COB Centennial Celebration
What an exciting time in the life of the College of Business at Mississippi State University! We are in the midst of celebrating our 100th anniversary. Founded on October 15, 1915, the College of Business is the oldest college of business in the state and one of the oldest in the South.
For the COB Centennial Anniversary Celebration, we launch an exciting new branding campaign: WE MEAN BUSINESS. Our tagline is strong and bold, and exemplifies the mentality of our students, faculty and more than 32,000 College of Business alumni.
Throughout 2015, we have incorporated six key words that also demonstrate specifically what “We Mean” in the College of Business. Videos, stories, events and banners in and around McCool Hall will be unveiled with each word.
•Leadership. We mean… students, alumni, friends, and faculty who are confident, strategic thinkers who are willing to lead and open to new challenges.
•Discovery. We mean… leading-edge research for professors, graduate and undergraduate students.
•Innovation. We mean… Fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship for our students, offering real-world experience for ambitious students with a creative drive.
•Opportunity. We mean… affording our students the ability to achieve success in the business world, through scholarships, outstanding faculty, state
of the art learning resources, study abroad internships and career networking opportunities. internships and career networking opportunities.
•Integrity. We mean… stressing the importance of responsible decision-making in all circumstances, whether or not anyone is watching.
•Community. We mean… embracing the values of service, compassion, and giving back to foster a better world.
Over the last century, the College of Business at Mississippi State University has produced more than 32,000 graduates—from all 50 states and142 countries—each one an important part of our rich history. We invite you to join us throughout 2015 as we celebrate this historic milestone as we continue to lead in excellence for the next 100 years.
To learn more, please visit the official Centennial Celebration Website!