We are proud to spotlight Presley Harscher, a passionate educator and proud alumna of Millsaps College, who graduated in 2018 with a major in education and a minor in geology. Drawn to Millsaps by its strong support for athletics and a welcoming...
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Student Spotlight on Tia Anderson: Standout on the Court and in the Classroom
Tia Anderson, a sophomore at Millsaps, is making waves both on the court and in the classroom. Hailing from Brusly, Louisiana, Tia was initially drawn to Millsaps for athletics, where she’s quickly...
Millsaps Alum Rhonda Cooper: Leading in the Courtroom and the Classroom
In honor of Black History Month, we proudly celebrate and highlight the remarkable contributions of Black students, faculty and alumni who are an integral part of the Millsaps College community. Today we turn...
Millsaps Alum Dr. Albert Mosley: First-Gen College Student to University President
In honor of Black History Month, we proudly celebrate and highlight the remarkable contributions of Black students, faculty and alumni who are an integral part of the Millsaps College community. Today we turn...
VIDEO: Threading the Needle: Inside Millsaps Suturing Workshop
Millsaps students participated in a hands-on suturing workshop hosted by Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine. Led by instructors and using suturing kits, students received one-on-one guidance on...
Alumni Spotlight: MBench Majors Susan and Walter “Chipper” Gibbes, Class of 1997
We are excited to share the inspiring story of Susan Feldman Gibbes BBA ’97, MBA ’97, and Walter Henry III “Chipper” Gibbes BS ’97, two distinguished alumni of Millsaps College who have built a remarkable...
Alumni Spotlight: Zandria Haines
In honor of Black History Month, we proudly celebrate and highlight the remarkable contributions of Black students, faculty and alumni who are an integral part of the Millsaps College community. Today we turn...
Scott Colom Champions Justice, Inspired by His Millsaps Roots
In honor of Black History Month, we proudly celebrate and highlight the remarkable contributions of Black students, faculty and alumni who are an integral part of the Millsaps College community. Today we turn...
Millsaps College Welcomes New Provost: Dr. Daniel Jasper
Millsaps College is proud to welcome Dr. Daniel Jasper as its new provost. Jasper brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished academic career to the school, having served in various leadership roles at...
Three Millsaps Students Named Fulbright Semi-Finalists
Three Millsaps students are one step closer to becoming Fulbright Scholars. Adam Atigh, Abby Henry and Connor Sutton were all named semi-finalists for the prestigious award, marking a significant achievement...
State St. to Constitution Ave.: How One Millsaps Alum Came to Lead Dept. of Labor
Orphan, sailor, student, economist and United States Secretary of Labor – all phrases that have described Millsaps College alumnus Ray Marshall at some point in life. Born in 1928 in Northern Louisiana,...
Breaking Barriers: Women’s Legislative Fellowship Shapes Mississippi Political Landscape
In its seventh year, the Women’s Legislative Fellows program at Millsaps College pairs students with female state legislators. Each year, the program accepts four applicants who walk the halls of the...
President’s Scholars and Dean’s Scholars for Fall 2024
Each semester, Millsaps College honors our outstanding scholars who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements and community citizenship. Students who earn a GPA of 3.85 or higher are named to the...
Millsaps Alum Leads Life of Service On and Off the Court
Charlie Swearingen left the Millsaps College campus with a degree in his hand and returned 25 years later with a Parapan silver medal in his pocket. He had one coach in particular he wanted to thank for...
Millsaps Names Justin LeBlanc New Athletic Director
Millsaps College is pleased to announce the appointment of Justin LeBlanc as its new athletic director. LeBlanc, who most recently served as associate athletic director and head women's basketball coach at...
Alumni Spotlight: Meghan Brock, Class of 2005
We are excited to highlight Meghan Brock, a Millsaps College alumna whose journey exemplifies the power of adaptability, perseverance and the value of a well-rounded education. Meghan’s path from anthropology...
Alumni Spotlight: Madelyn Palomeque, Class of 2014
We’re excited to spotlight Madelyn Palomeque, a distinguished alumna of Millsaps College, who graduated in 2014 with a double major in business administration and economics. Madelyn’s college experience was...
Alumni Spotlight: Amanda Gerhardt, Class of 2018
We're thrilled to shine a spotlight on Amanda Gerhardt, a talented Millsaps College alumna who has made remarkable strides in the field of commercial real estate. Amanda's journey reflects the value of a...
Majors First! Millsaps Launches Support Network for First-Gen Students
Navigating the journey to and through college is a challenge for all students, but is even more daunting for those who are the first in their families to pursue education beyond high school. Millsaps...
Millsaps to the Moon!
Millsaps College has produced countless successful alumni, but few have their sights set as high as Spencer Wingfield, Class of 2021. Now working on NASA's groundbreaking Artemis program, Wingfield's journey...
Mr. Barber Goes to Washington
When Batton Barber checks his blood glucose levels between classes, he's not just managing his Type 1 diabetes—he's fueling a mission that recently took him from Millsaps to the halls of Congress in...