Coleby, Joesaar, Saiz Join Ole Miss Program OXFORD, Miss. – Ole Miss head coach Andy Kennedy announced the signing of a trio of talented players on Thursday, as Dwight Coleby, Janari Joesaar and Sebastian Saiz all signed national letters of intent to join the Rebels for the 2013-14 academic year. A native of the Bahamas,Read the story …
Acoustics Center Successful in Reducing Jet Noise for U.S. Navy Aircraft
Work could help Navy cut noise-induced hearing losses
November 16, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The roar of high-performance jet engines is ear-piercing, but University of Mississippi researchers at the National Center for Physical Acoustics are studying ways to reduce the shriek of U.S. Navy aircraft. Noise-induced hearing loss is the Navy’s No. 1 occupational health expense. The economic consequences to the Navy of hearing impairmentRead the story …
UM Geologists Find Mississippi River Diversion During 2011 Flood Helped Build Louisiana Wetlands
Trio co-authors paper published online in prestigious journal Nature Geoscience
November 16, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Levees along the Mississippi River do much to prevent devastating floods in riverside communities, but they have also contributed to the loss of Louisiana’s wetlands. A new study offers insight into how new diversions in the Mississippi River’s levees may help restore Louisiana’s wetlands. University of Mississippi researchers Carol B. Lutken,Read the story …
History, Technology Combine in Ottoman Empire Studies Lecture
Lecture to focus on use of Geographic Information Systems as historical research tool
November 16, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – An approach that combines geographic mapping technology with the study of ancient cultures is shaping the way some historians approach their research. Amy Singer, a leading historian in Middle Eastern studies, will speak Nov. 28 at the University of Mississippi about the use of Geographic Information Systems in her Ottoman EmpireRead the story …
An open letter to students, faculty, and alumni of The University of Mississippi:
November 15, 2012 by
As student leaders of The University of Mississippi, we want to respond to the incidents that occurred on our campus last Tuesday night. The hateful, small-minded actions committed by some students are unacceptable and embarrassing; they have tarnished the reputation of the university we love so dearly.
Schmidt Ocean Institute: Land(er) Ahoy
November 15, 2012 by
The ECOGIG lander, built by the University of Mississippi, houses customized samplers designed to be at sea for six months. Read the story
Annual Collectible Features “Walk of Champions” Arch
12th year the holiday keepsake has been offered by the University Museum.
November 15, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For the 12th year, the University of Mississippi Museum is offering a collectible holiday keepsake, this time featuring an image of the university’s “Walk of Champions” arch. The limited commemorative keepsake is available for $25 plus tax. Collectibles from previous years – featuring the Barnard Observatory, Old Skipwith House, Brandt Memory House,Read the story …
‘Grass Roots: African Origins of an American Art’ Now Open at UM Museum
Latest exhibition traces history of basketry in Africa and America
November 14, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The newest exhibition at the University of Mississippi Museum, “Grass Roots: African Origins of an American Art,” is open and runs through Jan. 11, 2013. “Grass Roots” showcases baskets from the low country of South Carolina and Georgia, as well as from diverse regions of Africa. The exhibition traces the storyRead the story …
Ole Miss United Way Chapter Raises Fundraising Goal for 2012
Serving local community, Leadership level giving is among highest in SEC, survey shows
November 13, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Inspired by a five-consecutive-year increase in the number of pledges received, the University of Mississippi has bumped up the efforts and goals of its annual United Way campaign. The university has set a campaign goal of raising at least $165,000 of the United Way’s $500,000 communitywide goal. The goal was setRead the story …
Sandi Patty to Perform ‘Broadway Stories’ Nov. 15 at UM
Acclaimed vocalist visits Ford Center for Performing Arts
November 13, 2012 by
OXFORD, MS. – Sandi Patty, one of the most contemporary Christian performers ever, with five Grammy awards, four Billboard Music Awards, three platinum records, five gold records and 11 million units sold, kicks off the acclaimed Ford Series Thursday (Nov. 15) at the University of Mississippi. The concert is set for 7 p.m. concert inRead the story …