Reception honoring Albert Sperath scheduled June 16 at museum Albert Sperath OXFORD, Miss. – For almost three decades, Albert Sperath has promoted other artists and their work. But after his retirement June 30, the University of Mississippi Museum director anticipates resuming and promoting his own artistic endeavors. “I plan to go to my own studio,Read the story …
Following Acquisitions Exhibition, University Museum Director to Embrace Retirement, Own Career as Artist
June 12, 2009 by
IHL Sets Campus Interview Sessions with Dr. Dan Jones, Requests Feedback
June 11, 2009 by
University of Mississippi faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends can let the Mississippi Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning know what they think about preferred chancellor candidate Dr. Dan Jones by attending a Monday (June 15) interview with him at The Inn at Ole Miss. Check the schedule below to learn whichRead the story …
Award-winning Pianist Inna Faliks to Perform Piano Camp Fundraiser June 16
June 10, 2009 by
Inna Faliks OXFORD, Miss. – Ukrainian-born American pianist Inna Faliks performs Tuesday (June 16) at the University of Mississippi. Faliks’ 7 p.m. concert in Nutt Auditorium is part of UM’s Piano Discoveries Camp, with proceeds going to fund 2010 camp scholarships. Tickets are $8 for students and seniors, and $12 for general admission. “The conceptRead the story …
Former Rebel Basketball Great Joins UM Development Team
June 5, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Former Rebel basketball standout Keith Carter has joined the University of Mississippi as associate director of development for the School of Business Administration. “I always knew I wanted to come back to live in Oxford, and I’m excited to have the opportunity to work for the School of Business,” said Carter, whoRead the story …
National Center for Natural Products Research Receives FDA Commissioner’s Special Citation
June 4, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For years, the National Center for Natural Products Research at the University of Mississippi has assisted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in the international study of the safety and authenticity of botanicals in the U.S. market. The FDA has recognized the NCNPR’s leadership with a Special Citation from the commissioner duringRead the story …
36th Annual Faulkner Conference July 19-23 to Consider Author’s Fascination with Mystery
June 4, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – One author, six novels, five days, infinite insights and fun. That’s what participants can expect during the 36th annual Faulkner & Yoknapatawpha Conference scheduled July 19-23 at the University of Mississippi. This year’s theme title is “Faulkner and Mystery.”
Honors College Associate Dean Inspires Students to Compete for National Scholarships
June 3, 2009 by
Debra Young OXFORD, Miss. – Students from all walks of life come through Debra Young’s office, and it’s her job to help guide them through the application process for national scholarships. Some are winners, some are not, but each student benefits from the experience. Young, associate dean of the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, advisesRead the story …
MBA Class to Experience ‘Hands-On’ Leadership Training
June 3, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The MBA class of 2010 gets out of the classroom and off the ground, literally, for a day this week to experience hands-on leadership and team-building exercises. Managing people, communicating persuasively and leading cross-functional teams and organizational units are the most sought after “soft” skill sets in MBA graduates, so nearly 50Read the story …
Statement From UM Chancellor Preferred Candidate Dr. Dan Jones
June 2, 2009 by
Jackson, MS – Following the announcement today issued by the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) naming Dr. Dan Jones as the preferred candidate for the position of Chancellor at the University of Mississippi (UM), Dr. Jones, who said he felt “very happy” and “humbled” about being named the board’s preferredRead the story …
Board Names Dr. Dan Jones Preferred Candidate For UM Chancellor
June 2, 2009 by
Dan Jones Jackson, MS – The Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) announced in a press conference today that Dr. Dan Jones, current vice chancellor for health affairs and dean of the School of Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, is the preferred candidate for the position of ChancellorRead the story …