JACKSON, Miss. – Teams at the University of Mississippi Medical Center transplanted a record 103 kidneys last year, a figure they could surpass in 2013 even while preparing to restart liver transplantations following a 22-year hiatus. “This record stands as a benchmark as we work toward becoming a complete abdominal-organ transplant center,” said Dr. JamesRead the story …
Video: UM Nutrition Clinic Offers Healthy Eating Advice
February 14, 2013 by
The UM Nutrition Clinic, housed in Lenoir Hall, offers a number of services besides group weight-loss classes, including medical nutrition counseling for individuals with illnesses, diet-related conditions, injury or an interest in improving health in general.
Ole Miss Comeback Falls Short At Texas A&M
February 13, 2013 by
Millinghaus Scores Final Eight Points For Rebels COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) – Freshman Derrick Millinghaus scored Ole Miss’ final eight points but missed a jumper at the buzzer as Ole Miss fell 69-67 at Texas A&M on Wednesday. Elston Turner had 37 points, including a career-high seven 3-pointers, to help Texas A&M to the win. MillinghausRead the story …
Entrepreneurs sought for Gillespie Business Plan Competition
Executive summaries due Feb. 17
February 12, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – On ABC’s reality series “Shark Tank,” competitors pitch their ideas, hoping to become the next big innovator. The University of Mississippi will identify its next heavyweight entrepreneur this spring by having students put their big ideas on paper in the Gillespie Business Plan Competition. The annual competition, organized by the UM SchoolRead the story …
Myrlie Evers-Williams
February 12, 2013 by
“Any serious discussion of the civil rights movement’s future must deal with at least four moral and organizational imperatives: stewardship, inclusiveness, concern for the disadvantaged and rededication to nonviolence as both ethical and effective tools for struggle.” – Myrlie Evers-Williams It was February1995. With these words, Myrlie Evers-Williams began her legendary tenure as chairman ofRead the story …
Pharmacy Alumna Named Distinguished New Practitioner
Crumby honored by American Pharmacists Association for pediatric HIV work, student mentorship
February 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Recognized for her outstanding work with pediatric infectious diseases and commitment to student mentorship, University of Mississippi pharmacy alumna Ashley Crumby has been named the 2013 American Pharmacists Association Distinguished New Practitioner. “This is such exciting news,” Crumby said. “I’ve been a member of APhA for a really long time and I’mRead the story …
Research Suggests the “First Time” Really Matters
February 11, 2013 by
It seems the “first time” really does color your sex life for years to come, according to a study compiled by two researchers, one being the University of Mississippi’s own Carrie V. Smith. Smith, an instructional assistant professor in the Department of Psychology, joined Matthew Shaffer of the University of Tennessee in surveying 331 youngRead the story …
Schneider, Schiavone Lead Ole Miss On Day One Of UCF Challenge
February 11, 2013 by
Ericka Schneider Fires A 1-Under 71 In Round One ORLANDO, Fla. – Senior Ericka Schneider fired a team-leading 71 today while Stani Schiavone carded a 72 to lead Ole Miss on day one of the UFC Challenge hosted by UCF at the RedTrail Golf Club. After one round of play, Ole Miss is tied forRead the story …
No. 23 Ole Miss Falls At No. 20 Missouri
February 9, 2013 by
Rebel Travel To Texas A&M On Wednesday COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – Sophomore Jarvis Summers and junior Marshall Henderson both scored 16 point,but No. 23 Ole Miss couldn’t overcome No. 20 Missouri on the road as the Rebels fell to the Tigers 98-79 on Saturday afternoon. Alex Oriakhi had a career-high 22 points to go with 18Read the story …
Pharmacy Ambassadors Committed to Success of Future Students
Inaugural group helps pharmacy school recruit, mentor students
February 8, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Andrew Smelser has a passion for helping students succeed. “It’s a really great experience to see students enjoy Ole Miss and really thrive in our program, especially those that you help to recruit,” said Smelser, a native of Owens Cross Roads, Ala. who is enrolled in the third year of the UniversityRead the story …