“Millsaps College is dedicated to academic excellence, open inquiry and free expression, the exploration of faith to inform vocation, and the innovative shaping of the social, economic, and cultural progress of our region.” Millsaps College Mission Statement
Mississippi is home to one of the country’s most celebrated liberal arts colleges. John Sewell, Director of Communications & Marketing of Millsaps College, says, “We are proud of the recognition that comes with being ranked as a top-tier college by publications such as U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, and CEO Magazine. In fact, in 2015 Forbes.com ranked Millsaps as ‘the best college in Mississippi’ alongside other colleges and universities such as Duke, Rice, Vanderbilt, Tulane and Emory.”
Millsaps is quite remarkable. Founded in 1890, Millsaps College recently celebrated its 125th anniversary! The first chapter of Phi Beta Kappa in Mississippi was established at Millsaps in 1989. And in the past year, Millsaps was proud to have two students selected as Rhodes and Fulbright Scholars! We had the pleasure of speaking with Sewell and learning more about Millsaps:
Tell us about your incredible faculty!
“Millsaps is fortunate to have a world-class faculty; in fact, 94% of our faculty members hold the highest degree possible in their discipline. When you combine that with an average class size of 14 students, it’s easy for students and faculty to build learning relationships that last a lifetime.”
What makes its location near downtown Jackson so unique and special?
“Millsaps is located across the street from the University of Mississippi Medical Center – perfect for a student who ultimately wants to become a physician or conduct scientific research. Every year, we have students who participate in undergraduate research programs and medical internships.
On our east side, we’re located across the street from the Belhaven neighborhood, with its rich historic and literary traditions – perfect for a student who wants to study the writings of Eudora Welty as they develop their own voice and style for the printed page.
On our west side, we’re across the street from Midtown, a neighborhood that has struggled with economic development, education, and housing issues for years. Students are invested in working with the neighborhood through the 1 Campus 1 Community program, working in the schools through our education department, and supporting the economic growth of Midtown through programs developed by the Else School of Management.
And to the south, we’re close to the hub of government and business for the state – perfect for a student who seeks a career in the law, marketing, accounting, or any other business-related area. Internship opportunities abound for students through our Career Center and external partnerships developed and nurtured over time.
Finally, our location is close to great music, food, and fun. We’re only a mile or so from the Fondren district, with its eclectic mix of restaurants and coffee houses, and downtown is nearby offering even more places to go for fun on the weekends.”
What does Millsaps offer incoming students that other schools do not?
“We provide a four-year graduation guarantee for all undergraduates, regardless of their chosen course of study. Our Compass Curriculum, implemented in the fall of 2015 for all incoming freshmen, is a key building block in the Millsaps experience. All students, regardless of their ultimate career goal, will participate in courses that provide them the skills of critical thinking and writing, along with required courses in business knowledge, fine arts, mathematics, non-native language, STEM experience, and understanding of the natural and social world. Students can also earn a bachelors degree and MBA or Masters of Accountancy in five years, and many business leaders enroll in our Executive MBA program.”
Describe the Millsaps motto, Ad Excellentiam:
“Our motto, ad excellentiam, means ‘toward excellence.’ It sums up our focus in everything we do, from the classroom to athletics to public events.”
How has Rob Pearigen changed Millsaps for the better?
“As the 11th president of Millsaps College, Dr. Rob Pearigen brought a wealth of experience, along with an exciting vision for the College, when he was inaugurated in 2010. His passion for a liberal arts education, combined with his inexhaustible energy for Millsaps as he travels around the country (and beyond), have raised the visibility of the College to new heights. Enrollment is up, giving is up, and there is an excitement about Millsaps and what the future holds for the College.”
Tell me about the Millsaps graduates living internationally! What sets these Millsaps grads apart from other college graduates?
“The only real difference between our graduates living and working overseas, as compared to those here in the States, is their address. The work being done by Millsaps alumni ranges from cutting edge cancer research in New Jersey to multi-national financial deals in London. They are all doing amazing work, but our alumni who are living abroad do offer new and varied audiences for the Millsaps message. We are working closely with them to tell the Millsaps story to prospective students who are interested in studying in America.”
What sets Millsaps apart from other Mississippi schools?
“We’re not just a school – we’re a community of incredibly talented faculty, students, and staff, working toward a common goal of excellence in everything we do. We make good on our promise of a world-class education at an affordable value through scholarships and the four-year guarantee. Millsaps boasts the highest four-year graduation rate of any school in MS, and 95% of Millsaps graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate/professional school 6 months post-graduation. That’s why The Economist ranking of alumni outcomes places Millsaps in the top 14% of college graduates across the U.S., ahead of Sewanee, Rhodes, Birmingham Southern, Ole Miss, LSU, and Mississippi State, and the White House College Scorecard data show that Millsaps ranks #1 in the state for alumni earnings ten years post graduation.
What is Millsaps' hope for their students/graduates?
“Keep asking questions. Keep learning. Keep challenging. Keep changing the world for the better.”
Thank you so much, John! For more information on Millsaps College, please visit their website here. All photographs courtesy of Millsaps College.
Mississippi is home to one of the country’s most celebrated liberal arts colleges. John Sewell, Director of Communications & Marketing of Millsaps College, says, “We are proud of the recognition that comes with being ranked as a top-tier college by publications such as U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, and CEO Magazine. In fact, in 2015 Forbes.com ranked Millsaps as ‘the best college in Mississippi’ alongside other colleges and universities such as Duke, Rice, Vanderbilt, Tulane and Emory.”
Millsaps is quite remarkable. Founded in 1890, Millsaps College recently celebrated its 125th anniversary! The first chapter of Phi Beta Kappa in Mississippi was established at Millsaps in 1989. And in the past year, Millsaps was proud to have two students selected as Rhodes and Fulbright Scholars! We had the pleasure of speaking with Sewell and learning more about Millsaps:
Tell us about your incredible faculty!
“Millsaps is fortunate to have a world-class faculty; in fact, 94% of our faculty members hold the highest degree possible in their discipline. When you combine that with an average class size of 14 students, it’s easy for students and faculty to build learning relationships that last a lifetime.”
What makes its location near downtown Jackson so unique and special?
“Millsaps is located across the street from the University of Mississippi Medical Center – perfect for a student who ultimately wants to become a physician or conduct scientific research. Every year, we have students who participate in undergraduate research programs and medical internships.
On our east side, we’re located across the street from the Belhaven neighborhood, with its rich historic and literary traditions – perfect for a student who wants to study the writings of Eudora Welty as they develop their own voice and style for the printed page.
On our west side, we’re across the street from Midtown, a neighborhood that has struggled with economic development, education, and housing issues for years. Students are invested in working with the neighborhood through the 1 Campus 1 Community program, working in the schools through our education department, and supporting the economic growth of Midtown through programs developed by the Else School of Management.
And to the south, we’re close to the hub of government and business for the state – perfect for a student who seeks a career in the law, marketing, accounting, or any other business-related area. Internship opportunities abound for students through our Career Center and external partnerships developed and nurtured over time.
Finally, our location is close to great music, food, and fun. We’re only a mile or so from the Fondren district, with its eclectic mix of restaurants and coffee houses, and downtown is nearby offering even more places to go for fun on the weekends.”
What does Millsaps offer incoming students that other schools do not?
“We provide a four-year graduation guarantee for all undergraduates, regardless of their chosen course of study. Our Compass Curriculum, implemented in the fall of 2015 for all incoming freshmen, is a key building block in the Millsaps experience. All students, regardless of their ultimate career goal, will participate in courses that provide them the skills of critical thinking and writing, along with required courses in business knowledge, fine arts, mathematics, non-native language, STEM experience, and understanding of the natural and social world. Students can also earn a bachelors degree and MBA or Masters of Accountancy in five years, and many business leaders enroll in our Executive MBA program.”
Describe the Millsaps motto, Ad Excellentiam:
“Our motto, ad excellentiam, means ‘toward excellence.’ It sums up our focus in everything we do, from the classroom to athletics to public events.”
How has Rob Pearigen changed Millsaps for the better?
“As the 11th president of Millsaps College, Dr. Rob Pearigen brought a wealth of experience, along with an exciting vision for the College, when he was inaugurated in 2010. His passion for a liberal arts education, combined with his inexhaustible energy for Millsaps as he travels around the country (and beyond), have raised the visibility of the College to new heights. Enrollment is up, giving is up, and there is an excitement about Millsaps and what the future holds for the College.”
Tell me about the Millsaps graduates living internationally! What sets these Millsaps grads apart from other college graduates?
“The only real difference between our graduates living and working overseas, as compared to those here in the States, is their address. The work being done by Millsaps alumni ranges from cutting edge cancer research in New Jersey to multi-national financial deals in London. They are all doing amazing work, but our alumni who are living abroad do offer new and varied audiences for the Millsaps message. We are working closely with them to tell the Millsaps story to prospective students who are interested in studying in America.”
What sets Millsaps apart from other Mississippi schools?
“We’re not just a school – we’re a community of incredibly talented faculty, students, and staff, working toward a common goal of excellence in everything we do. We make good on our promise of a world-class education at an affordable value through scholarships and the four-year guarantee. Millsaps boasts the highest four-year graduation rate of any school in MS, and 95% of Millsaps graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate/professional school 6 months post-graduation. That’s why The Economist ranking of alumni outcomes places Millsaps in the top 14% of college graduates across the U.S., ahead of Sewanee, Rhodes, Birmingham Southern, Ole Miss, LSU, and Mississippi State, and the White House College Scorecard data show that Millsaps ranks #1 in the state for alumni earnings ten years post graduation.
What is Millsaps' hope for their students/graduates?
“Keep asking questions. Keep learning. Keep challenging. Keep changing the world for the better.”
Thank you so much, John! For more information on Millsaps College, please visit their website here. All photographs courtesy of Millsaps College.
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