History
The Cobbler is the newspaper of William Carey University. With roots back in the 1920s, The Cobbler has evolved from its early days as The Scissors, the newspaper of then-Mississippi Woman's College, and received its current name in the early 1950s as the university transitioned to then-William Carey College. The rich heritage of the newspaper continues with a bright future. The Cobbler publishes six editions a year and maintains a social media presence on Facebook.
The Name
The Cobbler name is a tribute to university namesake William Carey's humble profession of cobbler, or a person who repairs shoes. Carey served as a cobbler before his days in the mission field. The name serves as a reminder of Carey's humble roots and how God can empower the humble to do great things for Him.
Staff
The advisor of The Cobbler, appointed by the university president, provides guidance and support to the student staff. Suzanne Monk, director of media relations and marketing and a former newspaper editor, serves as the advisor. To contact Monk, call (601) 318-6767 or email mediarelations@wmcarey.edu.
