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Bailey Holly

  • Class

    Class of 2027

  • Program

    B.A. in Public Policy Leadership, Minor in Disaster Sciences ( College of Liberal Arts )

  • Hometown

    Winona, MS (South)

  • Involvement

    Greek Life, Service and Community Engagement

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  • Quick Intro

    Bailey is a junior Public Policy Leadership major with minors in Disaster Sciences and Sports Administration. She serves on the Lott Student Advisory Board as the Vice Ambassador Chair. In addition to being a part of the Trent Lott Leadership Institute, she is a member of the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College and the Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women. She actively serves her chapter as a member of various committees. During the 2025 summer, she interned with the Mississippi Secretary of State's office in the Charities Division, where she gained hands-on experience and a deeper understanding of the division's impactful work across the state.
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Get to know Bailey Holly

Why did you choose PPL as your major and what was the appeal of the Lott program?

Before both my freshman and senior year of high school, I had the opportunity to attend the Institute's summer programs. Those two summers I spent on campus with the Lott Institute made me realize that I wanted to attend the University of Mississippi and major in Public Policy Leadership. What stood out to me then, and continues to stand out now, is how personal and community-focused the Lott Institute is. It's a place that challenges you while supporting your growth, offering countless opportunities to connect with peers, alumni, and current and former leaders across all sectors.

What are your career aspirations?

During my first year as a Lott student, the program has shown me that many more opportunities are available within public policy than I originally imagined. After I finish my bachelor’s degree, I hope to attend law school. I hope to practice law in the corporate or sports sector.

Is there a professor that has been particularly helpful to you?

Dr. Holland has had a particular impact on my time in the Lott program. I enjoyed his class and how he presented the material. He really pushed us in our 101 class to engage with the material and with our peers; he also brought in a lot of diverse speakers to show us all the opportunities that the Lott program and Public Policy offer.

What is a particularly meaningful way you have engaged in a community either on or off campus?

When I am home and in Oxford, I volunteer at the local elementary schools. I love getting to read to and hang out with the kids.