OXFORD, Miss. – Flowing with candor, charisma and in a conversational style, Eunique Jones Gibson urged listeners Monday night (Feb. 13) at University of Mississippi to become social activists who improve living conditions for present and future generations. Delivering the keynote address for the university’s Black History Month observances, the creator of the “Because ofRead the story …
Eunique Jones Gibson Challenges UM, Community to Activism
'Because of Them, We Can' founder delivered Black History Month keynote Monday night
February 14, 2017 by
History Professor Awarded Prestigious NEH Fellowship
Jarod Roll among nation's top scholars chosen for distinction
February 13, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Jarod Roll, associate professor of history at the University of Mississippi, has been awarded a coveted fellowship by the National Endowment for the Humanities. The yearlong fellowship allows scholars in the humanities to focus solely on their research or writing. Of the 1,298 scholars who applied for the 2017 fellowship, only 86Read the story …
Ford Center Hosts ‘Murder on the Nile’ on Valentine’s Day
Production honors Agatha Christie's staging of classic whodunit
February 7, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – An evening of deceit, intrigue and murder is in store for audiences Feb. 14 at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts when Aquila Theatre brings its production of mystery writer Agatha Christie’s “Murder on the Nile” to the University of Mississippi. The 7:30 p.m. performance is Christie’s own stagingRead the story …
Ikhlas Khan Becomes NCNPR Director
Former associate director takes lead after 25 years with UM research center
February 6, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ikhlas Khan became director of the National Center for Natural Products Research at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy on Jan. 1. After receiving his doctorate in pharmacy from the Institute of Pharmaceutical Biology in Munich, Khan joined the School of Pharmacy in 1988 as a postdoctoral research fellow. He becameRead the story …
University to Host Open House for 2017 K-12 Summer Camp Options
Locals invited to stop by Feb. 7 for info about variety of academic summer programs available
February 1, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Summer activities for school-age children are a hot topic this time of year as parents look to secure spots and decide on the best camp options for their children. Local parents can get a head start on planning a fun academic experience for their children this summer when the University of MississippiRead the story …
UM Leaders Named Among Top CEOs
Chancellor Vitter, UMMC's Cook honored by Mississippi Business Journal
January 30, 2017 by
JACKSON, Miss. – University of Mississippi Chancellor Jeffrey S. Vitter and University of Mississippi Medical Center Health System CEO Kevin Cook were named Thursday as two of the Mississippi Business Journal’s top chief executive officers in the state. MBJ’s CEO Awards of Mississippi recognized leaders in the state who helped their companies or organizations achieveRead the story …
UM Communiversity Classes Offer Variety of Enrichment Activities
Several new options this spring to include Latin dancing and sushi making
January 27, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Trying something new this spring might be the spark that energizes you for the new year, and the University of Mississippi Communiversity program has a great lineup of classes ready to help you explore new subjects and hobbies. A full slate of enrichment course opportunities are scheduled this spring to help participantsRead the story …
Eunique Jones Coming to UM for Black History Month Observance
'Because of Them, We Can' founder's address highlights events
January 26, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eunique Jones, creator of the “Because of Them, We Can” campaign, is the keynote speaker for Black History Month observances at the University of Mississippi. Jones’ address is set for 6 p.m. Feb. 13 in Fulton Chapel. Admission is free, but tickets must be obtained from the Ole Miss Box Office inRead the story …
UM Professor Honored Among Nation’s 10 Best Journalism Educators
Debora Rae Wenger selected by magazine's readers, other professionals for recognition
January 20, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The day Debora Rae Wenger received her doctorate from Kingston University, Tuesday (Jan. 17), was already meaningful, but it became even more memorable when the University of Mississippi professor learned that she is among 10 journalism educators being recognized by NewsPro magazine. “Frankly, I was humbled when I got the news,” saidRead the story …
Cooper Tire Trainer Co-Teaches UM Engineering Wintersession
Chemical engineering alumna Nichole Williams returned to assist with course
January 18, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss – When Nichole Williams asked seven University of Mississippi students to draw a pig on graph paper, they all thought it would be easy. But the chemical engineering alumna, who has found career success at Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. in Tupelo, wasn’t the least bit impressed. “Those are not good,” she said.Read the story …