Incomplete and sometimes erroneous reports have created misperceptions about a recent student-led event at the University of Mississippi that has for six years – including this year – involved a Christmas tree lighting and popular Christmas carols. Last Wednesday night (Dec. 2), the Student Activities Association arranged for a Gospel Choir performance of “Emmanuel” andRead the story …
MAC Honors Scott Barretta with Excellence in the Arts Award
Writer, editor and research has contributed greatly to the world's understanding of the blues
December 9, 2015 by
former Living Blues editor David Nelson iving Blues editor David Nelson OXFORD, Miss. – Scott Barretta, writer and researcher for the Mississippi Blues Trail and an adjunct instructor in sociology and anthropology at the University of Mississippi, has lived in the state for 16 years, but his blues journey began long before his arrival here.Read the story …
Student Union Remodeling Project Renderings Released
Architectural drawings featured in new brochure
December 8, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For the first time, architectural renderings of the highly-anticipated $50 million renovation and expansion of the University of Mississippi’s Student Union are available to the public. The four-color, eight-page brochure features drawings of a Grove-side view, north bird’s-eye view, north exterior view, east entrance view and second-floor views of the dining andRead the story …
Students Conduct Research in Ancient Polish Forest
Rare species of fungi studied as part of three-year grant
December 7, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A 7,000-year-old forest in Poland could hold the key to solving some of the world’s major health problems, and several University of Mississippi researchers and students are working to unlock the potential of the forest’s ancient ecosystem. UM researchers often travel to exotic locations, such as tropical rainforests or deep beneath theRead the story …
FedEx and Anonymous Donor Deliver Major Gifts to Ole Miss Athletics
Funds will enable facility expansion to support academics for student-athletes
December 7, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A gift from FedEx Corp. will help University of Mississippi student-athletes succeed in the classroom and beyond. The company recently donated $2.5 million to the Ole Miss Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to enhance the existing FedEx Student-Athlete Success Center. In addition to the FedEx gift, an anonymous donor has contributed $2.5 million,Read the story …
Pharmacy Alumnus Recognized for 30 Consecutive Years of Giving
Francis Cerniglia has provided scholarships for dedicated students
December 4, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Supporting the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy is second nature to Francis Cerniglia of Cordova, Tennessee. It is so second nature, in fact, that he didn’t realize he had been giving to the school every year for three decades. “It doesn’t seem like it’s been that long,” said Cerniglia, who earnedRead the story …
Meet Molly Fryman, November’s Staff Member of the Month
December 4, 2015 by
Molly Fryman, international student adviser in the Office of Study Abroad, was chosen by the Staff Council as November’s Staff Member of the Month. To help us get to know her better, she answered some questions for Inside Ole Miss. IOM: How long have you worked at Ole Miss? Fryman: 2 years. IOM: What is your hometown? Fryman: Decatur,Read the story …
Embrace the Christmas Spirit at the Ford Center
December events help get into the season
December 3, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – There’s finally a chill in the air, which means the holiday season is quickly approaching. And what better way to embrace the Christmas spirit than with a few holiday performances at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Mississippi? Enjoy the heartwarming holiday performance of TheatreRead the story …
Gingerbread Village to Open Dec. 3
More than 1,200 schoolchildren scheduled to visit display
December 3, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s sixth annual Gingerbread Village is set to inspire the holiday spirit at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. The event begins Thursday (Dec. 3) with an opening reception at 6 p.m. and runs through Dec. 19. “The Gingerbread Village is one of my favorite Ford CenterRead the story …
University Museum Invites Families to Santa’s Workshop
Saturday event features a Polar Express theme
December 3, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Families across north Mississippi are invited to join the University of Mississippi Museum for Santa’s Workshop Family Activity Day, coming up Saturday (Dec. 5). The museum classrooms and lobby will be transformed with fun seasonal activities for the whole family. The drop-in event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year’sRead the story …