Giles Distinguished Professors annual luncheon
May 11, 2026
Mississippi State President Mark E. Keenum, left, welcomed the university’s Giles Distinguished Professors to his office recently for an annual luncheon. The highest award the university bestows on a faculty member, the honor is based on distinguished scholarship that includes outstanding research, teaching and service. Those attending were, first row next to Keenum: Jim Fowler, Merrill Warkentin, Janice Chambers, Wes Burger, Mohsen Razzaghi and Chris Snyder. Second row, from left, Daniel Peterson, Wes Schilling, Alan Marcus, Keith Coble and Mark Lawrence. PHOTO: Emily Grace McCall | Public Affairs