OXFORD, Miss. – Five University of Mississippi students competed recently in contests at both the regional and national conferences of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, thanks to a generous corporate sponsorship. Funds from Parker Racor Co. in Holly Springs were used by the Ole Miss Chemical Engineering Car Team to purchase materials needed toRead the story …
UM Chemical Engineering Students Receive Corporate Sponsorship from Parker Racor
Funds allowed team to compete in regional, national American Institute of Chemical Engineers conference contests
May 28, 2013 by
New Group Formed to Support Veterans and Military
Former UM ROTC senior military instructor tapped to lead new initiative
May 24, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The new University of Mississippi Veteran and Military Services unit has one main goal: to support those who have answered the call of duty to their country. Thanks to this unit, veterans, active-duty military members and veterans’ dependents need look no further when they have questions about their college experience. “I understandRead the story …
Honors College Student Spurs Debate at Conference
Travis Gray presented analysis of agricultural subsidies on Mississippi economy
May 23, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With the growing debate over federal spending, Travis Gray created quite a stir with his presentation on the economic impact of agricultural subsidies in Mississippi during the recent Southeastern Conference for Public Administration in Coral Springs, Fla. Gray, a native of Little Rock, Ark., is a senior in the University of Mississippi’sRead the story …
Winter Institute Mentioned in Ebony Magazine Article
Institute is only organization mentioned by name as having been awarded American Healing Initiative grant
May 22, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The William Winter Institute for Racial Reconciliation at the University of Mississippi is mentioned in an article appearing in the May issue of Ebony magazine. “A Strong Foundation” is the title of the feature, which focuses on Gail Christopher, vice president for program strategy at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. The Institute isRead the story …
Rebels Earn Capital One Academic Honors
May 21, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ole Miss men’s tennis players Johan Backstrom and Adrian Forberg Skogeng have been named to the Capital One Academic All-District 6 At-Large Team as announced by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) organization Friday. Both are now eligible, along with the recipients from seven other districts, for the Capital OneRead the story …
Clarion Ledger: ‘Top secret’ microchip inventor coaches robotics team
May 20, 2013 by
In 1970, University of Mississippi graduate Ray Holt invented a microprocessor computer chip that altered the way we look at computer science and flight. The Silicon Valley sorcerer spent decades working in the industry, finally retiring and choosing to roam the country. But when Holt stopped in Mississippi to see a friend, he also sawRead the story …
Three Faculty Recognized for Teaching Excellence, Concern for Students
Awards announced Saturday during commencement ceremonies for UM College of Liberal Arts
May 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Three outstanding faculty members in the University of Mississippi’s College of Liberal Arts have been selected as top teachers and awarded $1,000 prizes and engraved plaques. The 2012-13 honored faculty and their awards are Felice Coles, associate professor of modern languages, College of Liberal Arts Outstanding Teacher; Sarah Moses, assistant professor ofRead the story …
Phytochemist Receives Distinguished Research and Creative Achievement Award
UM research professor recognized for 'enormous impact' on worldwide scientific community
May 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – When it comes to illicit drugs, especially marijuana, Mahmoud A. ElSohly has tests to reveal how potent they are, whether they are contaminated, from where they might have come and whether someone is using them. When it comes to legal drugs, ElSohly has a knack for formulating new ones. His name isRead the story …
Myrlie Evers-Williams’ Commencement Address Full of Memorable Moments
May 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Here are some memorable excerpts from Myrlie Evers-Williams commencement address at the University of Mississippi: “As the sun began to come out, it reminded me of one word: belief. Work toward that belief and it will become a reality.” “One other word that speaks to who and what you are and whatRead the story …
Myrlie Evers-Williams Encourages 2013 UM Graduates to ‘Soar and Be Free’
Civil rights pioneer presented with Humanitarian Award; reflects upon painful past, acknowledges progress while calling for better world
May 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Declaring her belief in their individual and combined power, renowned civil rights activist and author Myrlie Evers-Williams challenged University of Mississippi graduating seniors to become active in making the state, nation and world a better place for all people. “I believe in you, and I hope you believe in yourselves, too,” Evers-WilliamsRead the story …