OXFORD, Miss. – Each year, University of Mississippi alumnus Jimmy Carr awards scholarships to two members of the Ole Miss Pride of the South marching band. Despite this dedication, Carr never played in the band himself. “I have always admired the dedication of the band members,” said Carr, who earned undergraduate and law degrees fromRead the story …
Two UM Band Members Receive Carr Scholarships
Alumnus Jimmy Carr rewards students' dedication and talent with annual awards
December 15, 2016 by
Liberal Arts Administrator Named Associate UM Provost
Rich Forgette brings 'administrative abilities, perspectives and knowledge' to post
December 12, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Rich Forgette will begin 2017 serving as associate provost of the University of Mississippi, bringing decades of leadership and education experience to the role. He said he is honored to serve the university in this capacity. “I am excited by the opportunity, humbled to be given the opportunity and privileged to workRead the story …
Davises Help Support UM Students and Sports
Meridian couple's love for university inspires major gift
December 10, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Don and Lynne Davis met in anatomy and physiology lab and realized instantly they had great chemistry. Married 53 years, the Davises, of Meridian, admit they fell in love at first sight. They are grateful to the University of Mississippi for bringing them together and also for making them who they areRead the story …
UM Student Passes His Way to a $100K Scholarship
Jarrius Adams wins grand prize in the Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway in Indiana
December 6, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Throwing winning touchdown passes is always gratifying, but for Jarrius Adams on Saturday (Dec. 3), lobbing the football also proved to be very lucrative. The University of Mississippi sophomore successfully threw 11 15-yard passes into a target to win the $100,000 Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway scholarship. The 30-second throw-off against another finalistRead the story …
UM Professor Shares His ‘A’ Game
Ken Sufka creates scholarship with book royalties
December 4, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ken Sufka, professor of psychology and pharmacology at the University of Mississippi, wants students to achieve academic success, so much so that he’s given them a guide that centrally involves bringing their “A” game to every class. During Sufka’s 25 years-and-counting at Ole Miss, an increasing number of students have sought hisRead the story …
UM Students Share Hospital Shadowing Experiences
Students followed health care professionals at Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi
December 2, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – After spending several weeks shadowing area health care professionals, University of Mississippi students interested in similar careers shared highlights of their mentorship experiences this week. The Tuesday (Nov. 29) reception for those enrolled in the fall 2016 Medical Humanities course was held in Bryant Hall gallery on the Oxford campus. Members ofRead the story …
North Mississippi VISTA Project Seeks Recruits
Sixth year of community-building program begins in January 2017
December 1, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The North Mississippi Volunteers in Service to America, or VISTA, Project is recruiting members interested in helping community organizations that combat poverty across the region for the coming year, its sixth year of operation. The VISTA Project, which is overseen by the University of Mississippi’s McLean Institute for Public Service and CommunityRead the story …
UM Welcomes ‘New Friends and Kindred Spirits’
University's freshman class of Stamps Scholars is nation's third-largest
December 1, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – This fall, 36 partner schools across the country collectively welcomed the 11th class of Stamps scholars to their campuses. Selected from more than 400,000 applications, the new first-year class comprises 209 scholars with diverse academic interests including biology and neuroscience, public policy, mathematics, biochemistry, computer science, linguistics and anthropology, and international studies.Read the story …
Saudi Arabian Student Organization Hosts National Festival
Attendees enjoy an evening of Saudi culture and tradition
November 29, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts was filled with the sounds, sights and aromas of the Middle East recently as the University of Mississippi’s Saudi Arabian Student Organization hosted a cultural exhibit featuring traditional Saudi dance, cuisine and culture. “The purpose of our event was to represent our culturalRead the story …
UM Alumni Embark on 300-Mile Bike Ride for United Way
Cyclists plan to travel from Ole Miss game with Vanderbilt to Egg Bowl in Oxford
November 18, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi alumni embark this weekend on a 300-mile bike ride in support of United Way of Oxford and Lafayette County. After Saturday evening’s Ole Miss-Vanderbilt football game, Adam Vinson and Charlie Wildman plan to ride their bikes from Nashville, Tennessee, to Oxford, arriving in time for the annual EggRead the story …