Presidential Spotlight

Presidential Spotlight

Starkville Fire Chief Rodger Mann, right, receives a hearty serving from MSU President Mark Keenum, left, and Starkville Mayor Parker Wiseman during a Thanksgiving luncheon on Monday.

Starkville Fire Chief Rodger Mann, right, receives a hearty serving from MSU President Mark Keenum…

Nov 26, 2013

Sen. Roger Wicker spoke to Mississippi State students in President Mark Keenum's leadership class Monday [Nov.

Sen. Roger Wicker spoke to Mississippi State students in President Mark Keenum's leadership…

Nov 25, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum, left, thanks Riley Foundation Chairman Robert B. Deen Jr., center, and Vice President Marty Davidson for an $11 million grant to fund a new kinesiology program at MSU-Meridian.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum, left, thanks Riley Foundation Chairman Robert B. Deen Jr., center,…

Nov 21, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum spoke to students in the Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences' senior seminar class Monday.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum spoke to students in the Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences…

Nov 19, 2013

U.S. Senator Thad Cochran was "front and center" for the coin toss for the Nov.

U.S. Senator Thad Cochran was "front and center" for the coin toss for the Nov. 16 MSU…

Nov 18, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum and his daughter Torie were on hand before the MSU vs.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum and his daughter Torie were on hand before the MSU vs. University of…

Nov 18, 2013

Dr. Mark E. Keenum, right, presents a cowbell as token of appreciation to Tadaharu Yamamoto, president of Yokohama Tire Manufacturing Mississippi, the new, West Point-based subsidary of Yokohama Tire Corp.

Dr. Mark E. Keenum, right, presents a cowbell as token of appreciation to Tadaharu Yamamoto,…

Nov 14, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum addresses students participating in the Brazil Scientific Mobility Undergraduate Program, a Brazilian government program that sends students in STEM -- science, technology, engineering and mathematics -- to study in universit

MSU President Mark E. Keenum addresses students participating in the Brazil Scientific Mobility…

Nov 13, 2013

Director of Baseball operations Tyler Bratton, left, and players Hunter Renfroe and Wes Rea present MSU President Mark E. Keenum with a College World Series ring.

Director of Baseball operations Tyler Bratton, left, and players Hunter Renfroe and Wes Rea present…

Oct 31, 2013

Dr. and Mrs. Mark E. Keenum recently hosted a reception for the university's scholars enrolled in the Mississippi Excellence in Teaching Program.

Dr. and Mrs. Mark E. Keenum recently hosted a reception for the university's scholars enrolled…

Oct 16, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum hosts the Oct.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum hosts the Oct. 15 ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Chadwick Lake…

Oct 15, 2013

From left to right: Jim Rosenblatt, Dean of the Mississippi College School of Law, President Mark Keenum, and Whit Waide, an MSU instructor in political science and public administration pose at a reception at the President's house following the legal ed

From left to right: Jim Rosenblatt, Dean of the Mississippi College School of Law, President Mark…

Oct 11, 2013

The Mississippi Economic Council, best known as the "state chamber of commerce," held meetings Friday, Oct.

The Mississippi Economic Council, best known as the "state chamber of commerce," held…

Oct 04, 2013

Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack toured several U.S. Department of Agriculture research projects being conducted on the Starkville campus of Mississippi State University on Wednesday [Sept.

Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack toured several U.S. Department of Agriculture research…

Sep 25, 2013

Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack toured several U.S. Department of Agriculture research projects being conducted on the Starkville campus of Mississippi State University on Wednesday [Sept.

Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack toured several U.S. Department of Agriculture research…

Sep 25, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum speaks with news reporters after a Sept.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum speaks with news reporters after a Sept. 22 press conference hosted by…

Sep 24, 2013

Lex Taylor, center, of Taylor Machine Works in Louisville, participates in MSU President Mark E. Keenum's Honors Seminar in Leadership class.

Lex Taylor, center, of Taylor Machine Works in Louisville, participates in MSU President Mark E.…

Sep 17, 2013

Pictured with MSU President Mark E. Keenum, far right, the university’s newest class of Presidential Scholars include, (front, from left) Sallie Lin, Emily Damm, Haley Wilcutt, Holly Travis, (middle, from left) Max Moseley, Jack Bryan, Aalaap Desai, Ro

Pictured with MSU President Mark E. Keenum, far right, the university’s newest class of…

Sep 13, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum, center, recently spoke to students in Mississippi State's TRIO Program during their annual luncheon held in Montgomery Hall.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum, center, recently spoke to students in Mississippi State's TRIO…

Sep 13, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum conveyed optimism about the university’s long-term prospects during his fall faculty address Wednesday [Sept.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum conveyed optimism about the university’s long-term prospects during…

Sep 11, 2013

Mississippi State's annual Men of Color Summit featured an opportunity for prominent African-American leaders to gather on campus and learn from each other.

Mississippi State's annual Men of Color Summit featured an opportunity for prominent African-…

Sep 06, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum rings a cowbell during the Drill Monday night.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum rings a cowbell during the Drill Monday night. A tradition with roots…

Aug 20, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum and his son, Rett, help a freshman as she moves into Magnolia Hall Saturday.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum and his son, Rett, help a freshman as she moves into Magnolia Hall…

Aug 10, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum gave the summer commencement address to Jones County Junior College's 2013 summer graduates during his visit to the Ellisville campus Friday.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum gave the summer commencement address to Jones County Junior College…

Aug 02, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum visited with Gov.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum visited with Gov. Phil Bryant on Founder's Square at the Neshoba…

Aug 01, 2013

President Keenum was presented the National Finalist trophy during Thursday night's Bulldog baseball celebration.

President Keenum was presented the National Finalist trophy during Thursday night's Bulldog…

Jun 28, 2013

The ceremonial first pitch for the Atlanta Braves was thrown out against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Turner Field on June 4 by Mississippi State University President Mark E. Keenum.

The ceremonial first pitch for the Atlanta Braves was thrown out against the Pittsburgh Pirates at…

Jun 17, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum presents a cowbell to President Lusheng Huang of Jiangxi Agricultural University in Nanchang, China.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum presents a cowbell to President Lusheng Huang of Jiangxi Agricultural…

Jun 06, 2013

Mississippi State University President Mark E. Keenum welcomed some 384 delegates from across the state Sunday to the 2013 Mississippi American Legion Boys State program.

Mississippi State University President Mark E. Keenum welcomed some 384 delegates from across the…

May 26, 2013

Janet Marie Smith, alumna and internationally recognized architect, rings her new cowbell, a gift from MSU President Mark E. Keenum.

Janet Marie Smith, alumna and internationally recognized architect, rings her new cowbell, a gift…

May 13, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum shakes the hand of Kiefer Slaton, of Vicksburg, during Friday night's commencement ceremony.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum shakes the hand of Kiefer Slaton, of Vicksburg, during Friday night…

May 13, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum spoke to more than 100 youth on Monday during the Cal Ripken, Sr.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum spoke to more than 100 youth on Monday during the Cal Ripken, Sr.…

May 06, 2013

Mississippi Gov.

Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant, Yokohama Tire Corporation president Hikomitsu Noji and Mississippi…

Apr 30, 2013

The ExxonMobil Foundation recently presented MSU President Mark E. Keenum with over $218,000 in matching funds for contributions made university-wide by its MSU-educated employees, retirees and surviving spouses in 2012.

The ExxonMobil Foundation recently presented MSU President Mark E. Keenum with over $218,000 in…

Apr 12, 2013

Fostering an environment of innovation and creativity and inspiring students to be successful in a fast-paced and changing world are goals that Mississippi State President Mark E. Keenum said are in line with the university’s vision.

Fostering an environment of innovation and creativity and inspiring students to be successful in a…

Apr 05, 2013

MSU held a ceremony for the dedication of Mary Lyn and Niles R. Moseley Hall.

MSU held a ceremony for the dedication of Mary Lyn and Niles R. Moseley Hall. Formerly known as…

Apr 05, 2013

Mississippi State TRIO students enjoyed a visit and talk from MSU President Mark E. Keenum at a recent luncheon.

Mississippi State TRIO students enjoyed a visit and talk from MSU President Mark E. Keenum at a…

Apr 02, 2013

Mississippi State's annual Manufacturing Summit gathers state and federal officials to discuss how to address the challenges faced by furniture manufacturers in the Magnolia State.

Mississippi State's annual Manufacturing Summit gathers state and federal officials to discuss…

Mar 27, 2013

Mississippi State President Mark E. Keenum, right, presents Gov.

Mississippi State President Mark E. Keenum, right, presents Gov. Phil Bryant a gift. Bryant offered…

Mar 27, 2013

The Mississippi Board of Trustees of the State Institutions of Higher Learning recently held its diversity celebration by recognizing campus and community leaders for their impact on advancing diversity and encouraging understanding and respect.

The Mississippi Board of Trustees of the State Institutions of Higher Learning recently held its…

Mar 27, 2013

Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice shows off her Bulldog spirit as she receives a cowbell from MSU President Mark E. Keenum.

Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice shows off her Bulldog spirit as she receives a…

Mar 27, 2013

Condoleezza Rice, former U.S. Secretary of State, visited Mississippi State University on Tuesday.

Condoleezza Rice, former U.S. Secretary of State, visited Mississippi State University on Tuesday.…

Mar 26, 2013

Shown at the reception following the memorial service for the late MSU President Emeritus Donald W. Zacharias were: MSU President Mark E. Keenum, left, Renee Grisham, John Grisham, MSU Athletic Director Scott Stricklin, and former MSU head football coach

Shown at the reception following the memorial service for the late MSU President Emeritus Donald W…

Mar 08, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum, left, and renowned author and MSU alumnus John Grisham were speakers at the memorial service for the late MSU President Emeritus Donald W. Zacharias.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum, left, and renowned author and MSU alumnus John Grisham were speakers…

Mar 08, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum speaks of the influence the late MSU President Emeritus Donald W. Zacharias had on his life and career during the March 7 memorial service held on campus in honor of Zacharias.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum speaks of the influence the late MSU President Emeritus Donald W.…

Mar 08, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum visits with Eric Zacharias and Mrs. Tommie Zacharias after the campus memorial service for their father and husband, the late MSU President Emeritus Donald W. Zacharias.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum visits with Eric Zacharias and Mrs. Tommie Zacharias after the campus…

Mar 08, 2013

MSU President Mark E. Keenum talks with Kenyan Ambassador Elkanah Odembo prior to a ceremonial tree planting at Mississippi State March 4.

MSU President Mark E. Keenum talks with Kenyan Ambassador Elkanah Odembo prior to a ceremonial tree…

Mar 04, 2013

Mississippi State University President Mark E. Keenum, seated right, and Starkville Mayor Parker Wiseman have declared March to be National Nutrition Month at MSU and in the city.

Mississippi State University President Mark E. Keenum, seated right, and Starkville Mayor Parker…

Feb 28, 2013