Two local individuals were among the 201 students honored as the 2023-2024 class of Who’s Who Among Students at The University of Mississippi.

Local honorees are Carley Craig of Brookhaven and Baleigh Brumfield of Summit. Craig is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biochemistry. Brumfield is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics and Nutrition.

Who’s Who Among Students is a respected honor program recognizing seniors who excel academically and demonstrate leadership and community service on and off campus.

“Nearly all of these 201 Who’s Who awardees began their college careers during the fall 2020 semester in the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Brent Marsh, assistant vice chancellor for student affairs and dean of students.

“This was a trying time for everyone, yet these students persisted and prevailed. Undaunted by the challenges presented, they sought out leadership and service opportunities while succeeding academically, and I am most proud of them.”

The University of Mississippi, affectionately known as Ole Miss, is the state’s flagship university. Included in the elite group of R1: Doctoral Universities — Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. Its 16 academic divisions include a major medical school, nationally recognized schools of accountancy, law and pharmacy, and an Honors College acclaimed for a blend of academic rigor, experiential learning and opportunities for community action.