OXFORD, Miss. – In his 94 years, John Stone has witnessed the evolution of modern technology: from a time when families gathered for radio shows to today, when dads, moms, brothers and sisters each stream a different show on their own devices. The 1949 University of Mississippi graduate remembers when documents were drafted on aRead the story …
Rooming App Take First Prize in Business Plan Contest
Froomie, an app to help find the perfect roommate, wins the Gillespie Competition
April 16, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – When Brea Givens transferred to the University of Mississippi as a junior in 2019, she had a difficult time finding a compatible roommate, so she began developing her own app to streamline the process and deliver better results. That led to Froomie, which provides roommate and housing solutions for college students, andRead the story …
UM Opera Theatre Presents Fresh Approaches to Two Classics
Each show includes a condensed opera and selected scenes
April 16, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – “From the Met to Broadway and Back Again” is more than just an invitation. It is an opportunity for anyone craving a unique and unexpected live music and theater experience. For the first time, the University of Mississippi Opera Theatre’s annual spring production will consist of condensed versions of two popular operas,Read the story …
Generous Donations Smash Record During Ole Miss Giving Day 2021
University family gives $2.485 million to soar past fundraising goals
April 15, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – When the last online donation was made this week for Giving Day 2021, University of Mississippi faithful had shattered the fundraising record for the annual event. This year, Ole Miss alumni, students, parents, alumni, friends, faculty and staff contributed 1,575 gifts (1,328 unique donors), totaling more than $2.485 million – gifts dedicatedRead the story …
Alumna Discusses Role with Kansas City Chiefs
Hospitality management program's spring industry speaker series continues on Zoom
April 15, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The hospitality management program at the University of Mississippi prepared Nicole Johnson so well for her professional career that she even has a Super Bowl ring to show for it. The suite services coordinator for the NFL Kansas City Chiefs, Johnson recently returned to campus as a featured speaker in the DepartmentRead the story …
Wobbling the Foundations of the Universe
UM researchers part of experiment that finds strong evidence of undiscovered particles, forces
April 14, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi researchers are playing a key role in a groundbreaking search for undiscovered forms of matter and energy that could unlock an exciting new era of physics. On April 7, researchers working at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Illinois announced that their exploration of a tiny subatomic particle calledRead the story …
Chancellor’s Wellness Challenge Encourages, Rewards Holistic Health
Students have opportunities to engage in self-care activities, wellness events throughout 19-day challenge
April 13, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi launched its new Chancellor’s Wellness Challenge this month as a part of the university’s ongoing efforts to bring holistic wellness to the forefront of students’ minds. The 19-day challenge encourages students to take care of their mental, physical and emotional health by offering prizes for self-care activities andRead the story …
University Offers On-Campus and Online Summer Camp Options for K-12
Students can enhance love of learning and stay sharp with UM summer programs
April 13, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi‘s Office of Pre-College Programs is offering a range of summer program options for students in kindergarten through 12th grades. Through a wide variety of classes on both the Oxford campus and through virtual options, summer programs combine academic benefits with plenty of fun and excitement for participants. StudentsRead the story …
NFL Legend Patrick Willis to Deliver 2020 Commencement Address
One of the most decorated players in Ole Miss football history to speak May 8 to Class of 2020
April 12, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – NFL legend Patrick Willis, who overcame tremendous adversity to become a scholar-athlete and one of the most decorated football players in Ole Miss history, will give the University of Mississippi‘s 2020 Commencement address on May 8. Commencement exercises for the Class of 2020, which were postponed during the COVID-19 pandemic last year,Read the story …
Habitat for Humanity CEO to Deliver 2021 Commencement Address
Jonathan T.M. Reckford to address graduates May 1 at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium
April 12, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Jonathan T.M. Reckford, chief executive officer of Habitat for Humanity International, will deliver the University of Mississippi‘s 168th Commencement address May 1 in Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Reckford leads the global Christian housing organization that has helped more than 35 million people construct, rehabilitate or preserve their homes. Since 2005, when he took theRead the story …