OXFORD, Miss. – Digital marketing is a highly competitive and valuable resource for corporations, organizations and universities around the globe. The University of Mississippi’s Division of Outreach and Continuing Education has been honored for its successful use of this medium to reach prospective students and program participants through targeted email campaigns. This month, the marketingRead the story …
Division of Outreach Earns Constant Contact Award
Unit recognized among top 10 percent of users driving powerful marketing
April 9, 2019 by
University Celebrates Women’s History Month
Scheduled events include symposium, town hall, conference and panel discussions
March 18, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Panel discussions, a film and lectures are among several events scheduled as the Sarah Isom Center for Women and Gender Studies and the Center for Inclusion and Cross Cultural Engagement at the University of Mississippi observe Women’s History Month. “Women’s History Month is a useful reminder of how essential women are toRead the story …
University Renews Free NCFDD Membership to Faculty, Students and Staff
Hundreds have already joined organization that supports academics' careers
March 6, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Office of the Provost and Division of Diversity and Community Engagement at the University of Mississippi have renewed an institutional membership with the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity. All faculty, graduate students, post-doctoral students and staff can join the nearly 480 UM employees and students who are already members of NCFDD. The freeRead the story …
‘Art of Identification’ Showcases Beauty of Birds at UM Museum
Artist David Allen Sibley to visit campus for events in early April
February 27, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The diversity and beauty of North American bird life are on display at the University of Mississippi Museum, where a collection of watercolors by self-taught bird illustrator, ornithologist and author David Allen Sibley is open for viewing. “The Art of Identification” runs through Sept. 7 at the museum. An opening reception isRead the story …
Cirque Éloize’s ‘Saloon’ Swings into Town
Musical acrobatic act performs Feb. 25 at UM Ford Center
February 25, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Traveling troupe Cirque Éloize is bringing the circus to the University of Mississippi, complete with acrobats and musicians, for a Tuesday (Feb. 26) show at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for Performing Arts. The Canadian ensemble’s “Saloon: A Musical Acrobatic Adventure” is set for 7:30 p.m. Cirque Éloize is one of theRead the story …
Annual UM Pack-a-Thon this Weekend
Feed the Hunger sets goal of packing 150,000 meals for impoverished
February 19, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi student-led campaign to provide thousands of meals for impoverished children in Kenya, Haiti, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Jamaica and rural Kentucky is once again counting on the Oxford and Lafayette County community for support. The ninth annual Feed the Hunger Pack-a-Thon will be held at Powerhouse Community ArtsRead the story …
Free Concert Celebrates Mississippi Composer
William Grant Still is known as the dean of African-American composers
February 15, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – William Grant Still is known around the world for his significant contributions not only to African-American music, but to the American classical music cannon. “The American South is blessed with rich African-American musical traditions, and though we immediately think of jazz and blues, we can also think of classical music,” said GeorgeRead the story …
Brass and Ivory Trio Explores a Less Traditional Combination
Thursday recital features piano, trumpet and trombone
February 12, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Brass and ivory converge to create a fascinating musical treat for Valentine’s Day at the University of Mississippi. The Brass and Ivory Trio will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday (Feb. 14) in Nutt Auditorium, offering an inventive program and rich, beautiful music to those celebrating – or even avoiding – Valentine’s DayRead the story …
Oxford Piano Trio Celebrates 30 Years of Performance, Friendship
UM professors and longtime collaborators retiring this year
February 8, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – When they take the stage Monday evening as Oxford Piano Trio, violinist Robert Riggs, pianist Stacy Rodgers and cellist Sue Gaston will have history – as well as music – on their minds. The Oxford Piano Trio performs the work of Schubert, Rachmaninoff and Eric Ewazen at 7:30 p.m. Monday (Feb. 11)Read the story …
Graduate School Expo Set for Feb. 8
Event showcases diverse academic offerings and research opportunities
February 4, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi hosts a Graduate School Expo from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday (Feb. 8), giving prospective students an opportunity to check out all that the university has to offer. The event begins with a welcome session in Bondurant Hall, Room 204C. It will give attendees a chance toRead the story …