OXFORD, Miss. – Seven University of Mississippi journalism students and their instructor, all members of the local Public Relations Association of Mississippi chapter, won distinguished awards including two of the top four honors – at the recent statewide PRAM conference in Hattiesburg. The students competed with professionals to win certificates of achievement, awards of excellenceRead the story …
Fox News Anchor Shepard Smith Challenges Graduates to Be Ready for ’10 Seconds Later’
May 12, 2008 by
Watch video of Shepard Smith’s commencement speech. OXFORD, Miss. – Dramatic change often comes swiftly – in as little as 10 seconds – and how people react to such situations determines their success and legacy, Fox News Channel anchor Shepard Smith told University of Mississippi graduates Saturday morning in the Grove. “There will be momentsRead the story …
Medicinal Chemistry Professor Receives Award for Excellence in Promoting Inclusiveness
May 12, 2008 by
John Williamson OXFORD, Miss. – A medicinal chemistry professor is the 2008 recipient of the Award for Excellence in Promoting Inclusiveness in Graduate Education at the University of Mississippi.
Top Teacher in College of Liberal Arts Teaches French, Pushes Students to Learn
May 12, 2008 by
OXFORD, Miss. – At age 11, Daniel O’Sullivan had nuns at his school, Worcester Central Catholic in Massachusetts, tell him he should study French. As it turned out, it wasn’t a hard sell. “I immediately took to it, pursing advanced French in high school and then college,” O’Sullivan said. “I haven’t looked back since.” NowRead the story …
Students Find Satisfaction, Friendship in Big Brothers, Big Sisters Program
May 8, 2008 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Four years ago, Stephen Taylor was a marketing student at the University of Mississippi looking for an opportunity to fulfill scholarship requirements and give back to the community. He found a chance with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mississippi Program. An Ole Miss graduate and intern with Grace Bible Church inRead the story …
Law Graduation Saturday Includes One First-time Certificate in Space Law, Seven in Criminal Law
May 8, 2008 by
Michael Dodge 177 to be awarded juris doctor degrees OXFORD, Miss. – Law student Michael Dodge earns a special distinction Saturday at the University of Mississippi when he is awarded the juris doctor degree. Dodge, of Long Beach, becomes the first graduate to also receive a special space law certificate, the only one of itsRead the story …
Ajootian, Showalter Honored for Extraordinary Service to Students
May 7, 2008 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Each day at the University of Mississippi, students are impacted by words and actions of many faculty and staff who know their work extends beyond classrooms, labs and offices. For the 14th year, two UM members who personify such extraordinary service have been selected for special recognition. Aileen Ajootian, chair and associateRead the story …
Former Gov. William Winter to Receive JFK Profile in Courage Lifetime Achievement Award
May 7, 2008 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Former Mississippi Gov. William Winter is to receive a special Profile in Courage Award for Lifetime Achievement May 12 at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston. The honor recognizes Winter’s leadership in championing racial equality and educational opportunity in Mississippi.
Fox News Anchor Shepard Smith to Deliver Commencement Address May 10
May 1, 2008 by
Oxford, Miss. – Fox News Channel anchor Shepard Smith returns to his alma mater May 10 to deliver the University of Mississippi’s 155th commencement address.