OXFORD, Miss. – With plans to travel the world, research health disparities and grow a nonprofit organization, incoming freshman Dymond Mitchell is thankful to be named one of 13 new Stamps Scholars at the University of Mississippi. “This is so much more than a scholarship to me,” Mitchell said. “It will allow me to studyRead the story …
Largest-Ever Freshman Class Powers Overall Enrollment Growth
Student retention rate climbs to a record high of 89%
November 2, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Drawn by robust academic programs, outstanding value and dedication to its students, 22,967 students enrolled across the University of Mississippi‘s seven campuses for fall 2022. Powered by a freshman class of 4,480, the largest in university history, total enrollment is up 5.1%, or 1,111 students, over 2021. “Students and families across MississippiRead the story …
University Joins Higher Ed, Community Engagement Organization
Open house slated for Nov. 2 to educate UM community about Campus Compact resources
November 1, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi recently became a member of Campus Compact, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to higher education civic and community engagement. To educate the university community about available Campus Compact resources, an open house is planned for 2 p.m. Wednesday (Nov. 2) in The Gertrude C. Ford Ole Miss StudentRead the story …
Beloved Political Science Professor Mourned by Campus Community
Mississippi constitution expert John W. Winkle III leaves impressive legacy at UM
November 1, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – John W. Winkle III was a monumental figure at the University of Mississippi. He won virtually every teaching award the university offers, served as chair of the Department of Political Science more than once and contributed to the creation of the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College and Trent Lott Leadership Institute, toRead the story …
Courage: Lifting Her Voice
Sophomore encourages tough conversations about racial injustice
October 31, 2022 by
As part of the 60th anniversary of integration at the University of Mississippi, this is the second of a four-part series based on the themes that are inscribed on the Civil Rights Monument on campus: perseverance, courage, knowledge and opportunity. These student stories reflect the characteristics that James Meredith embodied six decades ago when heRead the story …
Seeing the Woods With No Trees
UM production of 'Into the Woods' delivers innovative take on popular musical
October 30, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Have you ever imagined how much fun it might be if characters from your favorite stories came together to create a story of their own? With its latest production, the University of Mississippi Department of Theatre and Film is about to grant your wish. “Into the Woods” opens Friday (Nov. 4) inRead the story …
Donor Credits Accountancy School for Success
Macione building fund gift demonstrates school's far-reaching impact
October 29, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Joe Macione and his family have prospered because his accounting degree from the University of Mississippi gave him the tools necessary to have a successful career. So the Bristol, Tennessee, resident recently decided it was time to help others have the same opportunity for prosperity. “My wife, Annette, always reminds me thatRead the story …
Successful Second Year for UM Real Estate Fall Forum
Eleven companies educate and network with Ole Miss students
October 28, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss – More than 60 students at the University of Mississippi had the chance to meet with a diverse group of real estate companies recently to expand their network within the industry. The Real Estate Fall Forum, sponsored by the UM School of Business Administration, hosted 11 companies to campus to speak with studentsRead the story …
Civil Rights Hero Tells Students ‘We Were Your Age’
David Dennis Sr. and David Dennis Jr. lead discussion about their book
October 27, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – David Dennis Sr., a civil rights activist and original Freedom Rider, looked out at a crowd of University of Mississippi students and had a realization. “We were your age,” Dennis Sr. said. “When you look back on these events, you’ll see pictures of people like yourself – not only marching and sittingRead the story …
University Partners with HUD Higher Education Network
Collaboration to focus on areas such as housing access, eviction prevention
October 27, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Laura Martin, associate director of the University of Mississippi‘s Grisham-McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement and director of M Partner, has been appointed to a national think tank devoted to building relationships between higher education and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. “This is an exciting outgrowth ofRead the story …