OXFORD, Miss. – Ten University of Mississippi seniors have been inducted into the university’s 2019-20 Hall of Fame, one of the highest honors afforded to students at UM. The inductees were selected by a committee in accordance with policy developed by the Associated Student Body. Selections are based on outstanding contributions in all aspects ofRead the story …
Ten Seniors Named 2019-20 UM Hall of Fame Inductees
Ole Miss students honored for service, achievement and potential for success
April 24, 2020 by
Health Services Director’s Work Lauded
Alex Langhart honored for series of changes to foster better health at UM
April 23, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Even though his focus recently has been on the University of Mississippi‘s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Alex Langhart has been making meaningful changes designed to improve all aspects of health care on campus and beyond over the last year. For his work, the university’s health services director has been honored withRead the story …
English Professor Awarded Prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship
Aimee Nezhukumatathil, state's sole 2020 Guggenheim Fellow, recognized for creative ability in the arts
April 23, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Aimee Nezhukumatathil, a University of Mississippi English professor, has been named a 2020 Guggenheim Fellow by the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation. Established in 1925, the fellowship is granted to people across artistic and academic disciplines. More than 100 Guggenheim fellows have gone on to win a Nobel Prize. Nezhukumatathil was among 175Read the story …
Pharmacy Faculty Named Distinguished Teaching Scholars
Three honorees demonstrate commitment to academic excellence
April 22, 2020 by
OXFORD and JACKSON, Miss. – University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy faculty members David Colby, Meagen Rosenthal and Gary Theilman have been named as Distinguished Teaching Scholars for a three-year term. The honor recognizes professors who have proven to be exceptional teachers and colleagues, and who promote effective teaching and learning. Colby serves as associateRead the story …
Summer Programs for High School Students Move Online
Academic, leadership and networking opportunities available through revamped offerings
April 22, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Summer vacation and activities will look different this year for high school students around the country. Despite the postponement of traditional summer camps and programs, the University of Mississippi is providing opportunities and scholarships for rising 11th and 12th graders that will allow them to try out college classes while still makingRead the story …
Oxford Science Cafe Launches Monthly Podcast
New series to continue providing scientific programs amid social distancing
April 21, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In an effort to keep informing and entertaining science enthusiasts amid regulations that have cancelled most in-person events, organizers of the Oxford Science Cafe have created a way to bring the science to them. The program is called “Ssippin’ Science” and can be heard on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. OrganizersRead the story …
UM Celebrating Graduates in Live, Virtual Event
Ole Miss leaders evaluating plans for in-person ceremony at later date
April 20, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As University of Mississippi leaders continue to evaluate plans to hold an in-person Commencement ceremony at a later date, the university will honor its graduates in a live, virtual celebratory event on May 9. “The university remains committed to doing all it can to honor our graduates in person when it is safeRead the story …
Students Continuing to Aid Communities During Pandemic
McLean Institute students, VISTA members seeking new ways to serve Mississippi during crisis
April 20, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – While the rest of the country is adjusting to a new normal in isolation, many University of Mississippi students – including those involved in the university’s McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement and the North Mississippi VISTA Project – are seeking new ways to serve their communities in times ofRead the story …
Planned Gift Supports STEM Education
Reese Chancellor's Trust contribution to support new UM facility
April 18, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – An $83,000 gift from the estate of University of Mississippi alumnus and supporter Doug P. Reese is being directed toward the construction of the Jim and Thomas Duff Center for Science and Technology Innovation on the Oxford campus. While it’s common for alumni and friends to include Ole Miss in their estates,Read the story …
UM Launches StrengthsFinder Coaching Program
New initiative to assist students, faculty and staff in developing leadership skills
April 16, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Recognizing the importance of skilled leadership, the University of Mississippi has launched a new initiative to coach students, faculty, staff and members of the Lafayette-Oxford-University community. StrengthsFinders has been adopted by the Ole Miss Student Union to pursue use of an overarching leadership inventory that is exciting and engaging for students, staffRead the story …