AmeriCorps VISTA Rosie Nelson Honored with Governor’s Award for Volunteer Excellence

OXFORD, Miss. – Rosie Nelson of Oxford, an AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer at the University of Mississippi, has been named as recipient of the inaugural award for Outstanding Service by a National Service Participant by the Mississippi Commission for Volunteer Service. The award is part of the 2012 Governor’s Initiative for Volunteer Excellence Awards, which celebrateRead the story …

CMSE Founder, Chemical Engineering Professor is 2012 UM Teacher of the Year

OXFORD, Miss. – John O’Haver’s vision, drive and enthusiasm inspire University of Mississippi students, faculty and staff in an almost contagious manner. Colleagues across campus have taken notice of his lively teaching style, and alumni cite him as a major influence on their own successes. Thursday evening, at the university’s 69th Honors Day Convocation, ChancellorRead the story …

UM Seeking Recipes for ‘Rebel Recipes Lite’ Cookbook

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Department of Nutrition and Hospitality Management is seeking recipe submissions for its latest cookbook project, “Rebel Recipes Lite.” The book, which focuses on healthy cooking, is a follow-up to the popular “Rebel Recipes,” a collection of nearly 2,000 of the Ole Miss community’s favorite dishes.

Overby Panel Explores State’s Chinese Connection

OXFORD, Miss. – Four successful Chinese-Americans will discuss the Mississippi Chinese experience, from early discrimination to academic achievement, Wednesday (April 18) at the University of Mississippi. The 11 a.m. program, sponsored by the Overby Center for Southern Journalism and Politics, is in the Overby Auditorium. It is free and open to the public. The ChineseRead the story …

Two UM Students to Gain Pharmacy Association Management Experience

OXFORD, Miss. – Two of six students selected to work at the headquarters of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy in the nation’s capital this fall are from the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy. Robin Parker and John Michael Segars, both enrolled in the third year of the professional pharmacy program at OleRead the story …

UM Seeking Recipes for ‘Rebel Recipes Lite’ Cookbook

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Department of Nutrition and Hospitality Management is seeking recipe submissions for its latest cookbook project, “Rebel Recipes Lite.” The book, which focuses on healthy cooking, is a follow-up to the popular “Rebel Recipes,” a collection of nearly 2,000 of the Ole Miss community’s favorite dishes.

NY Daily News: Is That William Shakespeare’s John Hancock? The Lazarus Project Intends to Find Out

You’ve got a copy of, say, “Archaionomia,” a legal text from the Elizabethan Age. There’s a signature on it that looks like it says Wm Shakespeare. It would be priceless – that is, if it could be proven to be genuine. Read the story

Anniston Star: Southern Culinary Tradition One Factor in Obesity

“I don’t necessarily blame those who raise, or cook, or serve our food,” said John T. Edge, director of the Southern Foodways Alliance. “There’s a range of cultural as well as culinary issues.” Read the story:

Ole Miss Unveils New iPad App

The University of Mississippi has unveiled a new iPad application designed to engage and connect the university community. “The popularity of the iPad, including its appeal across so many demographics, makes it a great vehicle for sharing valuable news and critical information about the university,” said Kathy Gates, UM chief information officer. The Official OleRead the story …

Ole Miss Unveils New iPad Application

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi has unveiled a new iPad application designed to engage and connect the university community. “The popularity of the iPad, including its appeal across so many demographics, makes it a great vehicle for sharing valuable news and critical information about the university,” said Kathy Gates, UM chief information officer.