OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi administrator and professor widely respected for his leadership and research has been appointed to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Science Advisory Board. Nosa O. Egiebor, professor of chemical engineering and senior international officer and executive director of UM’s Office of Global Engagement, will serve a three-year term endingRead the story …
UM Professor Appointed to EPA Science Advisory Board
Nosa O. Egiebor will serve on prestigious committee until 2018
January 7, 2016 by
Boy Scouts of America Awards Grant to UM Recreation Degree Program
University to hire graduate students, assist BSA with recruiting, programming activities
January 5, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As the Scout Law states, a Boy Scout is helpful, so the Boy Scouts of America is helping the University of Mississippi fund two new graduate positions in its recreation administration degree program. The BSA has awarded the university $20,000 to fund two graduate assistantships. Julie Chambers, the district executive for theRead the story …
UM Common Reading Experience Narrowed to Five Finalists
Selected book to be announced in February
January 4, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s Common Reading Experience selection group has narrowed its list to five books, with one to be selected for campuswide reading and discussion in 2016. All incoming freshmen and transfer students will get copies of the selected book, which will be announced in February, with instructions to read itRead the story …
Top 10 Most Anticipated UM Events of 2016
Looking ahead with great expectations for the coming year
December 23, 2015 by
Looking back over 2015, there were many memorable moments at the University of Mississippi. A few were not so pleasant, but the majority of them were definitely causes for celebration. As we approach the new year, here are 10 things we’re looking forward to in 2016: Chancellor Jeffrey Vitter’s Arrival. After months of speculation and interviews,Read the story …
Pavilion Opening is Just a Few Weeks Away
December 22, 2015 by
It’s getting closer, y’all! Just a few weeks away! The University of Mississippi’s new, state-of-the-art $96.5 million Pavilion at Ole Miss will open Jan. 7 as the Ole Miss men’s basketball team takes on Alabama for its SEC opener. But this isn’t just any ol’ basketball arena. The Pavilion will house the largest center-hung video display boardRead the story …
Vitter: UM, UMMC Collaboration Promotes Growth, Success
December 15, 2015 by
When Jeffrey Vitter speaks of the University of Mississippi in Oxford, he speaks of the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. “The University of Mississippi is one university, and the two campuses are incredibly important components,” said Vitter, who on Jan. 1 begins work as UM’s chancellor. “We have the synergy and the opportunitiesRead the story …
Chancellor Vitter’s Start Date and Transition Plan
Dr. Jeff Vitter officially assumes the role of Chancellor on Jan. 1, 2016.
December 11, 2015 by
The University of Mississippi is pleased to welcome Dr. Jeffrey Vitter as Chancellor and Distinguished Professor of Computer and Information Science, effective January 1, 2016. Dr. Vitter and his wife, Sharon, thank the UM community for the warm welcome. Dr. Morris Stocks and Dr. Noel Wilkin will continue to be engaged in the leadership ofRead the story …
Student Union Remodeling Project Renderings Released
Architectural drawings featured in new brochure
December 8, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For the first time, architectural renderings of the highly-anticipated $50 million renovation and expansion of the University of Mississippi’s Student Union are available to the public. The four-color, eight-page brochure features drawings of a Grove-side view, north bird’s-eye view, north exterior view, east entrance view and second-floor views of the dining andRead the story …
FedEx and Anonymous Donor Deliver Major Gifts to Ole Miss Athletics
Funds will enable facility expansion to support academics for student-athletes
December 7, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A gift from FedEx Corp. will help University of Mississippi student-athletes succeed in the classroom and beyond. The company recently donated $2.5 million to the Ole Miss Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to enhance the existing FedEx Student-Athlete Success Center. In addition to the FedEx gift, an anonymous donor has contributed $2.5 million,Read the story …
Embrace the Christmas Spirit at the Ford Center
December events help get into the season
December 3, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – There’s finally a chill in the air, which means the holiday season is quickly approaching. And what better way to embrace the Christmas spirit than with a few holiday performances at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Mississippi? Enjoy the heartwarming holiday performance of TheatreRead the story …