February 19, 2013

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Bulldog Bound Perspectives - Matt LaRochelle

Matt LaRochelle
Matt LaRochelle

Meet Matt LaRochelle, a transfer student from Holmes Community College in Grenada, Mississippi. Matt made his decision to come to Mississippi State University because of the new Environmental Economics and Management major, the close proximity of the campus to his hometown of Winona, Mississippi and the many opportunities that MSU had to offer.

"I love the atmosphere of the MSU campus. Whether it's tailgating in the fall for football games or walking through the Junction between classes, there is always a friendly and exciting atmosphere that makes you proud to be part of MSU. I chose my major because as society continues to "go green", I feel there would be an increasing demand for EEM graduates. This is one small way to pay back to society and help the environment. When I first came here, I was an English major, but I quickly realized I would rather be in EEM program. You should always be thoughtful and passionate about what you do. I believe that coming to MSU was one of the best decisions I ever made."

~Matt LaRochelle, Winona, MS


Academic Major Insight - Environmental Economics & Management

EEM Class At Work
EEM Class At Work

Want to protect the environment? Consider Environmental Economics and Management. Fact: Your friends, policy-makers and others are more convinced when arguments to protect the environment are based on solid economic thinking.

In the Environmental Economics and Management major, students learn how economists, using the economic standard of comparing benefits and costs, make decisions about the environment. A wide variety of environmental topics are covered including local and global pollution problems, water quality, water quantity, forest management, fisheries management, and sustainability, among other cutting edge topics. Students learn about how free-riding hinders a global greenhouse gas reductions agreement, and about how large external costs can lead to a "tragedy of the commons" in which animal species go extinct. Students also learn about the economic theory of making decisions for an entire society consisting of diverse people with diverse preferences over the environment and everything else. In addition to the core economics classes of the major, students also take courses in ecology, environmental policy and environmental law.


Bulldog Family Weekend

Parents at Bulldog Family Weekend
Parents at Bulldog Family Weekend

On Friday, February 15, 2013, the Office of Parent Services kicked off the inaugural Bulldog Family Weekend on the Mississippi State University campus. The main goal for the weekend was to give families the True Maroon experience and see why students love being Bulldogs. Activities for families to participate in during the weekend included: volunteering, attending an MSU baseball game, listening to guest speaker, Professor Whit Waide, and exploring the city of Starkville.

The Office of Parent Services is housed within the Dean of Students Office and its mission is to provide parents with the resources to become familiar with Mississippi State life and how the university operates. Parents can contact the Office of Parent Services with questions and concerns by email or by phone at 662-325-3611.


Holmes Cultural Diversity Center

Students performing in HCDC Event
Students performing in HCDC Event

The Holmes Cultural Diversity Center (HCDC) at Mississippi State University strives to enhance the college experience of culturally diverse students. The HCDC encourages, through sensitivity training and programming, the development of all cultures, especially minority and international students.

Formerly known as the Office of Minority Affairs, the Holmes Cultural Diversity Center was renamed in 1991 and dedicated to Dr. Richard E. Holmes, the first African American alumnus of MSU. HCDC offers peer counseling and ambassador programs aimed at helping freshman and transfer students make a successful transition to university life. The HCDC continues to improve programming and awareness of all students.


How To Get Tagged

Community College Freshmen - If you're bound for Mississippi State, go ahead and Get Tagged! There are 2 ways to become part of our Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG) program.

If you were admitted to MSU as a freshman for Fall 2012 but decided to attend a community college first, just go back to apply.msstate.edu, log back in to your application and click the "TAG ME" button. Please tell us where you're attending community college and update your contact information as needed.

If you're in your first year of Community College but did NOT apply for admission to State as a freshman, you can still Get Tagged, too. Go to apply.msstate.edu and follow the directions to apply to the TAG program.

If you're a community college sophomore or a student planning to transfer from another 4-year institution, then the TAG program will not be the best fit for you. The traditional application for admission for Fall 2013 will be your best route.

Questions about Getting Tagged? Email us at TAG@msstate.edu.


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