OXFORD, Miss. – Terrence Hunter’s goal is to help disadvantaged African-Americans and their communities. His passion for civil rights was the driving force behind his decision to attend law school. This summer, the second-year student in the University of Mississippi School of Law will begin making his dream a reality by interning with the NAACPRead the story …
Law Student Lands Prestigious Internship with NAACP Legal Defense Fund
Terrence Hunter will spend the summer working in New York
April 1, 2019 by
‘Getting Out Alive’ is the Goal, UM Tornado Expert Advises
Civil engineer Chris Mullen shares tips for safely surviving severe weather events
April 1, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Even with tracking devices and weather alerts, no one can predict exactly when and where a tornado might touch down. But University of Mississippi experts say simple preparations before a natural disaster can mean the difference between life and death. Chris Mullen, an Ole Miss civil engineering professor, has studied tornadoes andRead the story …
Three Pharmacy Faculty Honored by National Health Care Association
National Academies of Practice recognizes Seena Haines, John Bentley and Kim Adcock
March 31, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Three School of Pharmacy faculty at the University of Mississippi have been recognized by the pharmacy academy of the National Academies of Practice. NAP is an organization that seeks to advance health care by fostering collaboration and advocating for policies that act in the best interest of individuals and communities through interprofessionalRead the story …
Suicide Prevention Efforts Gain Support
Anonymous donors provide resources to Ole Miss
March 30, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – “Learning about students who have considered, attempted or committed suicide is just absolutely heartbreaking,” said an anonymous donor. That is why parents of a University of Mississippi student want their financial support to help the university continue to prevent suicide by expanding awareness, outreach and programming. “What drives someone to that pointRead the story …
Student Selected as Officer for National Pharmacy Organization
Miranda Craft will help oversee APhA's international Student Exchange Program
March 29, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Miranda Craft, a second-year student in the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, has been selected for the national role of student exchange officer with the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists. Craft will be installed as part of the International Standing Committee at the APhA annual meeting March 22-25 inRead the story …
‘Upgrade Your Tailgate’ to Support Veterans
UM Veteran and Military Services selling military-themed license plates
March 28, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi‘s Office of Veteran and Military Services wants to let Mississippians spruce up their car tags in 2019, while also raising money to help military veteran students at Ole Miss. “Upgrade your tailgate” is the rallying cry for a push to get Mississippi license plates produced featuring an Ole Miss logo withRead the story …
Students Chosen for Inaugural Business Law Fellowship Program
Ten first-year students will be placed with some of the nation's leading companies this summer
March 28, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – This summer, 10 first-year University of Mississippi law students have a rare opportunity to work in the general counsel offices and other departments of some of the nation’s leading companies. The School of Law is launching its Business Law Fellowship program this summer in partnership with FedEx, C Spire, Sanderson Farms, IngallsRead the story …
Seeking Students with a Passion for Publication
University to host annual MSPA convention for student publishers
March 27, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Hundreds of Mississippi’s aspiring writers, publishers and journalists will head to Oxford next week for the 72nd Mississippi Scholastic Press Association Convention hosted by the University of Mississippi. Students from high schools across the state will come for the one-day event Monday (April 1) to hear speakers, participate in seminars and immerse themselves in theRead the story …
Greenhouse Brings New Learning Experiences to Willie Price
New facility will feed children, support UM Food Bank
March 27, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A new greenhouse promises to promote healthy eating habits and offer hands-on learning opportunities to pre-K children at the University of Mississippi’s Willie Price Lab School, as well as providing fresh vegetables for needy UM students through the Ole Miss Food Bank. Tess Johnson, a UM graduate student in health promotion andRead the story …
Ole Miss Theatre Delivers Modern Take on Ancient Greek Tragedy
'Eurydice' is last production by longtime scenic design professor
March 26, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – It’s two weeks before opening night, and Dex Edwards, associate professor of scenic design in the University of Mississippi Department of Theatre and Film, has a fake vent problem. Not a fake problem with real vents, but a real problem with fake vents: specifically, how to fit them where they need toRead the story …