MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS (02/16/2026)-- Nearly 1,400 students are on the fall 2025 Graduation List at Mississippi State University. Recent graduates include:
Brandi Altman, of Quitman, MS. Altman received the Bachelor of Science from MSU's College of Arts and Sciences.
Ethan Baxley, of Enterprise, MS. Baxley received the Bachelor of University Studies from MSU's College of Professional and Continuing Studies.
Ali Mehr, of Enterprise, MS. Mehr received the Bachelor of Accountancy Magna Cum Laude from MSU's Adkerson School of Accountancy.
Candace Richardson, of Stonewall, MS. Richardson received the Bachelor of Science Cum Laude from MSU's College of Arts and Sciences.
MSU President Mark E. Keenum congratulated graduates as the December ceremony's keynote speaker, emphasizing the world-class education they received and the core MSU values it reflects-integrity, hard work and respect for others.
"I want you to be known as the person who people can always trust and count on because of your impeccable integrity; I want you to be known as the person who always excels and does their very best because of your strong work ethic; and I want you to be known as being the person other people enjoy being around because you're nice, kind, thoughtful and considerate of others," he said. "You're about to receive a diploma that says 'Mississippi State' on it. People will see that name and know you are part of a wonderful family. That's why your diploma is so valued-because of who we are."
