OXFORD, Miss. – The infection processes of the COVID-19 virus are the topic for a virtual Oxford Science Cafe scheduled for Nov. 17 by University of Mississippi faculty researchers. The program will be hosted on Zoom beginning at 7 p.m. Joshua Sharp, associate professor of pharmacology and director of the UM Glycoscience Center of ResearchRead the story …
Understanding COVID-19 Topic for Virtual Oxford Science Cafe
UM professor to discuss origins, infection processes of virus during Nov. 17 event on Zoom
November 11, 2020 by
News You Can Use: Why Flu Vaccinations Are More Important than Ever
UM nurse practitioner explains why people should immunize during influenza season
November 11, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As the world waits for a COVID-19 vaccine, a University of Mississippi health expert urges everyone to have themselves vaccinated for influenza. Everyone 6 months and older needs a flu vaccine every season, said Lauren Durham, a nurse practitioner at University Health Services. Millions of flu vaccinations have been given over theRead the story …
Museum Pop-Up Art Sale in Progress
Virtual event aims to raise funds for operations and programs
November 10, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Friends of the University of Mississippi Museum aren’t able to gather this fall beneath the lights of Rowan Oak for the annual Harvest Supper, but the group is coming together through an extraordinary online art sale in progress through Thursday (Nov. 12). This year, the traditional Harvest Supper Art Auction isRead the story …
Alumni Couple Creates Opportunities for Others
Young alumni 'pay it forward' with O'Haver Scholarship
November 3, 2020 by
By creating the Dr. John O’Haver Chemical Engineering Scholarship, two University of Mississippi graduates are expressing their appreciation for a beloved professor and the generous donors who provided the financial assistance they received. Joanna and Alex Harrelson, who both graduated from Ole Miss with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering in 2013, said theRead the story …
Annual Adopt-a-Basket Program Helps UM Feed Area Families
Donations being accepted through mid-November
November 2, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As winter holidays draw near, the University of Mississippi community is once again working together to provide meals for area families in need. Just in time for Thanksgiving, the 16th annual Adopt-a-Basket program is accepting food donations Nov. 9-13 at the Ole Miss Student Union Ballroom. Baskets will be distributed Nov. 19Read the story …
Computer and Information Science Faculty Welcomes Alumnus Timothy Holston
Instructional assistant professor and assistant chair brings expertise in teaching, mentoring, obtaining funding
November 2, 2020 by
Timothy Holston was a tenured professor at Mississippi Valley State University when he realized that he was not ready to coast on his accomplishments on his way to retirement. The Itta Bena native’s unrest led him to join the Department of Computer and Information Science at the University of Mississippi. “I decided to accept theRead the story …
Virtual ‘Spooky Physics Demonstrations’ Set for Friday
Department of Physics and Astronomy offering night of fun and frights for all
October 28, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Even in the face of a pandemic, the University of Mississippi Department of Physics and Astronomy will present its annual “Spooky Physics Demonstrations” this Friday (Oct. 30) although this year it will be held virtually from Lewis Hall. The program via Zoom runs 6 to 8 p.m. The family-friendly show includes demonstrationsRead the story …
Two Alumni Show There’s More Than One Way to Give to Alma Mater
Vince Rodriguez, Dallas Baker recognized with Engineer of Service Award for donation of time, talent
October 28, 2020 by
The School of Engineering presented the Engineer of Service Award to two engineering alumni who have repeatedly looked for ways to contribute to their alma mater. Vince Rodriguez (BSEE 94, MS 96, PhD 99) and Dallas Baker (BSME 93, MS 97) received the honor during virtual School of Engineering award ceremonies in the spring. RodriguezRead the story …
Hank Ducey Bidding Farewell to School of Engineering
After 15 years of service, administrative assistant to the dean set for retirement Nov. 13
October 27, 2020 by
Fifteen years ago, Hank Ducey visited her youngest daughter, Emily, who was then a student at the University of Mississippi. Immediately, the Jackson native was smitten with the idea of working on such a beautiful campus. “I fell in love with the atmosphere and opportunity,” said Ducey, who will be retiring from her position asRead the story …
First-Generation Students to be Lauded During Weeklong Celebration
Both in-person and virtual activities set for campus observance
October 26, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The academic achievements of first-generation students at the University of Mississippi will be celebrated in a series of in-person and virtual activities planned for Nov. 2-6. First-Generation Student Celebration Week is co-sponsored by the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College’s First-Generation Student Network and the Center for Student Success and First-Year Experience’s StudentsFIRSTRead the story …