Gather in the University of Mississippi Circle with the Student Activities Association on Wednesday (Dec. 2) for a fun-filled evening celebrating a Hotty Toddy Christmas. The fun begins at 6 p.m. on the Circle in front of the Lyceum for the annual lighting of the university Christmas tree. Special guests at this year’s tree lightingRead the story …
Have a Hotty Toddy Holiday with Ole Miss
Campus tree lighting set for Wednesday evening
December 2, 2015 by
UM Leader Launches Twitter Feed
Incoming chancellor Jeffrey S. Vitter invites dialogue via social media account
November 30, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Incoming University of Mississippi Chancellor Jeffrey S. Vitter is taking the position into a new era with the launch of a new Twitter account. He will be the first Ole Miss chancellor to take advantage of the popular communication tool while in office. UM students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors, media and theRead the story …
Time to Be Santa’s Little Helpers
Campus community urged to support 18th annual Books and Bears Drive
November 25, 2015 by
As the holiday season quickly approaches, bringing all its shopping and preparations, University of Mississippi faculty, staff and students are once again asked to become “Santa’s little helpers.” The 18th annual Books and Bears program begins soon across campus. Sponsored by the UM Black Faculty and Staff Organization, the event is an opportunity to assistRead the story …
Ole Miss Named Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly University
League of American Bicyclists recognizes UM efforts to advance cycling on campus
November 24, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s continued efforts to improve bicycle infrastructure and advocacy on campus have been recognized by the League of American Bicyclists with a bronze-level Bicycle Friendly University award. The award comes after a year of implementing recommendations from the league, which were passed along after Ole Miss received an honorableRead the story …
Foundation Launching Giving Tuesday
Goal is to raise $10,000 in 24 hours for Ole Miss Fund
November 23, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Seeking to raise $10,000 within a 24-hour period, the University of Mississippi Foundation is launching a crowdfunding initiative Dec. 1, calling it a global day dedicated to “giving back.” Donations on the “Giving Tuesday” can be made beginning at midnight at https://ignite.olemiss.edu/project/1388. While gifts of all sizes are welcome, those who makeRead the story …
UM Ranked Among Nation’s Best MBA Programs
Campus and online programs rise in prestigious Businessweek and U.S. News listings
November 21, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Business Administration has risen significantly on Bloomberg Businessweek’s 2015 list of Best MBA programs. UM ranked No. 69 this year in the second year that Bloomberg Businessweek has compiled the list. This is up seven places from its No. 76 position a year ago. Bloomberg compiled dataRead the story …
UM Innovation Center Honored as Nation’s Best Emerging Program
International award credits CIE's goals and curriculum
November 20, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has been recognized as one of the best up-and-coming centers of its kind. The Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers honored the CIE with the Award for Emerging Entrepreneurship Center at its annual conference Oct. 31 in Gainesville, Florida. The CIE shared the first-place winRead the story …
Hapten Sciences to Begin Clinical Trials for Poison Ivy Vaccine
Compound based on UM, ElSohly Laboratories research could prevent itchy rash from forming
November 20, 2015 by
MEMPHIS, Tenn. and OXFORD, Miss. – Hapten Sciences Inc., a privately held biotechnology company, will soon conduct a Phase I clinical trial of its lead product candidate, a compound based on research conducted at the University of Mississippi and ElSohly Laboratories that could prevent contact dermatitis due to exposure to poison ivy, oak and sumac.Read the story …
Natchez Native Joins University’s CEED Program
Janae Owens hopes to use her experiences to help create opportunities across the state
November 19, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Growing up on the banks of the Mississippi River in Natchez can be an adventure that immerses residents in the heart of a rich, vibrant history that is complemented by Southern cultural celebrations and events. However, accompanying that atmosphere is a state of wealth that serves as a jarring contrast to theRead the story …
UM Forward Together Campaign Exceeds Goal, Announces Extension
Ole Miss Athletics Foundation raises $155 million in donations toward campaign, eyes $200 million
November 18, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Thanks to the generous support of Rebel Nation, the Ole Miss Athletics Foundation has surpassed its $150 million goal for the Forward Together campaign. With the help of 3,425 donors, the campaign achieved its goal in just over a four-year span, raising $155 million. “On behalf of Ole Miss Athletics, I wantRead the story …