The primary mission of the Graduate Council is to establish policies and procedures relative to the administration of graduate programs. The purposes of the Graduate Council are to provide for effective participation and deliberation by those concerned with graduate programs. The responsibilities of the Graduate Council are to consider any other matters relevant to Graduate Studies; and to authorize, recommend, or instruct the Graduate Dean to take appropriate actions to effect the results of its decisions. Questions should be directed to Dr. Valerie Morgan at (662) 846-4010 or vmorgan@doinghg.com.