Ashli Brown-Johnson, an associate professor in MSU’s Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Entomology and Plant Pathology, discusses her research at the Mississippi Academy of Sciences Summer Student Science Symposium, held on campus earlier this month. Brown-Johnson is also the Mississippi State Chemist and director of the Mississippi State Chemical Lab. PHOTO: Logan Kirkland | Public Affairs
Old Waverly, home of MSU's golf programs, to host U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship
Old Waverly Golf Club, home to the Mississippi State men’s and women’s golf programs and one of the South’s premier golf destinations, will host the 119th U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship for its first appearance in the Magnolia State. MSU President Mark E. Keenum said, “What a marvelous honor for the entire Golden Triangle region and the State of Mississippi to host the 2019 U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship at the prestigious Old Waverly Golf Club. Because of MSU’s strong connection to Old Waverly, we think of it as ‘our’ course, and we are delighted to support this important sporting event in every way.”
Police Department adds electric motorcycles to patrol force
Mississippi State’s Police Department is adding a new form of patrol, which will not only enhance campus safety, but also supports sustainability goals.
MSU Chief of Police Vance Rice announced that the nationally accredited department has purchased two electric motorcycles. “These are not little mopeds or chariots, they are full size, enduro type motorcycles with a top speed of over 90 miles per hour and a faster zero-to-60 time than most gas motorcycles,” Rice said. He noted one significant advantage is the motorcycles have no exhaust emission or engine noise.
NSPARC to host fourth annual Data Summit
Mississippi State University’s National Strategic Planning and Analysis Research Center (NSPARC) will host its fourth annual Data Summit on Sept. 12-13 in Starkville. This year’s theme is “Cybernetic City: An Ecosystem for Big, Smart, and Fast Economies.” “We are very much looking forward to meeting hundreds of professionals from across multiple industries and sharing ideas about our big, smart and fast data economy,” said NSPARC Interim Executive Director Allen Parrish
Center for Community-Engaged Learning now accepting applications for mini-grants
The Center for Community-Engaged Learning is accepting mini-grant applications through July 31 for 2019-20 community-engaged learning courses. CEL integrates meaningful community engagement into an academic course through experiential learning and critical reflection. CCEL seeks to support activities that enrich the educational experience of students by teaching civic responsibility and meeting the needs of a community. Any Mississippi State University faculty member is eligible to receive a mini-grant. Award priority will be given to projects of CEL fellows and faculty that teach a CEL designated course.
Lyceum mini-series tickets now available
Mini-series tickets for Mississippi State University’s 2019-20 Lyceum Series are now available for purchase. Starting Monday, mini-series tickets are available to the general public for $75 and $65 for MSU employees and senior citizens. The mini-series ticket option includes attendance to three programs and features guaranteed reserved seating at a discounted rate. The annual series supports performing arts in the Starkville and MSU communities.
MSU, ed2go offering online professional development courses
Mississippi State’s Center for Continuing Education, in partnership with leading online continuing education provider ed2go, is offering more than 300 online professional development courses. “Whether you want to enhance your professional skills or just learn something new, these classes are informative, affordable and can be taken entirely online at any time from the comfort of your home or office,” said Dixie Cartwright, CCE manager. New course sessions begin each month.
Summer read: 2019 Maroon Edition book, ‘Hold on with a Bulldog Grip’
Mississippi State students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends, as well as members of the local community, are encouraged to include the university’s Maroon Edition book, “Hold On with a Bulldog Grip,” in their summer reading selections. The book is being made available to incoming freshman students and transfers in their summer Orientation packets, and others can purchase the book at MSU’s Barnes & Noble bookstore or through other booksellers. Purchases also can be made online from the University Press of Mississippi at www.upress.state.ms.us/books/2240.
Volunteers needed for MVNU2MSU
Mississippi State’s Department of Housing and Residence Life is seeking volunteers for two move-in days as part of the university’s annual MVNU2MSU event. Individuals and groups of volunteers will welcome and assist new Bulldog students with moving into the Starkville campus’s 17 residence halls. Volunteers will receive a free T-shirt. Students participating in Panhellenic recruitment, New Maroon Camp, Famous Maroon Band and Spirit Groups may move into their residence halls on Aug. 11 from 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. All other students may move in from 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. on Aug. 17.
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