OXFORD, Miss. – Working as an intern at the Library of Congress is a “pretty cool summer” job, according to University of Mississippi senior Andrew Joseph McNulty. While many linguists would consider McNulty’s statement an oxymoron, the Madison native doesn’t because he’s still excited to have been among 41 college students selected to participate inRead the story …
UM Student Lands Summer Internship at the Library of Congress
Madison native appointed Library of Congress Junior Fellow
July 23, 2013 by
UM Senior Lands Paid Internship with Utah Company
Summer program provides tremendous insights and opportunities for criminal justice major
July 18, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Growing up in Como, it always bothered Trakevia Miller to see young African-American males, including some of her own family members, ending up in prison. She often wondered what she could do to end the cycle of violence and crime that hit so close to home. Miller’s parents worked long and hardRead the story …
Pharmacy Student-Athletes in a League of Their Own
Blending sports with challenging academic provides unique challenges and satisfactions
July 14, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Studying pharmacy successfully requires exercising a measure of intellect and self-discipline every day. Studying pharmacy successfully while competing in intercollegiate athletics also requires daily megadoses of determination, commitment, time management and focus, plus a passion for both pharmacy and sports. “As a starter in basketball, (I) played 36 to 40 games aRead the story …
Miss University Prepares to Take the Stage
Miss Mississippi Pageant runs today through Saturday
July 9, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – An annual trunk show featuring Miss University showcasing her wardrobe and talent in advance of the state pageant was held July 2 on the Ole Miss campus. This year’s show featured Caroline Conerly who is preparing to compete in the Miss Mississippi Pageant in Vicksburg beginning today (July 10). Conerly showcased everythingRead the story …
Recent UM Alumnus Wins ODK National Honor
Doug Odom of Jackson recognized for scholarship, leadership in campus life
July 9, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Douglas Odom, a recent graduate of the University of Mississippi, has been recognized as an Omicron Delta Kappa Circles’ Leader of the Year. Each year, ODK chapters nominate an exceptional leader from their circle to be considered for the General Russell E. Dougherty National Leader of the Year award, which is givenRead the story …
Principal Corps Expands Placements to Mississippi Gulf Coast
Innovative educator training program's recruits possess impressive credentials
July 3, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Twelve accomplished educators with aspirations of helping shape the future of Mississippi public education have joined the fifth cohort of the University of Mississippi’s Principal Corps. For the first time, the 13-month program – which prepares teachers for K-12 leadership positions with a combination of graduate coursework and two full-time internships –Read the story …
UM Pharmacy Residency Program to Graduate Fourth Class
Program enhances patient-care skills, develops research and teaching capabilities
June 12, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In a few days, Jasmine S. McKee and Liza Wilson will become the most recent graduates of the School of Pharmacy’s Community Pharmacy Residency program, which advances Doctor of Pharmacy graduates’ patient-care skills, provides opportunities to implement patient-care services, and develops research and teaching skills. McKee and Wilson completed the residency program’sRead the story …
UM Students Win Top Honors at China Open
In first venture onto international stage, university debaters best 109 other competing institutions
June 7, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi forensics team members won top honors recently at the fourth annual China Open at Xi’an International Studies University. The China Open is the International Debate Education Association’s premier competition in China, aimed at contributing to thriving debate communities and encouraging interactions among debaters. Taking first place were IsaacRead the story …
Four Ole Miss Sports Earn Prestigious APR Award
June 6, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Four Ole Miss teams have been recognized among the elite academic programs in the country in their sport with the NCAA’s announcement of the public recognition awards on Wednesday. The Ole Miss women’s cross country, women’s golf, women’s volleyball and women’s tennis teams received the prestigious honor for their latest Academic ProgressRead the story …
Fulbright Award Winner to Use Enthusiasm for Teaching in Latin America
Ryan Ezelle heads to the Dominican Republic in August
June 6, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ryan Ezelle’s interest in teaching others has resulted in him receiving a 2013 Fulbright U.S. Student Award. Ezelle, a recent University of Mississippi graduate from Union, said he wanted to further his studies and experiences abroad, specifically in Latin America, beyond the typical semester, so the Fulbright is the perfect opportunity. AnRead the story …