OXFORD, Miss. – Gender equity in women’s health will take center stage through a March 28 documentary screening and panel discussion at the University of Mississippi. “Below the Belt,” a new PBS documentary that tells the stories of four women searching for answers to mysterious symptoms, will be shown at 6:30 p.m. in the GertrudeRead the story …
‘Below the Belt’ Documentary to Screen on Campus
Film and March 28 panel discussion aim to educate public about endometriosis
March 17, 2023 by
Veteran and Military Services Honors Student Veterans, Alumni at Gala
Mike Durant, veteran and inspiration for movie 'Black Hawk Down,' set for keynote address
March 16, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi student veterans will hear from an American hero whose story inspired a blockbuster movie this month at the third annual Veteran’s Alumni Gala. On March 31, the Office of Veteran and Military Services will host a black-tie gala at The Inn at Ole Miss to honor student veterans andRead the story …
Sophomore Takes On ‘New Challenge’ in Washington, D.C.
Economics student interning with congressman, studying at George Mason University
March 16, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi sophomore Camron Cross is learning the ropes of politics in the nation’s capital firsthand this semester as he lives, works and studies in Washington, D.C., as part of The Fund for American Studies program. Cross, an economics major from Huntsville, Alabama, was selected for the Capital Semester Program withRead the story …
Study Could Provide Insight Into Origin of Heart Defects
UM biologist receives National Institutes of Health award to study heart formation
March 15, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi biologist is asking big questions about the development of the human heart, and a new National Institutes of Health grant may help him find the answers. “When I think about life’s big picture, I think one of the great mysteries is how we go from a single cellRead the story …
University Invests in the Future and Business of Esports
Esports program delivers $95,000 in scholarships to new recruits, players
March 13, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With the awarding of $95,000 in scholarships this semester to new students, the University of Mississippi has invested in not just the game, but in the career path of esports. John McDermott, director of esports programs, awarded 12 recruits with scholarships from donors and from the university. The family of alumnus AbbRead the story …
Music Industry Icon to Receive Medal for the Arts
Songwriter and producer Glen Ballard to be honored at April 20 program, concert
March 13, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Music industry icon Glen Ballard, of Los Angeles, is being honored with the highest award the University of Mississippi gives to recognize excellence in the arts. At an April 20 ceremony and concert in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts, the UM Institute for the Arts will present theRead the story …
Mathematics Students Shine at National Meetings
Doctoral candidates present papers, network at American Mathematical Society meetings
March 12, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The American Mathematical Society has awarded travel grants to several University of Mississippi doctoral students to discuss the advancements made in their mathematics research. Mous-Abou Hamadou, Mathias Muia and Kanchana Madhumali Gamlat Esweda Gamladdalage presented research in Chattanooga, Tennessee, at the AMS Fall Southeastern Sectional Meeting. Gamladdalage, who is from Polgahawela, SriRead the story …
Star Power Set to Fill Ford Center for 20th Anniversary
Morgan Freeman set to host gala performance, Haskells to receive Concerto Award
March 12, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Stars will be shining brightly March 25 when the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Mississippi celebrates its 20-year anniversary with a gala hosted by Oscar winner Morgan Freeman. The evening will honor Ole Miss alumni Mary and Sam Haskell, who have invited their special friendsRead the story …
Forvis Invests in Accountancy School
Major gift to be honored with naming in new building
March 11, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For its $500,000 gift to the University of Mississippi, one of the nation’s top public accounting firms, Forvis LLP, will be honored with the naming of the undergraduate and master’s programs suite in the new Patterson School of Accountancy. “The long-term success of our firm – and, for that matter, our professionRead the story …
Study USA Offers Courses Tied to UM’s 60th Anniversary of Integration
Topics include minorities in health professions, politics of inequality
March 10, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi‘s Study USA program is offering five intersession courses with themes related to the university’s 60th anniversary of integration. “My vision is for students to understand that what happened here concerning integration isn’t just about the university,” said Laura Antonow, director of the Office of College Programs in theRead the story …