OXFORD, Miss. – The two newest faculty members at the University of Mississippi’s Center for the Study of Southern Culture, Simone Delerme and Zac Henson, bring with them new perspectives on the region’s growing Latino influences and the broader implications of Southern food culture. Delerme, who describes herself as “a very eclectic person just fullRead the story …
Newest Professors Focus on Novel Aspects of the South
Latin America and contemporary food movements are topics of research
July 22, 2013 by
Weixing Chen Named New Chair of Public Policy Leadership
International lecturer and author sets high goals for UM program to become nationally prominent
July 7, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Weixing “Mark” Chen joins the faculty of the University of Mississippi this fall as the new chair of the Department of Public Policy Leadership. He brings to the department experience with university administration, establishing international partnerships and educational programs, and his teaching and research specializations in public policy, international relations and ChineseRead the story …
UM Physicist Included in Elite Group of Innovators
Breese Quinn featured among 'Faces and Places of Great Science and Innovation in U.S.'
June 25, 2013 by
A professor involved in the Higgs-Boson particle research is among a group of elite scientists included in the “Faces and Places of Great Sciences and Innovation in the U.S.” list. Breese Quinn, an associate professor of physics at the University of Mississippi, was one of several national scientists included the list on display at theRead the story …
Ole Miss Joins MSDH Healthiest Loser Challenge
Physical Plant team already well on the way to healthier lifestyles
June 20, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Patricia Stewart, 51, already knows the two keys to getting healthier and losing weight: eat less and exercise more. But, Stewart, a fulltime employee at the University of Mississippi Physical Plant Department, simply doesn’t have the time or expertise to put her knowledge into a workable plan. Co-worker Tiffany Edwards, 42, aRead the story …
Parking Registration Opens July 1
For the first time, UM offers a limited number of reserved spots
June 19, 2013 by
Online vehicle registration for the 2013-14 academic year opens at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, July 1 at olemiss.edu/parking. Employees wishing to purchase a reserved spot will select their desired parking lot during registration. Should you have any questions about the online registration system, call 915-7235. Parking and transportation representatives will be available at midnight onRead the story …
Move-in week kicks off Aug. 19
Early move-in groups will begin moving into residence halls Friday
June 12, 2013 by
With more than 3,400 incoming freshmen moving into UM residence halls this month, the UM Department of Student Housing is expanding on last year’s successful staggered move-in schedule to reduce congestion on campus and in Oxford. Here’s what you should know: Students will begin moving in this weekend. Early move-in groups such as Greek communities,Read the story …
UM rolls out new design
Business cards, letterhead, envelopes ready for ordering
June 1, 2013 by
UM has unveiled new designs for the university that include a standard email signature for all employees; business cards, letterhead and envelopes; and a PowerPoint template. Click here to see the new designs. The new design standards do not affect the Lyceum crest or Ole Miss script. Here’s what the new design means for facultyRead the story …
Celebrated HIV Doctor to Speak at Honors College Convocation
Dr. Hannah Gay renowned as medical pioneer for functionally curing infected infant
January 28, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – One of the world’s most influential people will deliver the keynote address at the annual spring convocation for the University of Mississippi’s Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College. Dr. Hannah Gay, who was recognized by Time magazine for “orchestrating an incredible breakthrough” in the long-running search for an HIV cure, will speak about herRead the story …
Quiet Before the Storm
August 7, 2012 by
The Ole Miss campus has a sense of calm this week that only can be described as the quiet before the storm. In less than a week, around 20,000 Ole Miss students will descend on Oxford, coming from their hometowns, summer internships or study abroad programs. It is a time that Oxford residents both loveRead the story …
Want to find out how our Ole Miss athletes did?
August 7, 2012 by
SPOILER ALERT: Results from Tuesday events in London. Both of the Ole Miss track and field representatives advanced in their respective Olympic events Tuesday. UM rising senior Isiah Young advanced to Wednesday’s men’s 200-meter semifinals with a third place finish (20.55) in this morning’s first round heat while former Ole Miss long jump specialist BrittneyRead the story …