Pontotoc native Jacob Ferguson best describes his four years at the University of Mississippi in a single word: incredible. “I have found a better understanding of myself because I’ve been able to pursue things I am passionate about in a supportive environment,” said Ferguson, who graduates May 11. “The people around me have been soRead the story …
Discovering a New Confidence
Journey to Commencement: Ole Miss First provides Jacob Ferguson path to pursue writing career
May 9, 2019 by
Digging Deep for Success
Journey to Commencement: UM volleyball star Caroline Adams to pursue audiology clinical specialty
May 8, 2019 by
You might know Caroline Adams as the University of Mississippi women’s volleyball star who broke the single-season digs record at the National Invitational Volleyball Championship last year. Or perhaps you recognize this young libero as one of six students from the School of Applied Sciences who recently was honored with a Taylor Medal, the university’sRead the story …
School of Pharmacy Ranked Sixth in Research Funding
$21.2 million in external awards includes studies on opioids and new treatments for diseases
May 7, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy rose to sixth in the nation in external research funding for 2018, according to the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. Research funding reached $21.2 million in 2018, placing the School of Pharmacy second in the SEC and among the top 5 percent of pharmacy schools nationwide. “TheRead the story …
Sacrificing for Success
Journey to Commencement: Aaron White foregoes time with his family to pursue pharmacy
May 7, 2019 by
There are no limits to the sacrifices parents will make for their families. Just ask Aaron White. The first-year student pharmacist from Madison makes a tough choice every Sunday evening as he drives the two-and-a-half hours from Madison to Oxford after spending the weekend with his wife, Lauren, and their 3-year old son, Walter. AaronRead the story …
UM Recognizes Two Employees with Frist Service Awards
Michael Barnett, Cindy May receive coveted recognition for exceptional assistance to students
May 6, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi employees who see helping Ole Miss students grow and excel during their time on campus as a top priority have been honored for their unparalleled service to students. Michael Barnett, chair and associate professor in the Department of Theatre and Film, and Cindy May, associate director of financialRead the story …
Discovering a Second Family Halfway Around the World
Journey to Commencement: Daria Herasymova turns foreign exchange trip into everlasting Ole Miss experience
May 3, 2019 by
When Daria Herasymova was a high school sophomore, she left Dripro, Ukraine, as a foreign- exchange student to spend her junior year 5,575 miles away at Oxford High School. She had been selected as a finalist for the Future Leaders Exchange Program administered by the U.S. Department of State, but little did she know thisRead the story …
Hail to the Chief (of Staff)
Journey to Commencement: La Shon Brooks taps into executive leadership experience to fuel doctoral studies
May 2, 2019 by
La Shon Brooks is no stranger to wearing several hats at once. As chief of staff to Mississippi Valley State University President Jerryl Briggs, Brooks’ days are filled with the broad duties of an executive cabinet member. This often means collaborating with a range of faculty, staff and students to help MVSU meet strategic goals.Read the story …
A Quick Guide to UM’s 166th Commencement
Here's a look at parking, services and dining to make your graduation day more enjoyable
May 1, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s 166th Commencement exercises are set to begin at 9 a.m. May 11, as more than 5,500 prospective graduates and their loved ones will gather to hear an address by retired Maj. Gen. Augustus Leon Collins, who is also president of the university’s alumni association. Collins, a native of Booneville,Read the story …
Ready for Takeoff
Journey to Commencement: Navy ROTC graduate Garrett Booth spends spring semester on staff
April 30, 2019 by
Garrett Booth wasn’t quite ready to leave the University of Mississippi. The Austin, Texas, native graduated from Ole Miss in December with a degree in biochemistry and was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Navy in January through the university’s Naval ROTC program. He was assigned to flight training and ordered to report toRead the story …
One Call Led to Fulfilling a College Dream
Journey to Commencement: Madison Varner lauds impact of Ole Miss First Scholarship
April 29, 2019 by
Growing up, Madison Varner knew the burden of paying for college would rest squarely on her shoulders. But it was not an obstacle the Brandon native has any bitterness about because her family’s spare resources had always been devoted to her physically and intellectually disabled older sister. It was truly a team effort to provideRead the story …