Mississippi University for Women banners decorate the Columbus, Miss., campus, Oct. 23, 2023. The university announced a proposal Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, to change its name to Mississippi Brightwell University, with officials saying the new name is supposed to reflect the diversity of the public institution that has been enrolling men since 1982. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
COLUMBUS, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi University for Women announced a proposal Monday to rebrand as Mississippi Brightwell University, with officials saying the new name is supposed to reflect the diversity of the public institution that has been enrolling men since 1982.
