Approximately 4,000 Bulldogs graduate this week during Mississippi State's commencement ceremonies in Starkville and Meridian. MSU President Mark E. Keenum welcomed graduates and their families to campus as the university celebrated the class of 2026's journey from students to alumni. "Integrity, strong work ethic and respect for others—that’s who we are, and that’s what we’re known for," Keenum told graduates. "Embrace and live your life with these values.”