OXFORD, Miss. – Eating locally produced foods is the focus of the University of Mississippi’s third annual Food Day celebration, set for Wednesday (Oct. 16). The event will feature a farmers market, festival, panel discussion and a screening of the film “Fresh.” “Food Day is a celebration, but it’s also a way to raise awareness,”Read the story …
Food Day Events Encourage Community to ‘Eat Real’
Observance features farmer's market, cooking demonstrations, panel discussion and more
October 14, 2013 by
Journalist Jack Ford Finds Inspiration, ‘Second Home’ at UM
CBS News legal analyst's new novel, "Walls of Jericho," inspired by trips to area
October 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – CBS News legal analyst and award-winning journalist Jack Ford’s many trips to the University of Mississippi and Oxford over the years have made the area feel like his second home. The visits also inspired his latest novel, “The Walls of Jericho,” which is set in the area. Ford spoke Thursday (Oct. 10)Read the story …
Injured UM Student’s Recovery Bolstered by Ole Miss Outpouring
Carson Otter expected to make a full recovery, charity fund established to support him
October 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi senior Carson Otter continues to recover from an incident in Austin, Texas, that left him with life-threatening injuries, and his family has experienced a huge outpouring of support from the Ole Miss community. Otter , 21, of Bloomington, Ind., was in Austin last month for the Ole Miss-Texas footballRead the story …
Rising Star of Acoustic Blues to Perform at UM
Music of the South Concert Series continues Oct. 16 with Jerron 'Blind Boy' Paxton
October 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Conjuring up the music of the past is Jerron “Blind Boy” Paxton’s specialty, even though he is a mere 24 years old. He effortlessly embodies the spirit of early music including ragtime, ’20s jazz and Dust Bowl-era blues. The Music of the South series, which highlights intimate evenings with Southern performers atRead the story …
October Science Cafe Highlights Gravitational Wave Astronomy
Visiting post-doctoral fellow’s collaborative studies may hold keys to unlocking origins of universe
October 10, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – An emerging branch of astronomy that uses gravitational waves rather than light to observe distant objects is the focus of this month’s installment of a monthly public science forum organized by the University of Mississippi Department of Physics and Astronomy. The fall semester’s third meeting of the Oxford Science Cafe is setRead the story …
Law School to Host Screening of New Independent Thriller
Film explores growing global concerns over privacy and technology
October 9, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Law will host a public screening of a futuristic psychological and political thriller that explores legal issues surrounding a speculative new medical technology that can read people’s memories in video form. “Justice Is Mind,” an independently produced Hollywood film, takes a look at what happens whenRead the story …
Ole Miss Alumni Association Drive Passes 24,700-Member Mark
October 9, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ole Miss alumni and friends are responding to the Alumni Association’s call to “Get active, stay active and help Ole Miss,” bringing the total number of active members to more than 24,700. Now, alumni and friends have an added incentive to stay active: All who join, renew or extend their memberships, orRead the story …
Ole Miss Softball Recognized For Academic Achievements
Five Rebels Honored By NFCA For Academic Work
October 8, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Ole Miss softball team’s hard work in the classroom throughout the 2012-13 academic year was recognized by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association, as the association announced Monday afternoon that five Rebels were named NFCA All-America Scholar Athletes. Brittany Broome, Allison Brown, Alyssa Invergo, Londen Ladner and Kelly Nolan were named NFCARead the story …
Dunlap Painting Added to Harvest Supper Event
Bids accepted in-person and via phone at the University Museum before event
October 8, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Distinguished artist William Dunlap’s painting “Lowering Sky” is available for purchase at auction as part of the annual Harvest Supper fundraiser, which benefits the University of Mississippi Museum and Historic Houses. The piece, which was donated by Dunlap, a UM alumnus, is a watercolor on paper and measures 9.25-by-36 inches framed.
Grammy Winner Kenny Rogers to Perform at Ford Center
Performance to include beloved hits, new tunes from recent album
October 8, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Award-winning singer and songwriter Kenny Rogers takes the stage at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts at 7 p.m. Thursday (Oct. 10). With a career spanning more than five decades, Rogers brings a long repertoire of familiar songs and new releases. Tickets are available from theRead the story …