Mississippi State students, faculty and staff kick off the holiday season with the annual Christmas tree and menorah lighting on Tuesday [Nov. 19]. The exciting university tradition brings members of the MSU family together each November before final exams begin. Joining mascots Bully and Belle are, from left, Vice President for Access, Opportunity and Success Ra'sheda Forbes; Miss MSU Sarah Randolph; Student Association President Carson McFatridge; MSU President Mark E. Keenum; MSU Hilell President Gabriella Arbesfeld; and Vice President for Student Affairs Regina Hyatt.