Hail State Holidays

�㽶ֱ��students, staff, and faculty kick-off the holiday season with an annual Christmas tree and menorah lighting. The exciting tradition beings the start of many cozy and community based winter holiday inspired activities happening on campus while making spirits bright. (Pictured from L to R,) P for Access, Opportunity, and Success- Dr. Ra'sheda Forbes, Miss �㽶ֱ��2024- Sarah Randolph, Student Association President- Carson McFatridge, �㽶ֱ��President Dr Mark. Keenum, President of �㽶ֱ��Hilell-Gabriella Arbesfel — Photo by **Grace Cockrell**

November 20, 2024

Mississippi State students, faculty and staff kick off the holiday season with the annual Christmas tree and menorah lighting on Tuesday [Nov. 19]. The exciting university tradition brings members of the �㽶ֱ��family together each November before final exams begin. Joining mascots Bully and Belle are, from left, Vice President for Access, Opportunity and Success Ra'sheda Forbes; Miss �㽶ֱ��Sarah Randolph; Student Association President Carson McFatridge; �㽶ֱ��President Mark E. Keenum; �㽶ֱ��Hilell President Gabriella Arbesfeld; and Vice President for Student Affairs Regina Hyatt.