OXFORD, Miss. – The consumption of mobile data continues to surge. In 2012 alone, mobile data usage grew 70 percent over the previous year and is expected to grow 18-fold by 2016, according to Cisco. This growth puts operators in a challenging position of trying to figure out how to manage the strain on existingRead the story …
Alumnus’ Idea Leads to Patent and Position with Technology Startup
… Luis Paris created computer algorithm in UM graduate school that leads to promising wireless applications
April 22, 2013 by
Pearson, Roberson Honored at Annual T.P. Vinson Banquet
Memorial banquet honors UM student and alumnus for service, leadership
April 18, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Oxford Middle School assistant principal Bradley Roberson and University of Mississippi senior Courtney Pearson were honored for their commitment to education and service Saturday (April 13) during the annual T.P. Vinson Memorial Scholarship Banquet. Roberson, who received a bachelor’s degree in mathematics education from UM in 2000, received the T.P. Vinson MemorialRead the story …
Minors Increase Accountancy School Support with Gift Annuity
1937 graduate helps play role in school's national top 10 ranking
March 25, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In the mid-1930s when money was tight and few part-time jobs were available, Lucian Minor struggled financially as a University of Mississippi student. The Ole Miss cafeteria had to rearrange its food line, in fact, because the creative young student would choose a 5-cent bowl of soup and load it up withRead the story …
Pharmacy School to Honor Three at Alumni Weekend
Alumni and service awards recognize Georgia administrator, Gulf Coast pharmacists who helped patients after Katrina
March 21, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy will honor three alumni for their outstanding careers and commitment to service during the school’s Alumni Weekend awards banquet on Saturday (March 23). The school’s 2013 Distinguished Alumni Award will be presented to Ackerman native D. Montez Carter, and Wendy I. McKinney and John A.Read the story …
Siblings and Their Families Establish Pharmacy Scholarship Endowment
February 28, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The original Oliver Drug Store in Whitehaven, Tenn., holds a special place in the hearts of siblings Steve Oliver, Anita Drury and JoAnne Oliver. Established by their father, Joseph G. “Joe” Oliver, the store had an old-fashioned soda fountain, cosmetics counter and sections with toys and gifts.
TEDxTalk Featuring UM Alumna Sandra Bloodworth
February 26, 2013 by
UM alumna Sandra Bloodworth, co-author of Along the Way: MTA Arts for Transit and the MTA Arts for Transit and Urban Design Director, tells the story of the rebirth of the New York subway system thanks in part to the introduction of public art at TEDxCapeMay 2012.
Pharmacy Student Receives Joey Embry Memorial Scholarship
Recipient Mallory Washington wants to use her skills to help children
February 18, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Mallory Washington of Water Valley is pursuing a pharmacy degree at the University of Mississippi with hopes of practicing in a health care setting, such as a children’s hospital. “Helping children is my passion,” said Washington, who has worked with children through church-related activities. “After I earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree,Read the story …
Pharmacy Alumna Named Distinguished New Practitioner
Crumby honored by American Pharmacists Association for pediatric HIV work, student mentorship
February 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Recognized for her outstanding work with pediatric infectious diseases and commitment to student mentorship, University of Mississippi pharmacy alumna Ashley Crumby has been named the 2013 American Pharmacists Association Distinguished New Practitioner. “This is such exciting news,” Crumby said. “I’ve been a member of APhA for a really long time and I’mRead the story …
Former ASB President, UM Hall of Fame Inductee Joins D.C. Firm as Partner
Barnett to lead Venable LLP Cybersecurity Initiatives
February 8, 2013 by
WASHINGTON, DC – Enhancing its leadership in communications and cybersecurity law, Venable LLP announced that James Arden Barnett, Jr., Rear Admiral, USN (Retired), has joined the firm as a partner in Washington, DC. Jamie Barnett is the former Chief of the Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau for the Federal Communications Commission. He becomes co-chairRead the story …
Alumni Profile: Deano Orr
February 7, 2013 by
Deano Orr (BBA 93) has enjoyed a successful career that has taken him all across the South, but what remained constant throughout his travels were his passion for community engagement and flair for building relationships. Growing up in the small town of Courtland, Ala., Orr knew from an early age that he wanted to doRead the story …