OXFORD, Miss. – The Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College at the University of Mississippi is celebrating its 25th anniversary this academic year, with a silver gala planned for March 4 on campus. Tickets to the event are $125 apiece or $1,250 per table of 10, with a portion of the proceeds directed to the HonorsRead the story …
Can Trees Communicate Underground? Maybe Not
UM biology professor debunks popular theory about soil fungal networks
February 13, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Imagine this: a tree in a forest is threatened by a predator or an invasive plant species. Underground, it sounds an alarm to neighboring trees through the “Wood-Wide Web,” a network of mycorrhizal fungi that connects them through the soil. It is a fascinating theory, but a University of Mississippi scientist hasRead the story …
‘Polaroid Stories’ Tells Greek Myth Through Street Youth
Latest Theatre and Film production features first visiting artist hosted using equity funding
February 12, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The first production of the University of Mississippi Department of Theatre and Film‘s spring 2023 season also marks the first time the department has hosted a visiting artist on an Achieving Equity grant from the university’s Division of Diversity and Community Engagement. “Polaroid Stories,” written by Naomi Iizuka and directed by guestRead the story …
Funding the Front Door
Triplett Foundation's $4M gift to support construction of new alumni center
February 11, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The most recent of many gifts from the Dr. and Mrs. R. Faser Triplett Foundation to the University of Mississippi will help construct a new alumni center on the footprint of the current one. The Triplett Foundation, named for the late Jackie and Faser Triplett, of Jackson, is managed by their children:Read the story …
Math Professor Awarded National Science Foundation EPSCoR Fellowship
Ayla Gafni and doctoral student to learn from 'Mozart of Math' at UCLA
February 9, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ayla Gafni, assistant professor of mathematics at the University of Mississippi, has been named a research fellow by the National Science Foundation‘s Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research, known as EPSCoR. Her fellowship supports extended visits to the University of California at Los Angeles, totaling six months over two years, beginning inRead the story …
University’s Quality Enhancement Plan Hones Critical Thinking
'Thinkforward' focuses on helping freshmen and sophomores develop analytical skills
February 8, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A campuswide initiative in the works for several years promises to help boost critical thinking among University of Mississippi students, providing skills they can use throughout their careers. The university’s Quality Enhancement Plan, dubbed “Thinkforward,” aims to improve student learning and success by encouraging freshmen and sophomores to think critically, said JoshRead the story …
Using Oral Histories as an ‘Avenue to Difficult Truth-telling’
Sarah Rodriguez blends love for food and meaningful conversation at Southern Foodways Alliance
February 6, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Sarah Rodriguez engages with people through her work as an oral historian, honing skills such as honesty and empathy building. She also enjoys connecting with them over a meal, which is not surprising, given her job with the Southern Foodways Alliance. “I like to meet people for drinks and a meal andRead the story …
Black History Month Events to Honor, Empower Changemakers
Judy Meredith to deliver keynote address and host documentary screening
February 5, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi‘s Black History Month celebrations this year coincide with the commemoration of 60 years of integration at the state’s flagship, giving attendees an opportunity to honor both today’s changemakers and the people who paved their way. Judy Alsobrooks Meredith, documentarian, retired professor of mass communications and wife of theRead the story …
Young Alumna Gives Back to School of Accountancy
Stephanie Teague makes commitment to school's new home
February 4, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Stephanie Jennings Teague, of Chicago, sees her commitment of $100,000 to the Patterson School of Accountancy‘s new building at the University of Mississippi as a means of saying “thank you.” “It is a way to show a small token of my appreciation to Ole Miss, the faculty and staff, and the accountingRead the story …
University Supports Community Partnership Projects
Projects range from youth nutrition programs to sustainable farmers market activities
February 3, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. –The University of Mississippi has awarded funding to six projects aimed at increasing collaboration between the institution and the Lafayette County and Oxford communities. The Community Engaged Partnership Development Fund grants are awarded by the Division of Diversity and Community Engagement and support the UM Empower Now strategic plan. “Providing these grants allowsRead the story …