OXFORD, Miss. – The rapidly diminishing ability of male crickets in Hawaii to chirp, which is part of their mating ritual, is the topic of the final Oxford Science Cafe of the fall semester. The monthly event, sponsored by the University of Mississippi Department of Physics and Astronomy and the Office of the Provost, begins atRead the story …
Declining Chirping of Hawaiian Crickets Topic for Science Cafe
Susan Balenger to discuss insects' loss of ability for mating chirp at final meeting of fall
November 15, 2019 by
UM Student Serves on World Food Security Committee
Rohan Agrawal was one of four U.S. college students selected for meeting in Rome
November 13, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Attending an international summit on world food security proved an unforgettable experience for a University of Mississippi junior who was among an elite group selected to attend the event. “As I stepped foot in the plenary hall on the first day of the conference, I felt myself being surrounded by the world,”Read the story …
Engineering Alumna Named Rhodes Finalist
Chinelo Ibekwe was a semifinalist in 2017 and finalist in 2018
November 12, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For the third straight year, a University of Mississippi alumna has emerged as a top contender for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. Chinelo Ibekwe, a 2018 chemical engineering graduate, is a finalist for the prestigious award. The Nigeria native was a 2017 semifinalist for the Rhodes Scholarship for West Africa while completing herRead the story …
Wi-Fi for Warriors: UM Alumni Help Deployed Soldiers Stay in Touch
Nonprofit organization helps fund internet access, provide streaming for members of military
November 12, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Members of the military make incredible sacrifices when deployed to serve their country, but a group of University of Mississippi alumni wants to make sure that staying in touch with their families doesn’t have to be one of those costs. A group of Ole Miss families have come together to launch Wi-FiRead the story …
News You Can Use: Support for Veterans Can Extend Beyond V-Day
ROTC officers offer Mississippians ways to continuously recognize, appreciate military
November 7, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With Veterans Day right around the corner, military experts at the University of Mississippi are offering a variety of suggestions for those who want to honor veterans. And many of those gestures, they say, can continue year-round once the holiday comes and goes. Maj. Seth Davidson, executive officer of the Ole MissRead the story …
‘Americans and the Holocaust’ Traveling Exhibition Coming to UM
Touring library display to arrive in Oxford in 2021
October 30, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The J.D. Williams Library at the University of Mississippi is one of 50 U.S. libraries selected to host “Americans and the Holocaust,” a traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum that examines the motives, pressures and fears that shaped American responses to Nazism, war and genocide in Europe during the 1930sRead the story …
‘Spooky Physics’ Night Set for Friday
Department of Physics and Astronomy offers fun, frights and food for all
October 28, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – New frights and fresh takes on old delights are the order of the evening when the University of Mississippi Department of Physics and Astronomy presents “Spooky Physics Demonstrations” from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday (Nov. 1) in Lewis Hall. The program will include stage shows starting at 7:15 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.Read the story …
News You Can Use: Fables, Faith Mark Origins of Fall Festivals
UM experts reveal stories, customs behind Chinese Moon Festival, Sukkot, Halloween and Oktoberfest
October 28, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With the arrival of autumn comes the observance of several festivals and holidays. As many make plans to participate in these fall celebrations, University of Mississippi religion experts have shared their origins and customs to help enhance the public’s experience of each. Most religious traditions commemorate both fall and spring seasons withRead the story …
Computer Science Student Wins First Place in Entrepreneurship Competition
Kaylin Brassfield won for Crystal Game Works LLC at 2019 Mississippi New Venture Challenge
October 25, 2019 by
A senior computer and information science major at the University of Mississippi won first place in the student competition at the 2019 Mississippi New Venture Challenge. Kaylin Brassfield of Hernando pitched Crystal Game Works LLC, a company she created, which develops story-driven video games and graphic novels for a young female market. The company hasRead the story …
School of Engineering Recognizes Tailgate Sponsors
Milwaukee Tool to sponsor final home game against LSU on Nov. 16
October 25, 2019 by
It’s been another successful tailgating season on the Circle this season. Our student groups really stepped up and made each event special. Thanks also to our sponsors! We’d like to thank Neal Rich and Asset Engineering for sponsoring the School of Engineering tent during the Texas A&M weekend. Their wonderful gumbo was a big hitRead the story …