OXFORD. Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s annual Food Day celebration includes a variety of fun, interactive activities with the aim of highlighting the far-reaching impacts of Americans’ diet and the food industry, and why it matters. Part of a nationwide movement toward healthy, affordable, sustainable foods, the UM event series kicks off Thursday (Oct.Read the story …
University Celebrates Food Day in October
Annual observance includes festival, compost 'sift-a-thon' and more
October 1, 2015 by
UM Honors College Creates Mississippi Water Security Institute
Program will help students learn to protect resources while supporting economic development
October 1, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College at the University of Mississippi has established the Mississippi Water Security Institute to help students understand the delicate balance between promoting strong economic development and protecting natural resources. A $258,000 grant from the Robert M. Hearin Foundation is funding the institute, which is an educational project geared toward undergraduates.Read the story …
Marie Hull’s Life and Work Celebrated by UM Artist-in-Residence
Bruce Levingston to sign and read from 'Bright Fields: The Mastery of Marie Hull'
October 1, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Renowned Mississippi pianist Bruce Levingston pays homage to celebrated Mississippi artist Marie Hull in his new book, “Bright Fields: The Mastery of Marie Hull.” A lifelong cultural ambassador in the state of Mississippi, Hull is one of the most influential Southern artists of the 20th century. Levingston, artist-in-residence at the University of Mississippi’s SallyRead the story …
Greg Tschumper Honored with Faculty Achievement Award
Professor of chemistry and biochemistry is respected scholar, educator and mentor
October 1, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Greg Tschumper, professor of chemistry and biochemistry at the University of Mississippi, is the 2015 recipient of the university’s Faculty Achievement Award. Since receiving his doctorate 16 years ago from the University of Georgia, Tschumper has been a significant contributor to the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and the entire university. AsRead the story …
Ole Miss Women’s Council to Honor Khayat
Group seeks sponsors for spring 2016 Legacy Award event
September 24, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Chancellor Emeritus Robert C. Khayat, leader of what has been called a “renaissance” at the University of Mississippi, has been chosen as the 2016 Legacy Award recipient by the Ole Miss Women’s Council for Philanthropy. The OMWC and presenting sponsor C Spire will honor Khayat during campus events April 16, 2016, andRead the story …
Special Collections Closed for Mold Removal
Materials remain available for use either online or by special arrangement
September 24, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s Department of Archives and Special Collections at the J.D. Williams Library is temporarily closed so workers can clean up mold, and though it’s unknown how long the remediation will take, there are still many ways to access large portions of the collection. The library still offers substantial accessRead the story …
‘Heads in the Game’ Study Continues on the Turf at Vaught-Hemingway
UM researchers, trainers gathering data in hopes of helping athletes prevent concussions
September 17, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is continuing its pioneering concussion research collaboration with X2 Biosystems this fall as scientists and trainers monitor student-athletes in real time to collect data from on-field collisions. This season, 20 Ole Miss Rebel football players are wearing an “xPatch” device, designed by X2 Biosystems, behind their ears duringRead the story …
Free Family Law Clinic Set for Wednesday
September 17, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A free family law legal clinic, sponsored by the Pro Bono Initiative at the University of Mississippi School of Law and the Mississippi Volunteer Lawyer’s Project, is scheduled for 1 p.m. Wednesday (Sept. 23) at the law school. Attorneys and law students will provide legal advice and assist with drafting complaints forRead the story …
Former Political Science Chair Robert B. Albritton II Fondly Remembered
UM administrators, faculty members recall late colleague and mentor as a great leader, example
September 17, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Robert Bynum Albritton II, chair and professor emeritus of political science, is being fondly remembered by his University of Mississippi colleagues as a visionary leader, loyal mentor and respected teacher. Albritton, 78, passed Sept. 9 at his home in Oxford. A memorial service will be held later in Andalusia, Alabama. Coleman FuneralRead the story …
Meet Jennifer Phillips, September’s Staff Member of the Month
September 17, 2015 by
Jennifer Phillips, assistant director for retention in the Center for Student Success and First-Year Experience, is September’s Staff Council Staff Member of the Month. To help us get to know her better, Phillips answered a few questions for Inside Ole Miss. IOM: How long have you worked at Ole Miss? Phillips: 15 years IOM: What is your hometown? Phillips: Carthage, MississippiRead the story …