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Alcorn State student receives First South Farm Credit scholarship

Alcorn State University senior Tyrese Buck, an agricultural science major with an emphasis in animal and pre-veterinary science, has been awarded a $2,000 scholarship from Read More

Alcorn State pays tribute to Dr. Jesse Harness Sr. during building naming ceremony

Last Friday, Alcorn State University celebrated more than just a building dedication—it honored a lifetime of extraordinary service. The Agriculture and Extension Center will now Read More

Wakefield tapped to lead Alcorn State’s College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences

Dexter B. Wakefield I has been appointed dean of the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences (CAAS) at Alcorn State University. “The Office of Academic Read More

From Memphis to China: How one Alcorn State sophomore is bridging agricultural divides

When Trinitee Dickerson boarded a plane to China as part of the 2024 U.S. China Agriculture Roundtable delegation, she wasn't just crossing geographical boundaries - Read More

Alcorn Gears Up for The Greatest Homecoming of All Time, 2024

“Beneath the shade of giant trees,” Alcorn State University is gearing up to host The Greatest Homecoming of All Time. The 2024 Homecoming celebration, themed College Read More

Alcorn State University to inaugurate Dr. Tracy M. Cook as 21st president

Alcorn State University announces the inaugural events for its 21st president, Dr. Tracy M. Cook. The highlight of the week will be the Investiture Ceremony, Read More

Alcorn State University named Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader for third consecutive year

For the third consecutive year, Alcorn State University has been honored as a Fulbright Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Institutional Leader. The U.S. Department of State Read More

E. D’Wayne Robinson appointed as Alcorn State’s new director of athletics

Alcorn State University President Tracy M. Cook announces the appointment of E. D'Wayne Robinson as the new director of intercollegiate athletics, effective September 15. He Read More

Alcorn to host annual High School and Transfer Day on Sept. 14

Prospective students will get to see what Alcorn State University offers during its annual recruiting event. Alcorn’s Office of Admissions and Recruiting will host the Read More

Ali, English collaborate to enhance biosecurity for underserved family farms in Mississippi and Arkansas

Two 1890 researchers have teamed up to advance biosecurity for underserved family farms.  Dr. Emran Ali, Alcorn State University (ASU), and Dr. Henry English, University Read More

Alcorn State University secures nearly $1.7 million in research and professional development grants from USDA

The College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences (CAAS) at Alcorn State University announces over $1.7 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Read More

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