MSU College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

We loved sharing our dairy products with congress.

We are so proud of our employees recognized with Zacharias Distinguished Staff Awards!

—Mark Hall, research associate II, North Mississippi Research and Extension Center: Pontotoc-Flatwoods Branch Experiment Station

—Zach Ivy, facilities coordinator, North Mississippi Research and Extension Center

—MaryAnn Latham, program and grant development specialist, Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station

Congratulations to the university staff members who were recognized for their exemplary professionalism and dedication with this year’s Donald W. Zacharias Distinguished Staff Awards!

“This is one of the most dynamic universities anywhere in the nation, and it’s great because of the people I’m looking at—all of you. Y’all run this campus,” said MSU President Mark E. Keenum, who presented the awards and congratulated award winners, as well as all nominees.

Ever noticed that buttons and zippers are on opposite sides in men’s and women’s clothing? The answer goes back centuries—and has roots in class, fashion and gender norms. Find out more from our fashion design and merchandising faculty.

Why are buttons and zippers on different sides of men’s and women’s clothes? Centuries-old habits shaped today’s fashion standards.

Rooted in service, sharpened by brotherhood. From the cattle farm in Bay Springs to leadership, medicine and service as students, August and Addison Jones are building a legacy grounded in faith, family and giving back to Mississippi.

Congratulations August on your graduation and acceptance to medical school!

Hail State!

Read more at https://www.msstate.edu/our-people/2026/05/august-and-addison-jones

We love showcasing research!

Last week, we celebrated some of our outstanding students at the CALS Student Awards Ceremony.

Join us in congratulating those honored with the CALS Dean’s Scholar distinction, undergraduate researchers selected for the George M. Hopper Award, and inductees into the CALS Hall of Fame.

Interested in becoming a registered dietician? We have a path to get you there. Learn more from our Dietetic Internship Director, Jaqlene Villalpando and dietetic intern Jadyn Bowen.

Influence March 2026 Learn about dietetic internships and how they prepare you for a career as a registered dietician.

We are breaking ground on the new Department of Poultry Science, Mississippi State University Feed Mill. Thank you to our industry partners for making this day possible. We are excited for the future!

https://www.msstate.edu/newsroom/article/2026/05/msu-breaks-ground-new-poultry-feed-mill

Last Friday, seven CALS students were honored as 2026 Spirit of State recipients.

This premier student award recognizes those who have made a profound impact at MSU during their academic journey.

Join us in congratulating the following students:
-Payton Mansell; Senior, Environmental Economics & Sustainability
-Claire Green; Senior, Biochemistry
-Bowen Mansell; Senior, Biochemistry
-Georgia Neill; Senior, Agribusiness
-James Walker; Senior, Agricultural Science
-Tanner Marlow; Graduate Student, Biological Sciences, Agronomy Alumnus
-Gabrielle Gordon; Senior, Biochemistry (not pictured)