There is one universal reaction when I tell folks that I live in Oxford. “You are so lucky,” they exclaim. I am. And I’m always curious to find out what it is about Oxford and the university that they miss so deeply and so personally, in a way that I don’t hear expressed about otherRead the story …
#KeepItOnline, Y’all
Because photo stalking in real life just isn’t cool
April 2, 2014 by
Every now and then in Ole Miss PR, we get a little free time to promote ourselves, just for fun. One recent project we worked on was the five-part #KeepItOnline video series, which we rolled out at the end of fall semester. The concept? Behaviors that are common and even encouraged online, but would beRead the story …
On Location: Sustainability Goes High Fashion
April 1, 2014 by
Recently, a few of us had the chance to get out of the office for the afternoon and head over to the Oxford Recycling Center, which is kind of a photography goldmine, I think—tons of old electronics, crushed cans and a truck full of wet newspapers. What more could you ask for? The weather wasRead the story …
Internships: the Hidden Importance
The secret to landing your first "big kid" job
March 31, 2014 by
While sitting at my desk in Sam Hall, I often think back to the steps I had to take to make it here today. What stands out is the opportunity I had to supplement my education at the University of Mississippi with the real-world experience I received at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis. RewindRead the story …
Lessons On Creativity With a Bonus Word Hunt
March 28, 2014 by
There is a misconception that creativity is only for the crazy ones, those mavericks who are able to take life by the lapels, shake it up and leverage their supernatural sense of wonder into a coveted eureka moment. These artistic alphas are able to pluck ideas from the fringe like the creativity gods have charmedRead the story …
Hanging Out In a Holding Cell
The making of a UM Office Of Health Promotions video
March 27, 2014 by
Many people don’t know that the only place you will find a holding cell on the University of Mississippi campus is in Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Those cells recently became the set for the final video in the UM Office of Health Promotions “Skip The Risk” series. To see the final cut, check out the official OleRead the story …
REJOICE!, ‘Pepper’ and Me
March 26, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. — Once upon a time at the University of Mississippi, there existed a little-known publication called “REJOICE!: The Gospel Music Magazine.” I know this for two reasons. First, because I read about it when the first issue debuted circa 1987. Second, I was privileged to serve as its managing co-editor for the last twoRead the story …
‘Skip the Risk’ Videos Highlight Dangers of Alcohol Abuse
March 25, 2014 by
There’s a new campaign on the Ole Miss campus that has produced some pretty neat videos addressing alcohol use on college campuses. Check out the videos here and also check Instagram.com throughout the week for more videos. Plus, there are free stickers, buttons and other items being distributed this week by students, faculty and employees all surroundingRead the story …
Spring at Ole Miss
March 25, 2014 by
The most beautiful time of year at Ole Miss is spring. Flowers and trees are blooming all over campus. Here’s a video of the signs of spring that I recently shot.
On Location With University Communications
March 24, 2014 by
University Communications Videographers, Win Graham (center) and Will Hamilton (right), prepare the opening sequence for an upcoming health promotions video. The story takes place in bathtub graveyard of sorts located on Mississippi 6 just beyond the Lafayette County line. Stay tuned to Ole Miss’ official Instagram and You Tube accounts to see the rest ofRead the story …