“He is the best teacher I have had at this university,” a student wrote last January in the evaluation of Zenebe Beyene. Zenebe is the assistant dean at the School of Journalism and Communication at Addis Ababa University and a doctoral candidate at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He taught JOUR 400 International Communication during JanuaryRead the story …
Office of Health Promotion Helps Students Stay Healthy on Spring Break
March 9, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Before students head out for spring break, the University of Mississippi wants them to be informed and safe.
Attorney To Discuss His Recent Case Before the U.S. Supreme Court
March 5, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Just a week after arguing a high-profile Second Amendment case before the U.S. Supreme Court, attorney Alan Gura will discuss the case Tuesday (March 9) at the University of Mississippi School of Law.
Nominations Open for Annual Faculty, Staff Frist Awards Recognizing Service to Students
March 5, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is seeking nominations of faculty and staff who deserve special recognition for rendering outstanding service to students.
Study Semester in Spain Inspires Honors, Croft Student to Rethink Life, Goals
March 5, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Kimberly Shoff of Madison returned to the University of Mississippi in January with more on her mind than completing her junior year. UM junior Kimberly Shoff (left) of Madison and Lauren Casterson, a student at the University of San Francisco, take in the sights and sounds of Madrid, Spain. The two metRead the story …
Two Students Named Finalists for National Truman Scholarships
March 4, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi students have been named finalists for prestigious Truman Scholarships. The national awards go to outstanding college juniors who show leadership potential and have an interest in government or public sector service. UM students Rachel Willis (left) of Bartlett, Tenn., and Chelsea Caveny of Hattiesburg have been named finalistsRead the story …
L-O-U Symphony Orchestra Set For March 10 Concert at Ford Center
March 4, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss – The Lafayette-Oxford-University Symphony is set to perform works from a variety of cultures Wednesday (March 10) in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts.
Ambassador John Dinger Visits UM For Public Lecture, Class Presentation
March 4, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ambassador John Dinger of the U.S. State Department plans to discuss national security and terrorism issues Monday (March 8) at the University of Mississippi.
Director of New Center for Writing and Rhetoric Achieving Goals and Enjoying Community
March 4, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Robert Cummings enjoys writing and teaching writing. Yet, helping others teach writing remains his most rewarding challenge.
Barry Hannah’s Life and Works Celebrated At Oxford Conference for the Book March 4-6
March 3, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The life and works of Mississippi native Barry Hannah, a renowned novelist, short story writer and educator, are to be celebrated during the 17th annual Oxford Conference for the Book, which begins Thursday (March 4) at the University of Mississippi. Hannah, who died Monday at his home in Oxford, won numerous awardsRead the story …