OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi enrolled 22,273 students across its six campuses for fall 2019, based on the official census figure captured Nov. 1. UM continues to attract a geographically diverse student body, with students from all 82 counties in Mississippi, all 50 states, the District of Columbia and 88 countries around theRead the story …
Wish Granted: Leukemia Survivor Becomes a Cheerleader
Through Ole Miss Wish, 4-year-old leukemia survivor becomes honorary member of UM cheer squad
November 13, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Rowan Neff’s little feet flew up and she landed on her back with her eyes facing the ceiling of Tad Smith Coliseum. She laughed loudly just as she finished the flip. “It’s so easy,” Rowan confidently told the assembled group of University of Mississippi cheerleaders who watched her. The 4-year-old from PontotocRead the story …
UM Student Serves on World Food Security Committee
Rohan Agrawal was one of four U.S. college students selected for meeting in Rome
November 13, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Attending an international summit on world food security proved an unforgettable experience for a University of Mississippi junior who was among an elite group selected to attend the event. “As I stepped foot in the plenary hall on the first day of the conference, I felt myself being surrounded by the world,”Read the story …
Wi-Fi for Warriors: UM Alumni Help Deployed Soldiers Stay in Touch
Nonprofit organization helps fund internet access, provide streaming for members of military
November 12, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Members of the military make incredible sacrifices when deployed to serve their country, but a group of University of Mississippi alumni wants to make sure that staying in touch with their families doesn’t have to be one of those costs. A group of Ole Miss families have come together to launch Wi-FiRead the story …
More than a Dance Competition
CASA Encore brings sororities together for a dance-off benefitting abused and neglected children
November 12, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Though the name has changed this year, a long-running sorority dance-off event to benefit abused and neglected children returns this month to the University of Mississippi. For nearly 20 years, Theta Encore was the philanthropy event for the since-disbanded Kappa Alpha Theta sorority. This year, the UM College Panhellenic and CASA ofRead the story …
‘The Velvet Ditch’ Gets Velvet Magazine
Ole Miss senior Alexi Alonso launches new fashion magazine
November 11, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Many students need all four years of their college experience to find their true passion. But University of Mississippi senior Alexi Alonso has already found her calling and is knee-deep in turning her dreams into reality. The integrated marketing communications major from West Palm Beach, Florida, has started the university’s first-ever fashionRead the story …
UM Named Among Military Times’ Best Colleges for Veterans
Ole Miss lauded nationally for efforts to welcome, support former military personnel
November 11, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi‘s efforts to support its thriving community of military veteran students has led to the university being ranked among the nation’s best places for vets to pursue a degree. UM is the No. 53-ranked public university in the Military Times “Best for Vets: Top Colleges 2020.” It’s also one of onlyRead the story …
Eli Lilly Scientist Named 2019 Joseph Sam Distinguished Alumnus
Maria Alvim Gaston earned doctorate in medicinal chemistry from UM
November 10, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Maria Alvim Gaston, a 2000 University of Mississippi graduate with a doctoral degree in medicinal chemistry, was named the School of Pharmacy Department of BioMolecular Sciences‘ 2019 Joseph Sam Distinguished Alumnus Award honoree. Gaston, a principal research scientist at Eli Lilly and Co., delivered the Joseph Sam Distinguished Alumnus Lecture earlier thisRead the story …
Knight Gate Honors Rebel Legend
Couple's gift supports Ole Miss athletics, pays tribute to 'Chucky'
November 9, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A recent $250,000 gift to the University of Mississippi has given Amy and Alex Knight, of Germantown, Tennessee, a lasting family tribute while honoring a beloved fallen Rebel. The Knights’ name adorns Gate 38 of Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, representing in perpetuity the family’s desire to help improve athletics facilities and help recruit student-athletesRead the story …
News You Can Use: Support for Veterans Can Extend Beyond V-Day
ROTC officers offer Mississippians ways to continuously recognize, appreciate military
November 7, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With Veterans Day right around the corner, military experts at the University of Mississippi are offering a variety of suggestions for those who want to honor veterans. And many of those gestures, they say, can continue year-round once the holiday comes and goes. Maj. Seth Davidson, executive officer of the Ole MissRead the story …