OXFORD, Miss. – The late Marion McManus of Houston, Texas, grew up on a small farm in Mississippi, one of nine children. His parents’ Meadville home had no electricity or running water and every day he and his siblings were expected to pick cotton after school to help make ends meet. “They lived a kindRead the story …
UM Graduate Gives Back with Planned Gifts
Donations benefit School of Business Administration, support scholarships
November 12, 2016 by
UM Student Spreads Message of Hope with Book on Disabilities
Michael Deauville to sign copies in the Grove before Ole Miss-MSU game
November 11, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Michael Deauville grew up with two siblings, both with disabilities. As the youngest of the three, the University of Mississippi sophomore experienced both hardships and benefits, which he highlights in his new book “A Brother’s Love.” His sister, Katie, was born with metachromatic leukodystrophy, a degenerative disease that affects muscle use. WhenRead the story …
UM to Observe Veteran’s Day
November 9, 2016 by
The University of Mississippi will honor veterans at a ceremony at noon Friday (Nov. 11) in Paris-Yates Chapel. All students, faculty, staff and community members are welcome and encouraged to attend as we honor America and those who have served our country. For additional information, contact Dewey Knight at 662-915-1166 or rdknight@olemiss.edu.
Levingston Named to Fant Chair
Donor celebrates lives of family members through endowed chair
November 7, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Part of the attraction of a college town is enjoying nationally- and internationally-known speakers and musicians. Acclaimed concert pianist Bruce Levingston, the chancellor’s Honors College artist-in-residence, brings many eminent guests to the University of Mississippi, such as a recent visit by noted philanthropist and conservationist David Rockefeller Jr. The educational and culturalRead the story …
UM, JSU Women’s Groups Work Toward a Common Purpose
Councils partner to share insights, benefit students
November 5, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Through a nine-year collaboration, the women’s councils of two Mississippi universities have developed a bond that is proving beneficial for both organizations. In 2007, the Ole Miss Women’s Council for Philanthropy helped develop a similar council at Jackson State University. Ever since, the groups have strengthened each other, building on their relationshipRead the story …
UM Challenges Community to Team Up for Rebel Trail Challenge
Campus Recreation program lets participants test their limits, skills
November 4, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Department of Campus Recreation invites runners and outdoors enthusiasts to compete in the third annual Rebel Trail Challenge, a 5-mile obstacle race that participants must complete as a duo, on Nov. 12. The course features six obstacles – including multiple rope challenges, a scaling wall and more –Read the story …
UM Pharmacy Graduate Student Wins Drug Discovery Award
Work explores compounds that may help treat Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease and depression
November 2, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Vedanjali Gogineni, a doctoral candidate in medicinal chemistry in the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, has been awarded a 2016 Graduate Student Research Award in Drug Discovery and Development Interface from the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists. AAPS gives four of these awards annually to recognize graduate students who significantly influenceRead the story …
UM Law School Hosts Mississippi Supreme Court Candidates
Nov. 2 election forum to include question-and-answer session
October 31, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The student body of the University of Mississippi School of Law is hosting a forum Wednesday (Nov. 2) for candidates in the Mississippi Supreme Court District 3, Place 1 election. The event, set for 6-7:30 p.m. in the law school’s Weems Auditorium, is free and open to the public. Candidates scheduled toRead the story …
Farm to YOUth Project Works to Transform Lives
UM effort aims to end food insecurity among Calhoun County children
October 29, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Children at three Calhoun County elementary schools are trying kale for the first time. Farm to YOUth, a six-week University of Mississippi pilot project supported by a $200,000 gift from global agriculture business Monsanto Co., also has the kids eating cucumbers, pineapple, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts and mango – all in anRead the story …
Pharmacy Professor Earns Health Care Hero Award
Daniel Riche noted for leadership in pharmacy, patient management fields
October 27, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Daniel M. Riche, an associate professor of pharmacy practice in the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, has been honored with Mississippi Business Journal’s 2016 Health Care Heroes award, which recognizes contributions to health and well-being. Riche was chosen as one of 33 winners from around the state after a patient of theRead the story …