Thirty-seven years ago, I arrived at the University of Mississippi as a sophomore transfer student from Clark College (now Clark Atlanta University). Like many first-year students, I was unfamiliar with the campus and knew very few people. But one of those people was my first cousin, Roswietha Ellliott. Wietha (pronounced “VEE-ta”) and I spent aRead the story …
Still Serving Soulful Sounds
UM Gospel Choir recently celebrated 40th anniversary with a joyous reunion
December 17, 2014 by
Space Plants on Way Back to Earth
Following six months aboard the International Space Station, UM researcher's experiment germinates
December 17, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Farming in deep space is explored in the recent movie “Interstellar,” but a University of Mississippi biologist’s research program appears to be bringing the sci-fi scenario closer to reality. The Seedling Growth Series of plant biology experiments is part of an agreement between NASA and the European Space Agency, said John Z.Read the story …
Computer Science Alumnus Presents Hadoop Workshop
Arun Buduri taught students, faculty and staff to use MapReduce software
December 17, 2014 by
Managing huge amounts of data can be a challenge for even the most savvy computer scientist. So when University of Mississippi students, faculty and staff got an opportunity to learn more skills from a talented alumnus who is enjoying a successful professional career, they took advantage of it. Arun Burduri, a 2000 UM alumnus whoRead the story …
UM’s Six Most Interesting Research Stories of 2014
From tortoises to teachers, scientific strides made national headlines
December 15, 2014 by
As the state of Mississippi’s flagship institution of higher learning, the University of Mississippi has a proven track record for conducting major research projects in every discipline imaginable. Faculty, staff and students continued to make progress this year, thanks to substantial grants and partnerships with other universities and agencies. While athletics and academics continue generatingRead the story …
Fans of ‘Downton Abbey’ Can Get Sneak Peek at Season Premiere Dec. 9
Popular BBC-TV program making special appearance at The Lyric Oxford
December 9, 2014 by
What could possibly be better than setting your DVR to record your favorite TV program and watching it later at your own convenience? For Oxford-area fans of BBC-TV’s popular “Downton Abbey,” the answer is a chance to view the first episode of Season Five before it airs. The MPB Foundation and Mississippi Public Broadcasting areRead the story …
United Way Pledges Make Great Stocking Stuffers
Year-end giving urged in order to reach $150,000 campaign goal
December 8, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As 2014 quickly comes to a close, University of Mississippi faculty, staff, alumni and students are urged to make 11th-hour contributions to the area United Way campaign before year’s end. Approximately $50,000 in campus donations has been confirmed since the annual fundraising effort was launched in mid-October. All UM employees received anRead the story …
Be Santa Claus for the Cause
UM basketball fans called to support Books and Bears program Dec. 4
December 2, 2014 by
Calling all Ole Miss Rebel basketball fans! It’s time to add a little “ho-ho-ho!” to your “Hotty Toddy.” Donations for the 17th annual Books and Bears program will be accepted at Tad Smith Coliseum during the men’s basketball game against Texas Christian University, which tips off at 8 p.m. Dec. 4. Toys and books received that night willRead the story …
Attractive from Coast to Coast
Engineering freshmen make UM connections
November 21, 2014 by
Over the past five years, the University of Mississippi School of Engineering‘s undergraduate population has doubled from roughly 700 to more than 1,400 students. While a significant number of those come from Mississippi, many others come from long distances to pursue engineering education here. Two such students are David Thomas of Brooklyn, New York, and RichardRead the story …
Engineering’s ‘O’Reilly Factor’
Auburn alumnus Andy O'Reilly joins faculty in geology and geological engineering
November 21, 2014 by
Andrew “Andy” O’Reilly may not have attended the University of Mississippi, but the new assistant professor of geology and geological engineering is more than pleased to be part of the UM faculty. “Ole Miss has a growing, respected ABET-accredited program in geological engineering that allows me to combine my broad engineering/design skills from my civil engineering backgroundRead the story …
CE Alumnus Manages Jackson’s Department of Public Works
Charles E. Williams Jr. credits Ole Miss foundation with his impressive career success
November 21, 2014 by
As a solid infrastructure is essential for a populated area’s establishment, growth and survival, so was Charles E. Williams Jr.’s education at the University of Mississippi School of Engineering vital to his successful academic endeavors and professional career. “I appreciate Dr. (Waheed) Uddin giving me the foundation during my understudies at UM that has helped me beRead the story …