As to the latter, when every posting-house and ale-house could produce somebody in the Captain's pay, ranging from the landlord to the lowest stable non-descript, it was the likeliest thing upon the cards.
President Simon has served with distinction as MSUâs President for 13 years and has been a constant presence at the university for more than 40 years. She literally has devoted her entire professional life to this institution, and more than anyone else has helped make MSU a national and international leader in higher education.
Dr. Mark E. Keenum Biographical Sketch Dr. Mark Everett Keenum became Mississippi Stateâs 19th president Jan. 5, 2009, following a distinguished public service career. In his eighth year of tenure, Dr. Keenum has guided Mississippi State to unprecedented heights. The university has experienced record enrollment growth to more than 21,600 students.