OXFORD, Miss. – Arielle Hudson has become the University of Mississippi’s 27th Rhodes Scholar, making her UM’s first African American female to be selected for the prestigious, international scholarship program. Hudson, a senior English education major, was selected after interviews with the officials from the Rhodes Trust on Nov. 22-23 in Birmingham, Alabama. Scholarship recipientsRead the story …
Arielle Hudson Named UM’s 27th Rhodes Scholar
Tunica native becomes university's first African American female to earn coveted scholarship
November 23, 2019 by
Couple Provides Support for Student-Teachers
Hunt scholarship helps future educators achieve goals
November 23, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Kayla Denton, a University of Mississippi senior from Calhoun City, is completing the student-teacher requirement of her curriculum, helping educate fifth-graders at Grenada Central Elementary School. A scholarship helps offset her education-related expenses. “I’m so grateful to the Hunts for their generosity,” said Denton, referring to the Burl and Clara Hunt TeacherRead the story …
Story of Entrepreneurship Prevails Amongst Discouraging Voices
REDe keynote speaker offers hope and encouragement to tomorrow's leaders
November 22, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Besides having a killer idea, perhaps the most critical factor in launching a new business is making sure you’re in the right location for your venture to flourish, the co-founder of a rising networking technology firm told students recently at the University of Mississippi. “As an entrepreneur, part of your job isRead the story …
Successful Entrepreneurs Stress Passion, Planning as Keys to Success
Second annual REDe Summit encourages UM students and the public
November 22, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In the entrepreneurial world, time is of the essence, passion drives work and success can feel like a marathon. Those were among the messages at the second annual REDe Entrepreneurship Summit, hosted Nov. 14 by the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Mississippi. The event for budding student entrepreneursRead the story …
Applied Sciences Faculty Member Named Recreation Therapist of the Year
Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management unveils new recreational therapy minor
November 22, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Kris Brasher, instructor of therapeutic recreation and a certified therapeutic recreation specialist in the University of Mississippi‘s Department of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation, has been named Recreation Therapist of the Year by the Mississippi Recreation and Parks Association. Roughly 300 registered certified therapeutic recreation specialists work in Mississippi, and Brasher was recognizedRead the story …
Keith Carter Named Ole Miss Athletics Director
Former Rebel Basketball All-American Was 2016 National Fundraiser of the Year
November 22, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A nationally recognized fundraiser who has worked alongside some of the biggest names in college athletics, Keith Carter will take the reins of the University of Mississippi athletics department 20 years after leading its men’s basketball program to the top of the Southeastern Conference. After receiving a unanimous recommendation from the members ofRead the story …
Student Wins Girl Scouts’ Highest National Honor
Lauren Vanlandingham recognized with Gold Award for helping cancer patients with mental health concerns
November 21, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi student has received the Girl Scouts of the United States of America‘s highest honor for her exceptional efforts to help cancer patients with their mental health. Lauren Vanlandingham, a freshman general business major from St. Louis, was among 10 Girl Scouts from across the nation presented the GirlRead the story …
Classics Professor Sees the Writing on the Wall
Jacqueline DiBiasie-Sammons studies ancient Roman graffiti for insights into culture
November 21, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – They didn’t have spray paint or Sharpies, but ancient Romans graffitied all over their towns thousands of years ago. They created political posters, announcements of public events, like gladiators’ competitions, and personal greetings. One surviving salutation to a woman reads “Aniciae feliciter,” or “good tidings to Anicia.” “Without access to paper, people communicatedRead the story …
A Night with Beautiful Minds
MIND Center honors Medical Center physician, supports Alzheimer's research
November 20, 2019 by
JACKSON, Miss. – The MIND Center at the University of Mississippi Medical Center recently hosted “A Night with Beautiful Minds” to honor Dr. Tommy Prewitt, a retired UMMC physician who is battling early onset dementia. The Oct. 17 event highlighted Prewitt’s love of art by featuring visual, culinary, musical and performing artists while raising awarenessRead the story …
Smashing Success: CASA Encore Raises $119,000 for Charity
UM Panhellenic's 10 sororities dance off to help abused and neglected children in Lafayette County
November 19, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The annual Theta Encore dance competition at the University of Mississippi became CASA Encore this year, and with its new name, the event raised more than $119,000 for abused and neglected children – a significant increase in funds from last year. “Theta Encore,” was a long-running and beloved dance competition between theRead the story …