OXFORD, Miss. – The value of internships, both to organizations and students, is well-known. For organizations, a strong intern program can maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for full-time roles, and internships and other forms of experiential education can help students make a seamless transition to the world of work. The University of Mississippi School of BusinessRead the story …
UM to Host First Internship Management Workshop
Local and regional companies invited to learn about new internship initiatives
December 15, 2019 by
Entergy Mississippi Commits Support to Law School
Strong relationship benefits corporation, students and state
December 14, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In the business world, Entergy Mississippi’s generous support of the University of Mississippi School of Law is called a win-win. Entergy Mississippi has provided $125,000 to establish and contribute to scholarship endowments honoring U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran and Robert Grenfell. Additionally, the corporation is supporting a new partnership with the school’s nationallyRead the story …
Small Business Development Center Adds New Location in Jackson
Facility focuses on developing entrepreneurial potential in metro area
December 13, 2019 by
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Small Business Development Center has opened a new center in partnership with the city of Jackson. The City of Jackson Small Business Development Center is among eight full service centers across the Magnolia State. Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration through the UniversityRead the story …
Interprofessional Activity Provides Pharmacy Students New Perspective
Ole Miss student pharmacists participate in poverty simulation
December 13, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – First-year student pharmacists at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy gained a new perspective after participating in a recent Community Action Poverty Simulation, a program that is part of the Missouri Community Action Network. The simulation, which was held at the Ole Miss Student Union, taught students from pharmacy, nursing, socialRead the story …
Summer Camp Gift Certificates Available for Holiday Gift-Giving
Registration open for UM 2020 K-12 programs
December 12, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Are you looking for a special one-of-a-kind holiday gift for a child or teen in your life? The University of Mississippi’s Office of Pre-College Programs is offering exciting educational experiences that can help students explore a wide range of interests. Just in time for the holidays, special Ole Miss summer camp giftRead the story …
Business Students Learn Private Label Manufacturing in the Windy City
Retail association's gathering provided experiential learning for many U.S. students
December 12, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Three University of Mississippi business students were among 62 undergraduates from 16 colleges and universities chosen to participate in the Private Label Manufacturers Association‘s third annual University Outreach program. The meeting, held Nov. 15-19 at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago, was in conjunction with PLMA’s annual trade show. The program provided students withRead the story …
News You Can Use: Beating the Holiday Blues
UM Counseling Center director offers tips for avoiding loneliness, depression
December 11, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For many, the Christmas-New Year’s season can be a lonely and depressing time of the year, but a psychology expert at the University of Mississippi is offering suggestions for those battling the holiday blues. One way to overcome unhappiness is to recognize the onset of those thoughts and feelings and alter themRead the story …
Music Professor Part of Grammy-Nominated Vocal Group
Award-winning choir Conspirare just received ninth nomination
December 11, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Jos Milton keeps a full schedule at the University of Mississippi Department of Music, including teaching classes and voice and giving private lessons, all while maintaining his own performance schedule as an acclaimed tenor. It’s that last one that recently got the associate professor of music nominated for a Grammy Award. OneRead the story …
Scholars, Advocates Convene at UM to ‘Unmake Mass Incarceration’
Conference focuses on prison reforms, reducing recidivism, restorative justice and other initiatives
December 10, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Against the backdrop of a nation with 2.2 million people behind bars, the University of Mississippi hosted a three-day conference focused on drastically lowering U.S. incarceration rates, improving higher education programs for inmates and envisioning a world without prisons. “Making and Unmaking Mass Incarceration” brought scholars, activists, writers, former inmates and othersRead the story …
Museum Unveils 2019 Keepsake Ornament
Collectible features longtime museum display of dressed fleas
December 10, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Museum has unveiled its 19th annual holiday keepsake ornament, which features a longstanding museum display and visitor favorite, the Pulgas Vestidas, or “dressed fleas.” Each year, UM Museum and Historic Houses alternates between subjects in the permanent collection, on the Ole Miss campus and around the city ofRead the story …