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Welcome to the SSRC

A multi-and inter- disciplinary research center with over 70 years of experience, the Social Science Research Center promotes, enhances, and facilitates social science research and scholarly activities.

About the SSRC

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Our Expertise

Our range of interdisciplinary involvement includes partnerships that go beyond the traditional social sciences. Discover how we could collaborate with you.

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Where We Work

Our work touches regions and people groups around the globe working with agencies and foundations at a state, federal, and international level.

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Our Products

Each research project produces publications, reports, and other final products. Check out a selection of our latest releases here!

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About Us

Learn about the history of the center, our partners & sponsors, our current leadership, and employment opportunities.

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Our People

Our team consists of over 200 faculty, researchers, staff, and students. Learn a little about each and how to contact them.

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News & Media

Our communication team provides regular project and center updates through The Chronicles, news releases, feature stories, and our annual reports.

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The Chronicles

Check out the SSRC's monthly newsletter.

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Latest From the SSRC

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MSU SSRC announces new Mississippi Education Policy Fellows

October 18, 2024 Read More
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MSU researchers developing support networks for rural college STEM programs with $2M NSF grant

October 18, 2024 Read More

July & August 2024 Chronicles

September 11, 2024 Read More

May & June 2024 Chronicles

July 17, 2024 Read More
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Supporting Units

The SSRC is supported by the following units:
Mississippi State University Office of Research and Economic Development logo
MSU Division of Agriculture, Forestry, and Veterinary Medicine logo
Mississippi State University MS Agricultural Forestry and Experiment Station logo