November 4 to 15
Pre-registration period for spring semester
November 15
Last day to withdraw from University
(ten days of classes remaining)
&
Progress grade reporting closes
November 27 to 29
Thanksgiving holiday -
no classes scheduled
(Residence Halls are Open!)
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December 2
Classes resume
December 4
Deadline to apply for
December 2019 degree via myState -
$50 fee plus $100 late fee
Classes end
December 5
Reading Day
(No mandatory class assignments, requirements, meetings)
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December 6
Final Exams Begin
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That's a wrap!
Bulldog Family Weekend
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Thank you for participating in this year's Bulldog Family Weekend event. We thoroughly enjoyed meeting each of you and hope you loved being with your student. If you did not get a chance to meet with us and need to chat, please feel free to give us a ring or send us an email.
Bulldog Family Weekend for Fall 2020 has been scheduled for October 23 - 25, 2020.
(MSU vs LSU away game)
2019 T-Shirt was designed by MSU freshman,
Callie Ball, majoring in Fashion Design & Merchandising.
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This is a very exciting time of the year for the MSU community. Homecoming festivities will be here soon, students are inching closer to the end of the fall semester, and of course, Thanksgiving break is right around the corner! Grades are rolling in and we know this can be a trying time for some students. Please know we are here for support if your student needs to "talk things out" and isn't sure where to go.
In this issue, you will learn about our Holmes Cultural Diversity Center, hear from a current student, and hopefully be able to recognize the importance of diversity to our college students. MSU consists of a wide range of students, faculty, and staff that make up the diverse population of campus and we want to make sure all of our students and their families know that MSU is for YOU.
As always, when you need someone to talk to or have no idea what to do, please reach out to us. We are
always
here to lend an ear and point you in the right direction.
Cat Walker and Becky Faulk
662.325.3611
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Dr. Regina Hyatt, Vice President for Student Affairs
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A MESSAGE FROM STUDENT AFFAIRS
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Mississippi State University is home to students from every county in Mississippi, every state in the US, and many, many countries across the world. The diversity of our student body, faculty, and staff is one of our greatest assets. Our students have the opportunity to learn about the world through the experiences of their fellow students and explore the similarities and differences we all share. We have a commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment for every student who endeavors to be a Mississippi State graduate. We know our individual differences bring richness to the student experience. We also know all students benefit from a diverse learning environment so our faculty and staff are committed to creating programs, services, and activities to challenge our students and expand their worldview.
Every day on our campus, students have the opportunity to live with and learn from people who have perspectives different than their own – what an incredible experience! Our goal at Mississippi State is to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed and we are committed to every student’s goal to graduate with an MSU degree. We are teaching our students how to live, learn, and meaningfully contribute to their communities on and off campus and hope these lessons will lead them to a life as scholars and leaders. The resources found here give a glimpse into the opportunities available for students to find the communities of support and connections they will need to be able to achieve their personal, academic, and career goals.
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The Holmes Cultural Diversity Center (HCDC) is named after Dr. Richard E. Holmes, the first African American alumnus. He made history by becoming the first African American to enroll at Mississippi State University in July 1965. Completing his Bachelor's degree at MSU, he would later go on to attend Michigan State Medical School and receive a Doctor of Medicine degree. In 1991, MSU recognized Holmes’ campus achievements and medical career by naming the University’s multicultural center in his honor.
HCDC exists to enhance the cultural college experience of students at Mississippi State. We accomplish this goal by facilitating a wide range of academic & cultural programs and by providing resources and leadership opportunities to students. HCDC offers over a hundred programs a year - cultural and intercultural celebrations, heritage and awareness events, dialogues, workshops, student leadership training and social justice engagement courses. We offer 2,000 square feet of open space for students to study, relax, and hang out.
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Deb Edeyin, a senior Industrial Engineering major from Nigeria, Africa, began her journey at Mississippi State University in 2016. Deb has immersed herself into various organizations at MSU and has found herself bleeding Maroon and White more and more each year.
When asked about her experience with the Holmes Cultural Diversity Center (HCDC), Deb responded with, "I was first introduced to HCDC by a friend who encouraged me academically and personally but who also knew I needed a place to feel at home. HCDC is a place that I can be who I am without judgment. It's a safe space that I believe all students can find useful. College students need a place that they feel comfortable confiding in someone; whether it be a peer or MSU staff member. They also need a place where their confidence can grow and be nurtured and where support is available no matter what is going on. My advice to any student; regardless of race, ethnicity, background, etc., is to find a place where you can be yourself with zero judgement and with a wide area of support (academically and personally). MSU has various opportunities for students to do this; HCDC is just one piece of it."
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WHY DIVERSITY MATTERS IN COLLEGE
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Students enter into college with their own life experiences, personality, and outlook on life. A college campus is insight to what the world has to offer when it comes to meeting new people with a wide range of personal backgrounds, life experiences, interests, goals, and much more. College campuses are made up of diverse groups.
It's important to understand that diversity comes in many forms. Age, religion, national origin, ability/disability, income status, political/ideological convictions, and race are just a few areas of diversity that students encounter while at a university that encourages diversity.
While in college, students are encouraged to enjoy their time. They are allowed the opportunity to explore new interests, study abroad, join student organization, cheer on their student athletes at a sporting event, and run for student leadership. Not only are these opportunities a highlight of a students' college career but interacting with other individuals that come from around the globe can also be a positive impact. For example, students surrounded by a diverse population have the opportunity to:
- Expand their sense of worldliness
- Improve social skills
- Prepare students for future opportunities academically and/or professionally
- Increase self-awareness
- Promote creative thinking
As our world around us continues to evolve, so does our thinking on diversity. Colleges that embrace a diverse student body and faculty group help promote student engagement with similar individuals they would most likely encounter in the workforce. Students cannot grow in knowledge, wisdom, and experience if they are not provided experiences that will allow them to do so. Having a diversity of backgrounds, races, political views, abilities/disabilities, nationalities, etc. allows students (our future generation) to learn from others, craft new opinions, and be provided with experiences that can help them mature and prepare for real-world interactions.
"We are a nation of communities... a brilliant diversity spread like stars, like a thousand points of light in a broad and peaceful sky." - George H.W. Bush
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INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
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This year’s International Education Week festivities will be November 11 -15. The week of events will focus on providing a place to celebrate the benefits of worldwide educational exchange. The Holmes Cultural Diversity Center at Mississippi State University will commemorate this world-wide celebrated week by extending an opportunity to experience a variety of other countries customs and traditions to students, staff, faculty and the Starkville community.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REMINDERS
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Fall 2019 Commencement Schedule
Friday, December 13 - Morning Ceremony
College of Architecture, Art and Design
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Education
University Studies (C2C)
Students arrive to the Humphrey Coliseum no later than 8:30 a.m.
March in at 9:00 a.m.; Ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m.
Friday, December 13 - Afternoon Ceremony
College of Agriculture & Life Sciences & School of Human Sciences
College of Business & Adkerson School of Accountancy
Bagley College of Engineering & Swalm School of Chemical Engineering
College of Forest Resources
College of Veterinary Medicine
(Masters & PhDs)
Students arrive to the Humphrey Coliseum no later than 3:00 p.m.
March in at 3:30 p.m.; Ceremony begins at 4:00 p.m.
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Current students interested in living on campus in a residence hall for the 2020-2021 academic year will need to complete the Renewal Selection Verification Process (RSVP). Residents will receive an email notification about this process and will need to follow the instructions accordingly as RSVP is time sensitive. Housing will begin the RSVP process on
Monday, November 18
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Make sure you mention
#MSStateFamily
when you make a post.
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Office of Parent and Family Services | 662.325.3611 | family@msstate.edu
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