OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi faculty members had books recognized by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution as among the best pieces of Southern literature published in 2018. Kiese Laymon’s memoir “Heavy” and Chris Offutt’s historical novel “Country Dark” were among 11 titles selected as the best Southern books of 2018 in what AJC arts and books editor SuzanneRead the story …
Two UM Professors Have Titles on Best Southern Books of 2018
Kiese Laymon's 'Heavy,' Chris Offutt's 'County Dark' recognized by AJC
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Fifth Annual Mississippi Entrepreneurship Forum Set for March 8
December 20, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The 2019 Mississippi Entrepreneurship Forum will be hosted March 8 at the Cabot Lodge Millsaps in Jackson. Formerly known as the Rural Entrepreneurship Forum, the event will bring together leading entrepreneurs, economic developers, innovators and future business owners to learn more about the current entrepreneurial climate and future of entrepreneurship in Mississippi. Registration beginsRead the story …
UM Faculty Travel across Southeast for Collaborations
Ten faculty members participate in SEC Faculty Travel Program
December 13, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ten University of Mississippi faculty members are taking part in the SEC Faculty Travel Program this academic year, joining more than 100 fellow faculty members from other Southeastern Conference institutions. Established in 2012 by the SEC provosts, the program provides financial assistance from the SEC office that bolters intra-SEC collaboration. Participants travel to other SECRead the story …
UM Chapter of American Chemical Society Earns National Award
Student group honored for service to national organization, profession
December 7, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s chapter of Student Members of the American Chemical Society has been recognized nationally as an Outstanding Chapter for the 2017-18 academic year. The Ole Miss chapter was among 69 schools that received the award, chosen from hundreds of schools that have chapters within the American Chemical Society. “I wasRead the story …
UM Group, Community Members Visit Lynching Memorial
November 29, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A group of more than 50 people – including University of Mississippi faculty and students, Oxford high school students and community members – recently visited the Equal Justice Museum and Memorial Park in Montgomery, Alabama. The trip, which took place Nov. 3 and was organized by the UM Slavery Research Group, allowed participants to visit theRead the story …
Business School Launches Networking Program
Business Connect will link students with former graduates for employment
November 21, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Gathering leaders from some of the state’s largest businesses for a high-powered reception in Jackson, the University of Mississippi School of Business Administration has kicked off a new networking program to connect students with alumni for employment. The Business Connect program, founded this summer, seeks to determine the hiring/talent acquisition goals ofRead the story …
International Education Week Underway at UM
November 15, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi community is celebrating International Education Week the week of Nov. 12 with a number of events slated for campus. “(International Education Week) is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to promote the benefits of international education and exchange,” saidRead the story …
Lambda Sigma Society Earns National Recognition
Iota Chapter receives prestigious distinction
November 2, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi chapter of the Lambda Sigma National Honor Society has been named as an Honor Chapter by the organization’s national board. Lambda Sigma is a sophomore honor society based upon four main ideals: leadership, scholarship, fellowship and service. Among 38 chapters nationwide, the Iota Chapter at Ole Miss receivedRead the story …
Famed Mississippi Author to Share Inspiring Message with UM Students
Clifton Taulbert on campus to speak with CEED Innovation Scholars
October 29, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The McLean Institute of Public Service and Community Engagement will host “An Evening with Clifton Taulbert” from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 5 in the Bryant Hall gallery to discuss his career as an entrepreneur, businessman, Pulitzer-nominated author and U.S. Air Force veteran. Taulbert’s books illustrate the power of incorporating community engagementRead the story …
Versatility of Wheat in Cooking Topic for October Science Cafe
October 16, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi professor Susan Pedigo will lead a program Oct. 16 examining “The Versatility of Wheat in Cooking” at this month’s Science Cafe. Pedigo, a professor of chemistry and biochemistry, will speak on the subject at 6 p.m. at Uptown Coffee. The event is free and open to the public. TheRead the story …