former Living Blues editor David Nelson iving Blues editor David Nelson OXFORD, Miss. – Scott Barretta, writer and researcher for the Mississippi Blues Trail and an adjunct instructor in sociology and anthropology at the University of Mississippi, has lived in the state for 16 years, but his blues journey began long before his arrival here.Read the story …
MAC Honors Scott Barretta with Excellence in the Arts Award
Writer, editor and research has contributed greatly to the world's understanding of the blues
December 9, 2015 by
Gingerbread Village to Open Dec. 3
More than 1,200 schoolchildren scheduled to visit display
December 3, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s sixth annual Gingerbread Village is set to inspire the holiday spirit at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. The event begins Thursday (Dec. 3) with an opening reception at 6 p.m. and runs through Dec. 19. “The Gingerbread Village is one of my favorite Ford CenterRead the story …
Statement from UM Regarding Stadium Incident
November 23, 2015 by
The University of Mississippi Police Department has asked the Federal Bureau of Investigation to conduct an independent investigation of the incident involving a temporary officer and a fan during the Ole Miss-LSU football game on Nov. 21. FBI officials arrived on campus this afternoon to begin their review. No additional information will be available untilRead the story …
Foundation Launching Giving Tuesday
Goal is to raise $10,000 in 24 hours for Ole Miss Fund
November 23, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Seeking to raise $10,000 within a 24-hour period, the University of Mississippi Foundation is launching a crowdfunding initiative Dec. 1, calling it a global day dedicated to “giving back.” Donations on the “Giving Tuesday” can be made beginning at midnight at https://ignite.olemiss.edu/project/1388. While gifts of all sizes are welcome, those who makeRead the story …
UM Ranked Among Nation’s Best MBA Programs
Campus and online programs rise in prestigious Businessweek and U.S. News listings
November 21, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Business Administration has risen significantly on Bloomberg Businessweek’s 2015 list of Best MBA programs. UM ranked No. 69 this year in the second year that Bloomberg Businessweek has compiled the list. This is up seven places from its No. 76 position a year ago. Bloomberg compiled dataRead the story …
Bringing Broadway into the Classroom
Skype puts theatre students in touch with working professionals for real-world perspectives
November 20, 2015 by
The University of Mississippi Department of Theatre Arts is giving students an opportunity to interact with professionals by bringing Broadway to the classroom via Skype. Courtney Reed, performing as Jasmine in the Broadway show “Aladdin,” and Broadway actress Kate Loprest from “Hairspray,” “First Date” and “Wonderland,” have participated in the Skype sessions so far, theatreRead the story …
Participants Overcome Obstacles in Rebel Trail Challenge
November 20, 2015 by
Ole Miss Campus Recreation had yet another successful Rebel Trail Challenge, raising more than $2,000 for student scholarships. On Nov. 14, 102 runners tackled the second annual challenge, which included conquering several obstacles along a 4-mile course at the South Campus Rail Trail on Chucky Mullins Drive. “We hope to make this event better eachRead the story …
UM Innovation Center Honored as Nation’s Best Emerging Program
International award credits CIE's goals and curriculum
November 20, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has been recognized as one of the best up-and-coming centers of its kind. The Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers honored the CIE with the Award for Emerging Entrepreneurship Center at its annual conference Oct. 31 in Gainesville, Florida. The CIE shared the first-place winRead the story …
Natchez Native Joins University’s CEED Program
Janae Owens hopes to use her experiences to help create opportunities across the state
November 19, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Growing up on the banks of the Mississippi River in Natchez can be an adventure that immerses residents in the heart of a rich, vibrant history that is complemented by Southern cultural celebrations and events. However, accompanying that atmosphere is a state of wealth that serves as a jarring contrast to theRead the story …
Annual Egg Bowl Run Set for Nov. 23
ROTC cadets will carry game ball from Oxford to Starkville
November 17, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For the third time, the University of Mississippi and Mississippi State University will join forces for a common cause before the state’s biggest rivalry with the 2015 Egg Bowl Run, coming up Nov. 23. Three years ago, Master Sgt. Matt Hayes, senior military instructor for Ole Miss Army ROTC, wanted to createRead the story …