Miss University France Beard visited the Mississippi Delta earlier this week to deliver more than 1,600 books to schools in need. Beard organized book drives in her hometown of Madison and in Oxford, the latter through the service honor society Gamma Beta Phi at the University of Mississippi. After research and several phone calls, she determinedRead the story …
Get Ready for One Last Saturday Morning in the Grove as a Student
Commencement is a time for celebration, making memories
May 4, 2015 by
On May 9, candidates for degrees will walk across the stage at their individual ceremonies, but they also have an opportunity that morning to gather in the Grove with their classmates for one last time as students during convocation. That 10-acre park is where most students have spent many hours over the last few years. From studying in theRead the story …
Koresh Dance to Perform Saturday at Ford Center
April 30, 2015 by
A troupe that blends Middle Eastern music with classical favorites for a cross-cultural experience brings its unique take on dance to the University of Mississippi for a Saturday (May 2) performance at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Koresh Dance, created in Philadelphia in 1991, uses music from Israeli and Turkish composersRead the story …
UM to Hold Annual Memorial Ceremony Thursday
April 29, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Each spring, the University of Mississippi conducts a memorial ceremony to commemorate the lives of students, faculty, staff and emeriti who died during this academic year. This year’s ceremony is scheduled for 4 p.m. Thursday (April 30) at Paris-Yates Chapel. The community is invited and encouraged to attend. Honoring the lives of theRead the story …
What You Should Know for Double Decker Weekend
April 23, 2015 by
It’s that time of year! The Double Decker Arts Festival will bring our little Oxford town to life this weekend for the 20th year, with more than 100 art vendors, plenty of food and live music. Here are some things to keep in mind as you prepare for the fun-filled weekend: Art Demonstrations Double Decker beginsRead the story …
Russian National Ballet Brings ‘Cinderella’ to Ford Center
April 18, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Russian National Ballet Theatre returns to the University of Mississippi on Tuesday (April 21) with its production of Prokofiev’s “Cinderella.” The performance is at 7:30 p.m. in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. The production brings to life the iconic tale of a girl who is servant to herRead the story …
University Museum Gets Moving in the Great Outdoors
Let's Move! Family Activity Day explores art and nature with activities on Bailey's Woods Trail
April 16, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Museum and Baptist Memorial Hospital- North Mississippi are teaming up to bring art alive in nature during this weekend’s Family Activity Day. Fun for the entire family awaits with activities exploring art and nature along the Bailey’s Woods Trail during the Let’s Move! Family Activity Day, set for Saturday (April 18). TheRead the story …
Opera Theatre Presents World Premiere of ‘Hamlet, Prince of Denmark’
Adaptation is latest work by acclaimed UM alumnus Nancy Van de Vate
April 16, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Opera Theatre Ensemble will present the world premiere of “Hamlet: Prince of Denmark” this weekend at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. The performance is set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday (April 18). Tickets are $30 for general admission, $24 for faculty and staff, and $10Read the story …
Parking Changes Ahead for Fall Semester
April 15, 2015 by
The University of Mississippi is growing, and parking areas are changing to accommodate that growth. As a result, the number of parking permits available will increase slightly this year. “The increase will help us continue our parking lot maintenance and new lot construction,” said Mike Harris, director of parking and transportation. “It will also help withRead the story …
D.T. Shackelford and Darryail Whittington Win 2015 Sullivan Awards
UM McLean Institute honors student-athlete and alumnus alongside Chancellor Dan Jones
April 14, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement at the University of Mississippi has named student-athlete Deterrian Shackelford and alumnus Darryail Whittington the winners of its 2015 Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award. They were honored with Chancellor Dan Jones on Tuesday (April 14) afternoon at the Celebration of Service at the Inn at OleRead the story …