OXFORD, Miss. – The causes and treatments for migraine headaches is the next topic for a monthly public science forum organized by the UM Department of Physics and Astronomy. The spring semester’s second meeting of the Oxford Science Cafe is set for 6 p.m. March 24 at Lusa Pastry Cafe, 2305 West Jackson Ave. ToddRead the story …
Migraines’ Causes, Treatments Topic for Science Cafe
UM psychologist to share research on neurological illness at March 24 event
March 13, 2015 by
Oxford Conference for the Book Highlights Margaret Walker
Sessions are free, open to the public
March 12, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A National Book Award winner, popular television show writers and a centennial birthday commemoration are all planned for the 2015 Oxford Conference for the Book, set for March 25-27. Presented by the University of Mississippi’s Center for the Study of Southern Culture and Square Books, the 22nd annual conference is dedicated to MississippiRead the story …
Students Carry on Torch
Scholarships pay tribute to former Speaker of the House, attorney Tim Ford
March 12, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is mourning the loss of dedicated alumnus Tim Ford – who was a longtime speaker of the Mississippi House of Representatives, successful attorney and strong proponent of education – and students are being encouraged to expand his rich legacy of public service. The Tim Ford Public Service ScholarshipRead the story …
‘The Education of a Lifetime’ Chosen for Common Reading Experience
Robert Khayat's memoir recounts experiences growing up and leading UM's transformation
March 3, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A memoir by Robert Khayat, chancellor emeritus of the University of Mississippi, has been selected for the university’s 2015 Common Reading Experience. Each incoming freshman will receive a copy of “The Education of a Lifetime,” (Nautilus Publishing Co., 2013) with instructions to read it before the start of fall classes. Khayat willRead the story …
Physicist’s Studies of Black Holes Spins Make Prestigious Journal
Global research team's findings advance understanding, get international attention
March 3, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A global team of scientists, including a University of Mississippi physicist, provides new insight about the most energetic event in the universe: the merging of two spinning, orbiting black holes into a larger black hole. The research findings by Emanuele Berti, UM associate professor of physics and astronomy, and his colleagues appearRead the story …
Aaron Shirley, M.D. posthumously receives Community Service Award
UMMC’s professor named Diversity Educator of the Year
March 2, 2015 by
JACKSON, Miss. — The Mississippi Board of Trustees of the State Institutions of Higher Learning recently held its Diversity celebration by recognizing campus and community leaders for the impact they have made in advancing diversity and encouraging understanding and respect. The late Aaron Shirley M.D., (1933-2014) received the Community Service Award for courage, commitment, persistenceRead the story …
Croft Lecture Focuses on Latin American Grassroots Activism
Boston University professor Jeffrey Rubin to discuss business response March 2
February 26, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The responses of private businesses to the social reforms and activism in Latin America over the past 20 years will be examined during a presentation March 2 at the University of Mississippi’s Croft Institute for International Studies. Jeffrey Rubin, associate professor of history and research associate at the Institute on Culture, ReligionRead the story …
Singer-songwriter Caroline Herring Returns to Campus
Free Feb. 27 concert honors Charles Reagan Wilson
February 25, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Singer-songwriter Caroline Herring returns to University of Mississippi this week for a special concert as part of the Porter Fortune Jr. History Symposium. The symposium honors the recent retirement of Charles Reagan Wilson with a series of talks and panel discussions on Southern religion and Southern culture. Set for 7:30 p.m. FridayRead the story …
Music of the South Concert Series Continues with Rory Block
Monday performance at the Ford Center blends traditional and new blues with folk stylings
February 19, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Blues artist Rory Block performs Monday (Feb. 23) at the Studio Theatre of the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts as the Music of the South Concert Series continues at the University of Mississippi. The 7:30 p.m. show is also sponsored by the UM Center for the Study of SouthernRead the story …
Isom Center Hosts Artist Talk with Maggie Renzi
Film producer, actor to discuss career and work Thursday evening
February 16, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s Sarah Isom Center for Women and Gender Studies will host an artist talk event Thursday (Feb. 19) with actor and film producer Maggie Renzi. Slated for 6:30 p.m. in Bryant Hall, Room 209, the event is free and open to the public. A reception follows the talk inRead the story …