Community & Society

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State Alum's Mill Fire Photo on Cover of National Magazine
A fiery image, taken by photographer and ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ alumnus Jerry Jividen at the December Star of the West mill fire in downtown ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, is featured on the cover of a national firefighter magazine.

Partners in Success: ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State and City Collaborate for the Win
More than a decade of collaboration has meant success for ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ and the city of ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ.

IN A FLASH: Large Format Presidential History

What to Know ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ the East Palestine Train Derailment

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ and Jackson State University: Campuses Connected by Tragedy and Transformation
ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State students who traveled to Jackson State University during an alternative winter break trip had in-depth, hands-on exposure to survivors of the May 15, 1970, police shooting, which killed two people; the youngest Freedom Rider, Hezekiah Watkins; and the home of Myrlie and Medgar Evers, a National Monument.

How to Talk to Your Neighbor: Workshop Will Teach the Art of Community Dialogue
You know how at Thanksgiving dinner, everyone is trained to avoid the touchy subjects – politics, religion, money?

How Can We Best Support Mothers Experiencing Homelessness?
One ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State researcher is working to understand how support services and housing can keep groups like single mothers out of vulnerable situations.

My Furry Valentine
A doggie kissing booth at the ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Student Center today helped raise funds for service dogs in training.

The School Of Theatre And Dance Presents "Urinetown"
ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµâ€™s School of Theater and Dance is continuing is 2022-2023 season with the production of "Urinetown" running February 24 through March 5 in E. Turner Stump Theatre, located in the Center for the Performing Arts.

IN A FLASH: Inspiration Across Generations
Bernice King met with ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ State students before her keynote speech on Thursday, Feb. 2.