OXFORD, Miss. – In observance of Black History Month, the University of Mississippi Department of Music presents its annual concert Feb. 26. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Admission is free. “The Department of Music does a Black History Month concert every February, led byRead the story …
UM Music Department Presents Black History Month Concert
Feb. 26 event features university ensembles performing African, Caribbean, jazz, world music and black composers' works
February 18, 2015 by
Eighth Annual Applied Sciences Career Fair Set
Feb. 25 event brings a number of career opportunities to students
February 18, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Most than 30 potential employers are set to be on hand for the University of Mississippi’s School of Applied Sciences annual career fair, coming up Feb. 25 at the Inn at Ole Miss. “This is the most vendors we’ve had since the first fair in 2008,” said Teri Gray, coordinator of the AppliedRead the story …
Deadline Extended for Sullivan Award Nominations
February 17, 2015 by
Today is the final day to submit nominations for the McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement 2015 Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award, which recognizes a University of Mississippi student, alumnus or community member who sets an outstanding example of selfless service to others. “Recognizing and celebrating service is crucial to the mission of the McLean Institute,Read the story …
Ole Miss Women’s Council to Honor Charles Overby with Legacy Award
Tickets available for dinner featuring award-winning chefs
February 17, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Ole Miss Women’s Council for Philanthropy will honor Charles Overby, a champion of the First Amendment and the free press, with the 2015 Legacy Award this spring at the University of Mississippi. Overby will receive the Legacy Award, presented by C Spire, at a dinner April 18 at Carrier House, homeRead the story …
Isom Center Hosts Artist Talk with Maggie Renzi
Film producer, actor to discuss career and work Thursday evening
February 16, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s Sarah Isom Center for Women and Gender Studies will host an artist talk event Thursday (Feb. 19) with actor and film producer Maggie Renzi. Slated for 6:30 p.m. in Bryant Hall, Room 209, the event is free and open to the public. A reception follows the talk inRead the story …
Panhellenic Community Donates $40,000 to Baptist Memorial Hospital
Check to be presented Feb. 23 during Lady Rebels game
February 16, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – When it comes to leadership and service, members of the University of Mississippi’s Greek community consistently demonstrate both. Such will again be the case Feb. 23 when the Lady Rebels host the University of Kentucky Lady Wildcats. During the 6 p.m. game at the C.M. “Tad” Smith Coliseum, UM Panhellenic community representativesRead the story …
Like Father, Like Son
Johnson family continues generous support of Ole Miss athletics
February 15, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Like many faithful University of Mississippi alumni, Jackson native Michael Johnson grew up an avid fan of the Rebels – a legacy instilled in him by his father, Larry L. Johnson. Now, through their family foundation, the two have left a more tangible legacy to Ole Miss, having committed $250,000 to theRead the story …
Recent UM Graduate Launches Business to Help Impoverished Families
Fundraising venture becomes successful company aiding women and children on two continents
February 13, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Many students dream of starting their own businesses after college, but some, such as University of Mississippi alumna Christen Edmonds, don’t waste time waiting for graduation. And Edmonds, who completed her Bachelor of General Studies in December, didn’t stop with simply being a successful entrepreneur. She dreamed big and used her ideaRead the story …
Centennial of General Relativity Theory Topic for Feb. 17 Science Cafe
UM physicist presents new perspectives on Einstein's theory
February 13, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The centennial of Albert Einstein’s theory of general relativity is the topic for a monthly public science forum organized by the UM Department of Physics and Astronomy. The spring semester’s first meeting of the Oxford Science Cafe is set for 6 p.m. Feb. 17 at Lusa Pastry Cafe, 2305 West Jackson Ave.Read the story …
Barksdale Award Winners Eager to Experience Life in ‘the Margins’
Recipients to spend time with cowboys on two continents, use theater to raise awareness of the deaf
February 13, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi students have been chosen to pursue adventures in experimental learning in Uruguay and across North America. Joe Bell, a sophomore from Gloucester, Massachusetts, and Kate Lindsay, a junior from Starkville, both students in the UM Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, are the 2015 winners of the Barksdale Awards.Read the story …