OXFORD, Miss. – In the business world, Entergy Mississippi’s generous support of the University of Mississippi School of Law is called a win-win. Entergy Mississippi has provided $125,000 to establish and contribute to scholarship endowments honoring U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran and Robert Grenfell. Additionally, the corporation is supporting a new partnership with the school’s nationallyRead the story …
Entergy Mississippi Commits Support to Law School
Strong relationship benefits corporation, students and state
December 14, 2019 by
Small Business Development Center Adds New Location in Jackson
Facility focuses on developing entrepreneurial potential in metro area
December 13, 2019 by
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Small Business Development Center has opened a new center in partnership with the city of Jackson. The City of Jackson Small Business Development Center is among eight full service centers across the Magnolia State. Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration through the UniversityRead the story …
Interprofessional Activity Provides Pharmacy Students New Perspective
Ole Miss student pharmacists participate in poverty simulation
December 13, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – First-year student pharmacists at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy gained a new perspective after participating in a recent Community Action Poverty Simulation, a program that is part of the Missouri Community Action Network. The simulation, which was held at the Ole Miss Student Union, taught students from pharmacy, nursing, socialRead the story …
Business Students Learn Private Label Manufacturing in the Windy City
Retail association's gathering provided experiential learning for many U.S. students
December 12, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Three University of Mississippi business students were among 62 undergraduates from 16 colleges and universities chosen to participate in the Private Label Manufacturers Association‘s third annual University Outreach program. The meeting, held Nov. 15-19 at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago, was in conjunction with PLMA’s annual trade show. The program provided students withRead the story …
Music Professor Part of Grammy-Nominated Vocal Group
Award-winning choir Conspirare just received ninth nomination
December 11, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Jos Milton keeps a full schedule at the University of Mississippi Department of Music, including teaching classes and voice and giving private lessons, all while maintaining his own performance schedule as an acclaimed tenor. It’s that last one that recently got the associate professor of music nominated for a Grammy Award. OneRead the story …
Embry Memorial Scholarship 2019 Recipient Named
Freshman Ethan Edmondson carries on Rebel's legacy
December 8, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ethan Edmondson, a University of Mississippi freshman from Vardaman, is the 2019 recipient of the Joey Embry Memorial Scholarship, expanding the legacy of a beloved student and football player. Joey Embry was actively involved on the Oxford campus and was dedicated to his academic pursuits. He excelled academically, making both the UMAARead the story …
Walk of Fame to Honor Ford Center Supporters
Generous gift made to UM performing arts center's campaign
December 7, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A new Walk of Fame for supporters of the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts provides a path to the successful conclusion of the Celebrating the Arts campaign, funding a $3 million endowment for the University of Mississippi facility. “The magnificent Ford Center reflects our commitment to the cultural artsRead the story …
Mechanical Engineering Alumnus Races Hot Rods, Sets Records
Jeffrey Ferguson uses skills to chase lifelong passion for speed
December 5, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As part of the Buckwheat Racing Team, University of Mississippi mechanical engineering alumnus Jeffrey Ferguson helped set a land speed record of 300 mph at the 62nd Bonneville Salt Flats Speed Week in 2010. He and partner George “Bucky” Gallimore immediately set a goal to one day return and break another record. Ferguson andRead the story …
Campaign Aims to Give Student Veterans New Campus Home
Ignite Ole Miss effort seeks funds for renovations, furnishings and supplies
December 3, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A new online fundraising campaign launched by the University of Mississippi intends to welcome student veterans to new headquarters in the George Street House in the heart of campus. The university earlier announced that both the Office of Veteran and Military Services and the Veterans Resource Center would move into one buildingRead the story …
Service in Action Benefits Fellow Students
Maddie Marine follows gift with volunteer work at Magee Center
December 2, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With a gift of $25,000 and lots of volunteer effort for the new William Magee Center for Wellness Education, a senior psychology major embodies the citizen-scholar model of service encouraged across the campuses of the University of Mississippi. “I became interested in donating to the Magee Center because my brother has hadRead the story …