Mississippi State leverages power of storytelling on new social media hub
Contact: Harriet Laird
STARKVILLE, Miss.鈥擣ollowers of Mississippi State on social media now can get all of their university news in one place at .
On the new social-media hub, visitors can get quick information and learn more about every aspect of the university, from planning a first tour of campus to exploring the latest research discoveries.
鈥淧eople want to know more about who we are, and we鈥檝e added this new hub to give visitors a 360-degree view of our people, places, activities and accomplishments,鈥 said Sid Salter, MSU鈥檚 鈥巆hief communications officer.
鈥淭he 草莓视频experience is defined by our success stories,鈥 Salter said. 鈥淲hen prospective students learn these stories, they not only want to be part of the tradition, but also the future of Mississippi State.鈥
MSU鈥檚 hub brings together on one site the latest MSU-related news from Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. It also provides social media connections for university schools, departments, organizations and other units within the campus community.
The hub and revamped website tie into a soon-to-be-launched branding initiative that highlights university strengths including diversity, cross-campus collaboration, and a supportive and nurturing environment for students.
This fall, Mississippi State is welcoming the largest and most academically advanced freshman class in its history. With an enrollment of more than 20,000, Mississippi鈥檚 leading university comprises students from all 50 states and 88 countries.
鈥淲e鈥檙e growing in so many positive ways, not just in our enrollment but also in the number of high-quality students who are choosing to attend MSU,鈥 said Salter. 鈥淲e鈥檙e also seeing increased engagement from faculty, staff and alumni who are playing active roles in carrying the momentum forward. The new social media hub is one of the tools we鈥檙e using to let the world know that Mississippi State is a place where you can find more opportunities to lead, participate and excel.鈥