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 suturing techniques from career...
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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...
Spooky Surprise: How a Halloween Hike Led to a New Discovery
When Dr. Brent Hendrixson, tarantula expert extraordinaire, set out on the final hike of his sabbatical in the Chiricahua Mountains, he wasn’t expecting to meet an eight-legged surprise. But when a rare...
Millsaps Receives $58,000 Grant from Disney Conservation Fund
Millsaps College was recently awarded a $58,000 grant from the Disney Conservation Fund to support its ongoing research at the Kaxil Kiuic Biocultural Reserve in the Puuc region of northern Yucatan, Mexico....
Else School Students Shape the Future of Business
At the Else School of Management at Millsaps, students don’t just learn about the world of business—they live it. Through the innovative ELSEWORKS entrepreneurship program, students receive real-world,...
Becoming A Student of the Process: Alumni Spotlight on Colby Jubenville
Colby Jubenville’s journey from a struggling Millsaps student to a top talent development expert is a story of hard work, determination and the transformative power of education. Millsaps didn’t just set him...