It’s the first total solar eclipse across the U.S. in nearly a century, and the place to watch the extraordinary phenomenon is the Drill Field at Mississippi State on Monday from noon-3 p.m. Not only will spectators be able to observe the Sun reach 89 percent coverage by the moon at 1:27 p.m. on campus, but university researchers will have a rare chance to advance their knowledge of the star at the center of the solar system.
Lemus earns national award
The National Association of County Agricultural Agents recently recognized a Mississippi State University Extension Service specialist for his outstanding efforts guiding forage producers. Rocky Lemus, associate Extension and research professor, received the 2017 Achievement Award during the NACAA’s annual meeting and professional improvement conference in Utah. This award is given to agents with 10 years or fewer of service in Extension and who have exhibited excellence in the field of Extension education.
Maroon Edition book author to new students: ‘Be a champion for others’
Live in contradictions. Speak up, but listen intently. Use your voice to mean something, but make sure you’re hearing others out. Understand that patience and impatience are both virtues. Get some rest, but stay fully awake. Take care of each other. Those words of wisdom were part of an inspirational message that New York Times best-selling author Wes Moore shared last Thursday when addressing an estimated 3,500 first-year freshmen and all-time record-number 2,000 transfer students gathered for MSU’s fourth Fall Convocation in Humphrey Coliseum.
Walkability can improve health, community
Walking is an easy, enjoyable way for individuals to be more physically active and for communities to improve healthy living. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are many potential health benefits of physical activity. David Buys, health specialist with the Mississippi State University Extension Service, said walking has many environmental, economic and societal benefits.
New opportunities with the Maroon Volunteer Center
The Maroon Volunteer Center at Mississippi State details a number of volunteer opportunities for the campus community on its website and in its newsletter this week, including Boys & Girls Club volunteers, information about becoming a mentor to at-risk young people, reading tutors, communication partners, Habitat for Humanity home build, and more.
Variety defines upcoming MSU Lyceum Series
A nostalgic trip down Abbey Road will open Mississippi State’s 2017-18 Lyceum Series. The university’s long-running performing arts program launches Sept. 12 with a concert titled “Cellophane Flowers: A Beatles Tribute.” “MSU’s Performing Arts Committee worked very hard this year to bring a variety of productions that will enhance the cultural opportunities available to the MSU and Starkville communities,” said Stephen Cunetto, committee chair and associate dean of MSU Libraries.
Policy reminders from University Health Services
University Health Services at Mississippi State reminds the campus community of several important policies for its patients to keep in mind when seeking treatment, parking, refilling a prescription, privacy and more.
This Week in Mississippi State Sports, 08/21/17
Volleyball hosts a Maroon-White exhibition match at Newell-Grissom on Monday at 7 p.m., and then visits Dallas for matches against SMU at 12:30 p.m. and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi at 4:30 p.m. on Friday and against Rice at noon on Saturday ... Soccer visits Ruston for a game against Louisiana Tech on Thursday at 7 p.m., and then hosts Central Arkansas at 1 p.m. on Sunday.
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