OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi, along with Yoknapatawpha Press, has released an anthology of essays chronicling James Meredith’s 1962 enrollment. “James Meredith: Breaking the Barrier” serves as the commemorative text for the 60th anniversary of the university’s integration. In the collection, 10 university students, journalists, historians and eyewitnesses tell the story of Meredith’sRead the story …
‘James Meredith: Breaking the Barrier’ Adds Voice to History
Diverse essay collection commemorates Meredith's 1962 enrollment
September 19, 2022 by
Dawn of New Era in the Arts at the University
New institute shines a light on creative arts on campus and beyond
September 18, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Pianist Bruce Levingston and special guest artists will give the first performance in celebration of the University of Mississippi Institute for the Arts at 7:30 p.m. Thursday (Sept. 22) in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Levingston and other distinguished artists are honoring the new organization being created toRead the story …
Ole Miss Asks ‘Where Are You Going?’ in Latest TV Commercial
New national spot debuts during halftime of Georgia Tech game
September 17, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi debuts its new television commercial Saturday (Sept. 17) during the football game between Ole Miss and Georgia Tech on ABC. The 30-second commercial, titled “Where are You Going,” features Ole Miss students describing their personal aspirations paired with popular spots on campus and in Oxford, showing viewers whereRead the story …
Bancroft Fund Commits $1 Million to Accountancy Building
Gift continues foundation's support of university, names classroom in new facility
September 17, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A $1 million gift from the Joseph C. Bancroft Charitable & Educational Fund will name a large first-floor classroom in the Patterson School of Accountancy‘s new building at the University of Mississippi. “The Bancroft Charitable Fund has been a longtime supporter of the Patterson School, and I’m a 1969 accountancy graduate,” saidRead the story …
Student Pursues Passion in Critical Care Nursing
Kaylee Hillhouse completes degrees in allied health studies and nursing to follow her dreams
September 16, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Kaylee Hillhouse, of Pontotoc knew that she wanted her career to make a difference in the lives of others. She also really likes puzzles. “I like working the steps and figuring out how each piece fits together,” Hillhouse said. “The feeling you get at the end when you know you’ve searched andRead the story …
IMC Professor Honored for Study of Vaccine Discourse on Social Media
Amanda Bradshaw examined advertising and discussions in early months of COVID-19 pandemic
September 15, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi assistant professor of integrated marketing communications has earned an honorable mention in the Nafziger-White-Salwen Dissertation Award juried competition. Amanda Bradshaw’s three-part dissertation examined vaccine-related social media advertising and organic vaccine discourse on social media in the early months of COVID-19, from March to May 2020. “Notably, the WorldRead the story …
Astronomy: Prospect of Lunar Mining Raises Questions of Space Resource Management
September 15, 2022 by
Lunar mining falls into gray area of international law, but talks are underway to avoid conflict By Michelle Hanlon It’s been 50 years since humans last visited the Moon, and even robotic missions have been few and far between. But the Earth’s only natural satellite is about to get crowded. At least six countries andRead the story …
Pfizer Leader Slated for Pharmacy School’s Waller Lecture
John D. Ludwig to share how pharmaceutical company developed its COVID-19 vaccine
September 13, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – John D. Ludwig, senior vice president for medicinal sciences at Pfizer Inc., is set to deliver the 2022 Coy W. Waller Distinguished Lecture at the University of Mississippi. The Sept. 16 lecture, “The COVID-19 Vaccine Development Story,” will detail the work that went into bringing the lifesaving vaccine to the public. TheRead the story …
UM Ranked in Top 100 by U.S. News & World Report
Ole Miss also recognized for best value, programs for veterans
September 12, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi remains one of the top public universities in the nation, as ranked by U.S. News & World Report. The university was listed at No. 72 among public universities in the U.S. News “Best Colleges” for 2022-23 report, which was released Monday (Sept. 12). This makes Ole Miss theRead the story …
Belonging, Well-Being Make UM One of the ‘Great Colleges to Work For’
University lands on Chronicle's list for 13th year
September 12, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – When asked about why he loves working for the University of Mississippi, Tom Dickerson said it really comes down to how people are treated. “During my time at the university, I feel like I’ve been respected,” said Dickerson, a supervisor for the Department of Landscape Services who has worked 16 years onRead the story …