OXFORD, Miss. – Alumni give back to their alma maters in many ways, including contributing their time, money and expertise. That includes HGTV star and University of Mississippi alumnus Ben Napier, who has found unique ways to give back to the university through his skills and craftsmanship. Ben and his wife and co-star, Erin Napier,Read the story …
A Labor of Love for HGTV Star and Alumnus Ben Napier
Napier crafts desk from Rowan Oak wood and donates it to UM English department
February 16, 2022 by
Eight Speakers Slated for 2022 TEDxUniversityofMississippi Event
Presenters will address theme of 'New Avenues' during in-person forum at Ford Center
February 14, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eight exciting speakers will explore ‘New Avenues’ in the arts and sciences for the seventh annual TEDxUniversityofMississippi, set for Feb. 22 at the University of Mississippi. The in-person event begins at 7 p.m. in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are free but must be reserved through theRead the story …
UM Legends to Reflect for Black History Month Keynote
Don Cole and Peggy Gillom-Granderson to discuss 50 years of struggles and successes
February 14, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi icons are reflecting on what it means to be Black at the university, and how that has changed over time as part of this year’s Black History Month celebration. The 2022 Black History Month keynote, “I Am UM,” is scheduled for Wednesday (Feb. 16) and will feature DonaldRead the story …
Ole Miss Dining Offers Climate-friendly Menu Options
Through new Cool Foods initiative, Aramark menu includes low-carbon footprint foods
February 7, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi students and others in the campus community have lots of opportunities to choose climate-friendly foods through the Cool Food Meals program launched this semester by Ole Miss Dining. This program supports the university’s ongoing commitment to the environment and sustainability. Ole Miss Dining is operated through a contract withRead the story …
Kroger Makes Five-Year Pledge to Reduce Food Insecurity
Grove Grocery provides healthy meals at no charge to campus community
February 3, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A strategic partnership with Kroger helped Grove Grocery provide 9,291 free meals to those in the University of Mississippi community with food insecurity issues during the 2020-21 academic year. To ensure this crucial resource continues, Kroger has committed to maintain its support for the next five years. Since the pandemic began, “theRead the story …
UM Experts Warn About Consequences of Population Loss
Population researcher, political science professor examine possible outcomes from census
February 2, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Shifting demographics and a general population decline in rural areas have created a real possibility that Mississippi will lose a congressional seat when data is compiled from the 2030 U.S. Census, a University of Mississippi population researcher warns. Mississippi was one of only three states to lose population in the latest census,Read the story …
Donoghue Collection Brings Legends of Blues to Life
Archives and Special Collections opens exhibition of memorabilia related to Sonny Boy Williamson
January 27, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Sonny Boy Williamson soap and incense, test pressings of Memphis Slim and Buddy Holly records, and a signed contract by B.B. King are only a few of the many items recently donated by the family of William “Bill” Donoghue to the J.D. Williams Library at the University of Mississippi. A man ofRead the story …
Online MBA Program Ranks Among Top 10 in Nation
School's online degree earns national recognition from U.S. News
January 25, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s online Master of Business Administration program has been named as one of the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings, released today (Jan. 25), place Ole Miss in a three-way tie for No. 9 among public universities and No. 12 overall. UM is tiedRead the story …
New Center Advances Medical Cannabis Science, Education
NCCRE to provide leadership and expertise to health care professionals, industry, government officials
January 20, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is home to a new center that will prioritize resources toward patient and public safety on the medicinal use of cannabis. The National Center for Cannabis Research and Education will foster and conduct scientific research, data analysis, education and training on the health effects of cannabis. NCCRE researchersRead the story …
Opportunity for a Lifetime
Changes to UM financial aid program increase benefits for Mississippi students
January 11, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Among recent changes to a University of Mississippi financial assistance program is a benefit that enables Ole Miss to help more deserving students attend college. Ole Miss Opportunity guarantees that eligible Mississippi residents receive financial support to cover the average cost of tuition, housing and meals. Since 2017, the benefit was availableRead the story …