.

October 24, 2025

Sparks assumes interim leadership of MSU agricultural programs

A longtime Mississippi State faculty member with more than a decade of service has been named acting dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and acting director of the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station.

October 24, 2025

Jordan to lead MSU’s AI efforts in new role, Willard named interim VP for research, economic development

Continuing its commitment to innovation and responsible leadership in technology, Mississippi State University President Mark E. Keenum today announced the appointment of current MSU Vice President for Research and Economic Development Julie Jordan as the university’s first Senior Adviser for Artificial Intelligence and Data Governance beginning Nov. 1.

October 24, 2025

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MSU announces enhanced gameday safety measures

October 23, 2025

University Recreation opens new MSU pickleball courts at Sanderson

October 23, 2025

Physics department, Astronomy Club host Halloween viewing this Friday at Howell Observatory

October 22, 2025

Student Salutes: A Visual Tribute to MSU Alumni & Veterans

October 22, 2025

MSU scientists track bird movement to support coastal resilience

October 21, 2025

Hollyhand, Fitch visit students Monday

October 21, 2025

Straight No Chaser takes the Riley Center stage Thursday

October 20, 2025

High school, community college students invited to MSU’s Music Discovery Day

October 20, 2025
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MSU posts EAC report card

October 21, 2025

Faculty invited to Fulbright Lunch and Learn

October 15, 2025

Old Main parking garage temporarily closing for planned power outage

October 03, 2025

MSU’s President Keenum takes part in Baptist celebration of OCH Regional Medical Center purchase

October 03, 2025

October is Benefits Open Enrollment for MSU employees

September 30, 2025

Mississippi Water and Energy Conference set next month at the MSU Mill

September 24, 2025

Faculty & Staff Invited: 2025 Employee Benefits & Wellness Week

September 17, 2025

MSU Staff Council announces 2025-2026 campus representatives

September 15, 2025
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Upcoming Events

Major and Career Exploration Workshop

Location

Room 331, Montgomery Hall

Indirect Costs Explanation: Understanding the Cost of Research

Location

Virtual

Job Search Strategies Workshop

Location

Room 2240, Old Main Academic Center

Do You Want to Build a Go-Bag?

Location

Fowlkes Auditorium, Colvard Student Union

Celebrating Global Impact: An MSU Fulbright Experience

Location

Grisham Room, Mitchell Memorial Library

Funding Focus on Health Opportunities

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301 Research Blvd., Room 813; virtual
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