OXFORD, Miss. – Two renowned neuroscientists are scheduled to give three lectures April 3-5 in Oxford and at the University of Mississippi. Psyche Loui, assistant professor of psychology, neuroscience and behavior and integrative sciences at Wesleyan University, will discuss “Why Do We Enjoy Music?” on April 3 at the third monthly Science Cafe of theRead the story …
Neuroscientists Scheduled for UM Science Cafe, Brain Awareness Week
Psyche Loui and Alexander Ophir to discuss varied topics during visit
March 28, 2018 by
Celebrating Great UM Women
Inspiring stories reflect observance of Women's History Month
March 27, 2018 by
In celebration of Women’s History Month, this selection of stories highlights achievements by great UM women. These are just few of the wonderful stories about faculty, staff, students and alumni: Nancy Dupont, NewsPro Educator of the Year Karen Raber Named Director of Shakespeare Organization Jacquline Vinson, Barbara Howard, Rose Flenorl, and Peggy Gillom-Granderson recognized duringRead the story …
Graduate Students Exhibit at Southside Gallery
Exhibition is the culmination of a seminar class, features 'fresh, evocative' works of art
March 26, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Nine University of Mississippi graduate students are showcasing their artwork on the Oxford Square through three different exhibits as part of a graduate seminar class. Each exhibit at Southside Gallery features the work of three students, all of whom are working toward an M.F.A. in their respective areas, under a common theme.Read the story …
UM Students Present Their Research at the Capitol
Posters in the Rotunda showcases undergraduate projects at state universities
March 23, 2018 by
JACKSON, Miss. – Five University of Mississippi students displayed their undergraduate research on topics ranging from the Latino South to therapeutic treatments for cognitive disorders during Posters in the Rotunda Tuesday (March 20) at the Mississippi State Capitol. They were among 33 students from Mississippi’s eight public universities at the event, which showcased to state legislators and leaders someRead the story …
Ford Center Hosts North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra
Sunday performance features German pianist Andreas Klein
March 23, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts will host the North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra, with special guest and acclaimed German pianist Andreas Klein, for a Sunday (March 25) concert. The performance, titled “Revolutionaries,” will contrast the styles of Beethoven with 20th-century Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera. The orchestraRead the story …
Community Bank Honors Thomas Colbert
Endowed fund, award at Ole Miss pays tribute to his 50-year career in business
March 22, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Fifty years is a long time to be at the forefront of an industry, but business visionary Thomas W. Colbert’s legacy began as Mississippi’s youngest bank CEO in 1968 and led to his founding the state’s first-ever bank holding company in 1977. And he keeps leading, now as senior chairman of theRead the story …
Conference to Honor 50th Anniversary of MLK Mule Train
Two-day event focuses on historic civil rights campaign from Marks to Washington
March 21, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Fifty years ago this April, Martin Luther King Jr. was scheduled to lead 28 wagons pulled by mules in a caravan from poverty-stricken Marks to the nation’s Capitol. While the civil rights icon’s assassination delayed the Mule Train, the campaign for jobs and justice did eventually make its 1,000-mile, monthlong trek fromRead the story …
Rural Entrepreneurship Forum Scheduled for April 5-6
Event brings together business owners, other stakeholders to foster economic development in state
March 18, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The fourth annual Rural Entrepreneurship Forum is set for April 5-6 at the University of Mississippi’s Insight Park and the Oxford Conference Center, where experts will discuss economic development opportunities in Mississippi. Sponsored by the UM McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement, the event is part of the Catalyzing EntrepreneurshipRead the story …
Charitable Gift Provides Benefits on Multiple Levels
Unique giving strategy delivers retirement plan for valued employee, support for UM programs
March 18, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – David and Barbara Arnold, of Yazoo City, have made a gift to the University of Mississippi that doubles as a retirement plan for their faithful household employee of the past 15 years. “She’s just a fine young woman who’s like family to us, and we got to thinking, ‘You know, she hasRead the story …
Southern Studies Professor Receives Fulbright Award
Catarina Passidomo to spend four months in 2019 in Peru
March 16, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi professor Catarina Passidomo is looking forward to traveling to Lima, Peru, to teach and conduct research in 2019 as the recipient of a Fulbright U.S. Scholar award. While in Lima, the UM assistant professor of Southern studies and anthropology will teach two courses in the Department of Social SciencesRead the story …