Deliveries set for Nov. 19 OXFORD, Miss. – With the spirit of giving in mind, University of Mississippi faculty, staff and students are again participating in the annual “Adopt-A-Basket” program to provide Thanksgiving dinners for families in the Oxford area.
University Museum Releases 2009 Collectible Holiday Keepsake
November 5, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Just in time for the holidays, the University of Mississippi Museum has released its 2009 collectible keepsake, this year commemorating the life work of renowned folk artist and Lafayette County native Theora Hamblett.
Southern Foodways Alliance Gains Global Distinction
November 5, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – International travel magazine Travel and Leisure has recognized the Southern Foodways Alliance, an institute of the University of Mississippi, as one of 16 global organizations making outstanding efforts in cultural and resource preservation.
University Officials Remind Tailgaters that No Tents Allowed on Campus Before 6 p.m.
November 4, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – To prevent academic disruptions, the University of Mississippi plans to crack down on tailgaters who pop tents up on campus before 6 p.m. Fridays.
‘Baptized in Blood,’ Classic Book on Southern Culture Reissued After 30 Years
November 4, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As a tribute to its continued importance in the fields of history and Southern Studies, University of Mississippi professor Charles Wilson’s book “Baptized in Blood: The Religion of the Lost Cause, 1865-1920” has been reissued 30 years after its original publication.
Young Artists’ Work On Display at University Museum
November 4, 2009 by
The University of Mississippi Museum is hosting an exhibit by a talented group of budding artists, all second-graders in the Insights program at Oxford Elementary School. Video by Bryant Gregory
New York Times Best-Selling Author Jeff Shaara to Sign New Book at UM Nov. 4
November 3, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Jeff Shaara, New York Times bestselling author of “Gods and Generals,” will sign copies of his latest book “No Less Than Victory” Wednesday (Nov. 4) at the University of Mississippi.
Acclaimed Poet David St. John to Read As Part of Grisham Visiting Writers Series
November 3, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – David St. John, noted American poet, shares his writings in a free, public reading at 7 p.m. Thursday (Nov. 5) in the Overby Center Auditorium at the University of Mississippi.
Ole Miss Alumni Association Names New Officers for 2009-10
November 3, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Amidst the University of Mississippi’s recent homecoming activities, the Ole Miss Alumni Association announced its officers for 2009-10.
Croft Student Studies Abroad, Learns About French Heritage
November 3, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Emilie Dayan of Oxford, a junior at the University of Mississippi, began the fall semester in an unusual way. She bought a one-way ticket to France. Emilie Dayan