Autonomous systems event @ MSU

STARKVILLE, Miss. - Mississippi State University is hosting a symposium on Nov. 14 to inspire innovation in autonomous systems across air, land and sea. 

The event takes place from 1-5 p.m. in the Colvard Student Union Ballroom on campus and is open to the entire university community and guests. 

The symposium begins with a panel featuring guests from organizations such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Geological Survey, Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International, Mississippi Department of Transportation and WISPR Systems.

The second half will feature a panel with guests representing MSU research centers and institutes. MSU’s Office of Research and Economic Development organized the event.

Autonomous systems are proving essential to a variety of sectors and industries, with applications for improving productivity, mitigating dangerous conditions and overcoming dwindling workforces. 

MSU is recognized as a leader for research and development to help industry and government stakeholders meet demands for new technologies, and the preparation of a trained workforce. 

Autonomous technologies are impacting economic development, agriculture, aerospace and marine industries, as well as creating new methods for data analysis and driving a need for innovative paths to commercialization. (MSU 11/10/23) MSU symposium explores autonomous innovations across air, land and sea | Mississippi State University (msstate.edu) 

Native American history event @ MSU

STARKVILLE, Miss. - Mississippi State University is observing Native American/American Indian History Month with events hosted by groups and keynote from Chief Cyrus Ben of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. 

The signature event of this month, “Life As: Fostering Identity Through Academic Achievement,” will feature a keynote speech from Chief Cyrus Ben on Nov. 15 from 6-7:30 p.m. in Fowlkes Auditorium in Colvard Student Union on campus. (MSU 11/10/23) MSU celebrates Native American/American Indian History Month with cultural events | Mississippi State University (msstate.edu)