OXFORD, Miss. – Sixty years ago, Lonnie Smith, of Picayune, earned a law degree at the University of Mississippi, marking the successful completion of his higher education journey. Yet Smith’s time at Ole Miss, which culminated in 1960, is responsible for providing 79 Mississippi students their own transformative experience at UM. With the most recentRead the story …
Scholarship Program Works to ‘Perfection’
Smith & Waldrop Foundation provides UM students with life-changing opportunities
July 18, 2020 by
Alumna Lands Dream Gig at TikTok
Kellie Norton, 2012 journalism graduate, is a communications manager at TikTok
July 16, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – You’ve probably heard that the social media platform TikTok has exploded in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic. With more than 2 billion users, it received the most downloads ever in a three-month period for an app earlier this year. What you may not know is that a University of Mississippi alumna isRead the story …
Oboist Finds Additional Success as Sought-after Reed-maker
Austin Smith passing on a variety of skills to Ole Miss music students
July 16, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – When Austin Smith whittled wood as a child, little did he know that it would turn into a passion that would complement his journey as a professional musician. “When I was a kid, I was obsessed with working with wood and whittling sticks, so I think some of that obsession transferred toRead the story …
Applied Sciences Faculty-Student Duo Publishes Work in Textbook
Paul Loprinzi and Lindsay Crawford featured in 'Physical Exercise for Human Health'
July 15, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A faculty-student duo from the University of Mississippi‘s School of Applied Sciences was invited to contribute to the newest edition of “Physical Exercise for Human Health,” a textbook that educators across the country will use to teach mechanisms of exercise that improve health outcomes. Health and kinesiology doctoral student Lindsay Crawford, ofRead the story …
Basketball Court Named in Sigma Nu’s Honor
UM fraternity elevates support for Magee Center
July 15, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Epsilon Xi chapter of the Sigma Nu fraternity at the University of Mississippi – known for having the largest collegiate Greek philanthropy in America with its annual Charity Bowl – is deepening its commitment to helping students. The Sigma Nu chapter joined the initial grassroots movement that created the William MageeRead the story …
Alumnus, Wife Launch Nonprofit to Aid Mississippi Small Businesses
Brian and Marie Sanderson create Mississippi 30 Fund to assist companies affected by COVID-19
July 10, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi alumnus and his wife – who met during Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts – are continuing to help the state’s small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Brian and Marie Sanderson, of Ocean Springs, have launched the Mississippi 30 Day Fund. Small businesses in Mississippi can apply for as muchRead the story …
Sons’ Love for UM Inspires Family Gift
Ririe family's contribution benefits Ole Miss athletics programs
July 10, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A St. Louis couple’s gift to the University of Mississippi Department of Intercollegiate Athletics will benefit student-athletes while also honoring their sons, both UM alumni. Scott and Shelley Ririe made a $250,000 gift to the Forward Together campaign for Ole Miss athletics, which bolsters facilities and programs for student-athletes. In recognition, the Gate 7Read the story …
Old-Time Piano Champions Set for Livestreamed Performance
Virtual 'Parade of Champions' available free Friday evening
July 9, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Seven champion old-time piano players will perform gems from early American music in a free online concert, slated for 7 p.m. Friday (July 10). “Old-time piano” includes ragtime, blues and early jazz – all American forms of piano playing that were present in the early 20th century. This is the form ofRead the story …
Faculty Leaders Enhance Teaching Methods for Fall
Resilient pedagogy model helps ease potential disruptions in instruction
July 8, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic this spring resulted in the transition of classes to online, remote or other alternative formats in a week’s time by University of Mississippi faculty and students. As the university prepares to welcome students back to campus this fall, faculty are relying on a resilient coursework modelRead the story …
Campus Rec Participates in Virtual Intramural Sports Competition
Pandemic inspires esports tournament among Mississippi colleges
July 8, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the University of Mississippi restructured all in-person activities on campus during the spring and summer terms. Activities such as classes and student advising moved to a remote online structure. Even the Department of Campus Recreation held intramural sports basketball, football and soccer competitions online.Read the story …