The Thad for Senate campaign made a stop at Mississippi State University and Jackson State University this past weekend for both schools’ homecoming games.  Tents were set up in order for football fans to stop by and get Thad t-shirts, stickers, yard signs, push cards, and more. Check out pictures from both events below.

Thad for Senate campaign tent at Mississippi State University

Thad for Senate campaign tent at Jackson State University

The Thad for Senate Campaign is coming to a football game near you!!

THAD FOR SENATE FOOTBALL TOUR 2008

Sept. 13            Mississippi State University V. Auburn
                        -The Mississippi State College Republicans will have a tent set up in the Junction, so stop by, visit, and get some Thad gear to wear at the game!

Sept. 13             Pig Pickin’ Festival @ Delta State – Delta State University V. Arkansas-Monticello
                        -Senator Thad Cochran and Senator Roger Wicker will participate in the Pig Pickin’ Festival at Delta State University, and both will then attend the DSU football game at 6 p.m.

Oct. 4.              Ole Miss V. University of South Carolina

Oct. 11             University of Southern Mississippi V. Boise State
                        -Senator Thad Cochran will be introduced on the football field at half-time.

Oct. 25             Jackson State University V. MS Valley – JSU’s Homecoming

Read in the Clarion-Ledger how our Mississippi delegation including Senator Cochran, Senator Roger Wicker, and Rep. Bennie Thompson helped to secure $6 million in federal funding for Jackson State University’s Homeland Security Center of Excellence.  View part of the article below.

JSU center gets $6 million to study natural disasters
The Clarion-Ledger • May 28, 2008

Jackson State University’s Homeland Security Center of Excellence will receive more than $6 million in federal funding to study natural disaster impact, mitigation and response.
 
The award, announced today by U.S. Sens. Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker and 2nd District Rep. Bennie Thompson, will fund research topics that include protecting infrastructure and populations, enhancing post-disaster recovery, improving disaster-related communication, and enhancing critical supply chain resiliency.

Click here to read the full article in the Clarion Ledger.