Mississippi State Alumni (Panola Dogs) annual send-off party will be held Tuesday, July 29 at 6 p.m. at Tallahatchie Valley Electric Building (TVEPA), 250 Power Drive, Batesville.

All current and future students and transfers are welcome to attend. Dress is casual.

All new students attending will receive an official 2014 send-off T-shirt.

“If you are a prospective student, bring your parents and friends with you and learn more about what State has to offer,” Panola Dogs president Richard Russo said.

There is no fee. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and dessert will be served. Alumni and friends are encouraged to bring an appetizer or dessert.

Please RSVP if planning to attend to Russo, 662-473-6261 or coachrusso@cableone.net.

“Send-off Parties give incoming freshmen and transfer students a chance to gather with future classmates from their city, county or geographic region while allowing alumni and friends the opportunity to offer congratulations and well-wishes to our newest members of the MSU Bulldog Family,” Russo said.