OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy student chapter of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists has earned ASHP’s Outstanding Professional Development Project Award for its work at the Oxford Medical Ministries Clinic. The group was among 28 national recipients of the award, which third-year pharmacy students Allie Funderburk and Mary O’KeefeRead the story …
Pharmacy Group Earns ASHP Professional Development Awards
Students honored for work at clinic that serves needy clients
January 3, 2018 by
UM Family Leadership Council Continues Growth
Group provides feedback, funding to help improve student experience
December 29, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In just four years since its creation, the University of Mississippi’s Family Leadership Council has grown from 19 members to more than 50 families from 19 states. The Family Leadership Council is composed of parents who want to be actively involved in shaping the student experience while their children are in college.Read the story …
Gift from Late Alumnus Supports the University’s Future
UM business and educations schools, athletics program to benefit from planned gift
December 29, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Friends and family members of the late Richard E. “Dick” Atkins, of Corinth, describe the University of Mississippi alumnus as “uncommonly gracious and generous.” These character traits are substantiated by Atkins’ desire to bequeath financial support to his alma mater. The UM Foundation recently received a gift of $100,000 from Atkins’ estate,Read the story …
Major Gift Will Assist Freshmen Entering UM
Buddy Shaw establishes scholarship to provide opportunities for Mississippi students
December 29, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Throughout his life, University of Mississippi alumnus Buddy Shaw has been a giver. He has given of his time, his possessions, his money and his talents. His giving spirit even extended to being a matchmaker for his college roommate. “Buddy Shaw is responsible for the wonderful life I’ve had,” said Betty DunnRead the story …
Chi Omega Chapter Makes Generous Gift to Benefit Women’s Health
First major private contribution to Ole Miss Student Health Center will enhance services
December 21, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Fellow students’ health and well-being have captured the attention of the University of Mississippi’s Chi Omega sorority chapter, which has committed $250,000 to establish a women’s health initiative extending the services of the campus Student Health Center. “Our chapter is thrilled about our new philanthropy endeavor,” said Tracy Buchanan of Oxford, theRead the story …
Top Stories on Ole Miss News in 2017
Year-end review reveals significant, widely-read headlines
December 19, 2017 by
As 2017 draws to a close, we are pleased to share highlights of stories from Ole Miss News. While we would quickly run out of room if we tried to share the more than 600 stories we produced in 2017, here is a nice sampling of great things that happened across our campuses: UM TopsRead the story …
UM Youth Summer Camps Release 2018 Schedule
Outreach offers special option for holiday gifts, several new camps for K-12 students
December 19, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Office of Pre-College Programs can help make holiday shopping easier this year by offering the gift of a fun, educational experience. Gift certificates are available for a slate of 2018 academic summer camps designed for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. “These camps give students the opportunity toRead the story …
Committed Community Servants Honored at University
'Hickman girls' pay tribute to parents' lives, examples with two scholarships
December 16, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The late Dewey and Will Hickman were known for their committed service to the University of Mississippi and the state’s other universities, the Oxford-Lafayette County community and its economic development, local schools, their church and – most of all – their three daughters. “Our parents led by example, with the message beingRead the story …
Pharmacy Professor Becomes Graduate School Associate Dean
Robert Doerksen is former director of medicinal chemistry graduate program
December 13, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss – Robert Doerksen, associate professor of medicinal chemistry, is the new associate dean of the University of Mississippi Graduate School. As of Monday (Dec. 11), he will manage the Office of the Graduate School and assist with expanding graduate education initiatives. A faculty member in the School of Pharmacy since 2004, Doerksen hasRead the story …
Applied Sciences Honors Students of the Month
Quitley Lee and Jangwoo Jo recognized for academic excellence
December 12, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Applied Sciences has named Jangwoo Jo of Seoul, South Korea, as its Graduate Student of the Month and Quitley Lee of Tupelo as Undergraduate Student of the Month for November. Jo is pursuing a doctorate in nutrition and hospitality management. After completing his undergraduate degree atRead the story …