Each year, the University of Mississippi’s National PanHellenic Council hosts the annual Homecoming step show, which debuts elaborate performances by sororities and fraternities in NPHC. Each organization preforming will present a “step show” which consists of steps, skits and exciting role playing. The organizations will be judged by six alumni, one from each organization preforming; NoelRead the story …
5 Reasons Why Ole Miss Should Support the United Way
Campus goal is $150,000 by Nov. 30
October 15, 2014 by
1. Because it’s a long-standing tradition. Ever since United Way of Oxford-Lafayette County was founded 44 years ago, University of Mississippi leadership, faculty, staff and students have annually brought in more dollars than any other workplace campaign in the community. Just as importantly, UWOLC works closely with individuals and departments from across campus on critical issuesRead the story …
LGBTQ History Month Continues on Campus
October 15, 2014 by
Throughout October, the UM Center for Inclusion and Cross Cultural Engagement is observing LGBTQ History Month. Activities include various events across the Ole Miss campus, all of which are open to the public. “LGBTQ History Month provides the opportunity for us as a community to learn about essential members of our university community, tell themRead the story …
Fans Hear Inspiration of Hit Songs in ‘The Heart Behind the Music’
October 14, 2014 by
“The Heart Behind the Music” songwriter’s showcase gave music fans an opportunity to learn the stories that inspired hit songs we all know and love. Billy Dean, Deana Carter, Lenny LeBlanc, Teddy Gentry and Charles English talked about the personal tales behind hit songs such as “Let Them be Little,” “You and Tequila,” “Falling” and “My Home’s inRead the story …
Highlights from Racial Reconciliation Week
October 13, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Department of Athletics and the William Winter Institute for Racial Reconciliation recently held Racial Reconciliation Week on campus. Highlights of the week included the dedications of the Center for Inclusion and Cross Cultural Engagement and of Chucky Mullins Drive as well as the open house and celebration of the 15th year anniversaryRead the story …
Ford Center Hosts Art Faculty Exhibit
October 10, 2014 by
The Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts is hosting an art exhibition through Oct. 25 to showcase the talents of university faculty. The University of Mississippi Art Department Faculty Exhibition features more than a dozen works of art by 11 faculty members. Carlyle Wolfe, adjunct assistant professor for art foundations, said the Ford CenterRead the story …
Teamwork Pays Off in Awards for UM Communications
Ole Miss unit continues winning state, regional accolades
October 10, 2014 by
Here in University Communications we have the enviable job of promoting Ole Miss on a daily basis. We work on a beautiful campus, and we get to communicate with wonderful Ole Miss students, faculty, staff members and alumni doing so many interesting things. So, it is like icing on the cake when we find out our team hasRead the story …
UM Museum 75 for 75: Second Century Marble ‘Aphrodite’
October 10, 2014 by
The University of Mississippi Museum has more than 20,000 objects in its collection, and in honor of the museum’s 75th anniversary this year, the Ole Miss News Blog is featuring 75 different items from its collections. Today, we feature the museum’s “Aphrodite,” a large-grained island marble piece that was made by an unknown Greek artist.Read the story …
New Giving Platform Launched into Immediate Success
Victory Celebration Fund and Chucky Mullins scholarship raised combined $220,000
October 9, 2014 by
Thirty-six hours. $220,000. Rebel fans are generous. And they respond quickly. In less than 24 hours, contributors donated more than $100,000 to help with the costs of a fine for students rushing the football field and the replacement of goal posts following Ole Miss’ win against Alabama. That generosity continued Wednesday with the “I Wear 38” campaign. InRead the story …
‘GameDay’ Producer: UM ‘Best On-Campus Experience’
ESPN's broadcast from the Grove ahead of the Rebs' 23-17 win over Alabama is the highest rated episode this season
October 8, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Following a broadcast from the Grove Saturday, ahead of Ole Miss’ 23-17 win over then-top-ranked Alabama, ESPN “College GameDay” producer Lee Fitting said the experience here was the best he’s had in 11 years with the show. Fitting told Sports Illustrated that the buzz throughout the weekend here was “awesome.” “This wasRead the story …