OXFORD, Miss. – Theatergoers can mark their calendars for three great shows May1-3 at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. “Anyone who loves great performances and enjoys the Ford Center will be thrilled with this weekend – there really is something for everyone,” Ford Center Director Norm Easterbrook said.
Panel Discussion April 30 to Focus on State of the Economy, Financial Crisis
April 27, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Experts in finance, economics and corporate law are to speak about the current financial crisis Thursday (April 30) during a panel discussion at the University of Mississippi. Hosted by the School of Business Administration and sponsored by the Financier’s Club, the program is set for 6-7 p.m. in Holman Hall, Room 30.Read the story …
Counseling Center, O-LC Humane Society Sponsor Pet-A-Puppy, More to Relieve Stress
April 27, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Counseling Center and the Oxford-Lafayette County Humane Society team up this week (April 27-May 1) for Pet-A-Puppy, an anti-stress campaign for faculty, staff and students. Programming includes a series of activities geared to helping campus members manage their stress levels during their usual packed end-of-semester schedules. The dailyRead the story …
Pride of the South Band Scholarship Benefit Concert Scheduled April 28
April 24, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The ninth annual Pride of the South Benefit Concert is scheduled Tuesday (April 28) at the University of Mississippi. The 7:30 p.m. event in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts is to raise funds for the Friends of Note Marching Band Scholarship.
UM to Throw Party for Its Retiring Chancellor
April 24, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi students, staff, faculty, alumni and friends are throwing a party Thursday (April 30) for Robert C. Khayat, their retiring chancellor. Weather permitting, the party will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Grove, the huge park-like area in the middle of UM’s Oxford campus.
Grand Opening Set April 30 for Ole Miss Golf Course, Pro Shop
April 23, 2009 by
Ribbon-cutting ceremony begins at 9 a.m. OXFORD, Miss. – A ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday (April 30) at 9 a.m. marks the grand opening of the renovated University of Mississippi golf course and expanded pro shop. An open house and refreshments follow. “It’s an exciting day for Ole Miss and for all those who have seen theRead the story …
Ceremony Scheduled April 25 to Name Library Study Room for Former Professor
April 23, 2009 by
Naming honors Distinguished Professor Emeritus John Pilkington OXFORD, Miss. – John Pilkington’s teaching career at the University of Mississippi spanned more than three decades and influenced hundreds of students. Since his retirement in 1985, he has continued his early mission to help make the university library the best that it can be. Pilkington, distinguished professorRead the story …
Commuter Challenge Showcases Benefits of Biking in Oxford-UM Community
April 23, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In the battle between good old American horsepower and the trendy environmental challenger, the “green” guys won, and it really wasn’t even close. Bicyclists won both legs of the Oxford-University Green Week 2009 Commuter Challenge, easily outdistancing competitors on Oxford-University Transit buses and in cars. The event, which kicked off Green Week’sRead the story …
John Bentley Named APhA Fellow
April 22, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – John P. Bentley, associate professor of pharmacy administration at the University of Mississippi, has been named a fellow of the American Pharmacists Association. He was recognized during the organization’s annual meeting last weekend in San Antonio, Texas.