OXFORD, Miss. – Famed Mississippi author Eudora Welty once said, “A good snapshot keeps a moment from running away.” Robert Jordan, award-winning director of photography services at the University of Mississippi, will show participants how to capture their own memories during a series of photography classes being offered through the UM Communiversity program this fall.Read the story …
Explore Photography with UM Communiversity Series
Award-winning photographer set for four sessions this fall
October 7, 2016 by
Croft Institute Welcomes Incoming Scholars
This year's cohort is program's largest and most academically qualified ever
October 7, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s Croft Institute for International Studies has welcomed eight incoming freshman Croft Scholars to campus as part of its largest and most highly qualified class to date. This year’s Croft Scholars, all of whom major in international studies, are Joey Baker of Decatur, Alabama; Kylie Bring of Chesterfield, Missouri;Read the story …
Living Music Resource Hosts a Night at the Opera
Events include live interview with international artists and performance of Tony-winning play
October 6, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – An innovative interview series that brings music professionals to the University of Mississippi will offer students and Oxford residents a glimpse into the world of opera this week, as well as insights into the life and career of legendary diva Maria Callas. The Living Music Resource, an online video library of interviewsRead the story …
UM, Oxford Again Ranked Among Nation’s Best and Most Beautiful
University and its hometown pick up four new accolades
October 6, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi and Oxford often rank at the top of annual lists of beautiful campuses and best college towns, and this fall has brought a new set of national accolades upon the area. USA Today’s Reader’s Choice travel awards contest has named UM the nation’s most beautiful campus, while Thrillist namedRead the story …
Author Returns to Oxford for School Reunion, Book Signing
Robert Magarian learned to think like a detective for his latest thriller
October 5, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – An alumnus of the University of Mississippi pharmacy school who has built a flourishing career as a crime novelist will sign copies of his latest thriller Saturday evening (Oct 8) in Oxford. Robert Magarian will sign copies of “You’ll Never See Me Again, A Crime to Remember” at 7 p.m. at theRead the story …
Deep-Sea Sedimentation Topic of October Science Cafe
Renowned marine scientist Arne R. Diercks is second lecturer for fall semester
October 5, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The slow and steady sedimentation processes of the deep sea is the next topic for a monthly public science forum organized by the University of Mississippi Department of Physics and Astronomy. The fall semester’s second meeting of the Oxford Science Cafe is set for 6 p.m. Oct. 11 at Lusa Bakery Bistro andRead the story …
UM Physical Acoustics Research Center Turns 30
NCPA celebrates with Oct. 14 open house, including tours and demos
October 5, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As the Jamie L. Whitten National Center for Physical Acoustics enters its 30th year of operation at the University of Mississippi, the acclaimed research facility is celebrating with an open house, including demonstrations of interesting acoustical principles and phenomena. The free event begins at 1 p.m. Oct. 14. Scheduled activities include demos ofRead the story …
Los Angeles Guitar Quartet to Perform Friday at Ford Center
Acclaimed group set to play diverse set ranging from classical to contemporary works
October 4, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Grammy Award-winning Los Angeles Guitar Quartet, renowned by critics for its precision, rich tonal palette and joyous performances, comes to the University of Mississippi for a Friday (Oct. 7) concert at Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. show are $22 for balcony seating, $26Read the story …
Implicit Bias Expert Benjamin Reese Jr. to Speak at UM
Duke University VP to lead frank discussion on subconscious attitudes
October 4, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Benjamin Reese Jr., chief diversity officer and vice president of the Office for Institutional Equity at Duke University, will speak to University of Mississippi faculty, staff and students Thursday (Oct. 6) to discuss the role of implicit bias in people’s everyday lives. Free and open to the public, the event is setRead the story …
Plan a Post-Finals Vacation with Ole Miss Outdoors
Annual winter trip is a ski and snowboarding adventure in Colorado
October 3, 2016 by
Fall has barely begun, but University of Mississippi students should already be thinking about how to relax and have some fun after fall final exams. Start making plans now to join Ole Miss Outdoors for the annual winter trip, set for Dec. 10-15. This year, OMOD is headed to Snowmass Village, Colorado, for a skiingRead the story …