OXFORD, Miss. – The study of particle collisions around black holes by physicists at the University of Mississippi was published in the latest issue of Physical Review Letters. The study, which is also featured as a Physics Focus story by the American Physical Society, was conducted by Emanuele Berti, associate professor of physics and astronomyRead the story …
Prestigious Journal Publishes UM Physicists’ Black Hole Research
Studies also highlighted on American Physical Society's website
July 6, 2015 by
Assistant Professor of Journalism Vanessa Gregory Receives Mississippi Arts Commission Fellowship
July 6, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi assistant professor of journalism Vanessa Gregory has been awarded a $4,500 Literary Arts Fellowship from the Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC). This grant is a portion of the $1.61 million in grants the Commission awarded in 2015-2016 and will be used to support Gregory’s creative work as a nonfiction writer. The grants are made possible by continuedRead the story …
PHOTO GALLERY: Jonestown Youth Visit Campus
Innovative new program combines learning, service and empowerment
July 1, 2015 by
Students from Jonestown, Miss., visited campus in June to learn about educational opportunities available after high school. The campus visit is part of a program coordinated by the McLean Institute to build awareness and resources in the Delta town, which has experienced tough economic challenges.Throughout the spring semester, members of the Institute’s Student Engagement Fellows programRead the story …
Statement from UM Chancellor
June 23, 2015 by
The University of Mississippi community came to the realization years ago that the confederate battle flag did not represent many of our core values such as civility and respect for others. Since that time, we have become a stronger and better university. We join other leaders in our state who are calling for a changeRead the story …
Ole Miss Greek Community Working to Prevent Excessive Drinking
Campus team uses online videos to engage and inform students
June 21, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Greek community at the University of Mississippi is using an alternative approach to help reduce and prevent issues caused by excessive drinking. The Ole Miss Interfraternity Council has teamed with University Communications and the Office of Health Promotion to assist in promoting a responsible drinking campaign. IFC members worked closely with a teamRead the story …
Ole Miss Student Receives National Pharmacy Scholarship
Kelsey Stephens honored for leadership and commitment to profession
June 19, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Kelsey Stephens, a rising third-year professional pharmacy student at the University of Mississippi, has been awarded the $1,000 Gloria Francke Scholarship from the American Pharmacists Association Foundation Student Scholarship Program. APhA student scholarships are awarded to students who “demonstrate school and community leadership, and a commitment to the future of pharmacy,” according toRead the story …
UM Museum Offers Workshop with Masters
Art novices invited to learn sketching June 27-28 from professional Constance Pierce
June 5, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Amateur and aspiring artists have a rare opportunity to learn from a master, thanks to a workshop in June at the University of Mississippi Museum. “Learning to Sketch from Museum Masters” is a two-day weekend event June 27-28 in the museum’s studios and galleries. Sessions begin at 2:30 p.m. each day. The costRead the story …
Ole Miss Team Competes at BattleFrog College Championship
Four UM students complete solid performance at the Navy Seals-inspired obstacle course
June 5, 2015 by
Four University of Mississippi students recently competed in the first-ever BattleFrog College Championship in Orlando, Florida, which airs next week on the ESPN networks. Jack Coffin, a 22-year-old senior from Ruckersville, Virginia; Kim Duff, 24, a 2015 graduate from Greensboro, North Carolina; Josh Brenc, 19, a sophomore from Chicago, and Emily Lewis, 20, a seniorRead the story …
Oxford Summer Events of 2015 Offer Fun for All Ages
June 4, 2015 by
Most of the students have left town and another great baseball season has ended, so Oxford seems rather quiet. But if you’re hanging around town over the summer, you’re in luck! There are plenty of great events, both at the University of Mississippi and around town to enjoy. Summer Sunset Series Each Sunday night inRead the story …
Waltman Elected LSSB President
Five others assume new leadership roles
May 26, 2015 by
OXFORD,Miss. – Jess Waltman, a native of Quitman, has been elected the 2015-2016 president of the Law School Student Body Association. Five other officers will also assume responsibility for the upcoming school year. The LSSB president oversees the functions of the other members of the LSSB executive board and represents the law school student bodyRead the story …