OXFORD, Miss. – A symposium, town hall meeting, panel discussions and lectures are among the events scheduled as the Sarah Isom Center for Women and Gender Studies observes Women’s History Month in March at the University of Mississippi. The month begins with the 43rd Porter Fortune Symposium this weekend. Sponsored by the Arch Dalrymple III DepartmentRead the story …
UM Observes Women’s History Month
Scheduled events examine contributions and influence of women
February 28, 2018 by
Visiting Professor Studying Language Development in State’s Children
Christiana Christodoulou decided to come to source to conduct her research
February 28, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Thanks to a prestigious grant from an international research and innovation program, a visiting professor at the University of Mississippi is studying how children born learning the local varieties spoken in the state develop language. In a project called “Linguistic Illusions,” Christiana Christodoulou is investigating language acquisition in children born with DownRead the story …
Clint Smith Reflects and Reveals at UM Black History Month Keynote
National Poetry Slam champion shares historic, personal insights through spoken word orations
February 27, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With wit and wisdom, National Poetry Slam champion Clint Smith shared historic truths and personal meditations about being black in America with a responsive audience Monday (Feb. 26) at the University of Mississippi. Using the popular “spoken word” format, Smith delivered the keynote address as annual Black History Month observances came toRead the story …
Mathematics Mixes with Magic for Annual UM Dalrymple Lecture
Harvey Mudd College professor Arthur Benjamin speaks Thursday at Overby Center
February 27, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Mathematics and magic will mix Thursday (Mar. 1) at the University of Mississippi as a renowned professor demonstrates that the human brain is still faster than a calculator. “Mathemagics” is the focus of the 23rd Dalrymple Lecture in Mathematics, set for 7 p.m. the Overby Center Auditorium. The presenter is Arthur Benjamin,Read the story …
UM’s Annual Pack-A-Thon this Weekend
Volunteers needed to help pack 200,000 meals for needy children
February 27, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi student-led Feed the Hunger campaign to provide thousands of meals for impoverished children in Kenya, Haiti, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Jamaica and rural Kentucky is once again counting upon the Oxford and Lafayette County community for support. The eighth annual Feed the Hunger Pack-a-Thon will be held atRead the story …
Award Recipients to be Recognized During Black Alumni Reunion Gala
Alumni Association to present slate of honors at sold-out event
February 24, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Ole Miss Alumni Association is recognizing 13 distinguished alumni as part the University of Mississippi’s 2018 Black Alumni Reunion. The awards include the Dr. Jeanette Jennings “Trailblazer” Award, The Rev. Wayne Johnson Community and Civic Award, the Alumni Achievement Award and the Celebrated Athlete Award. The Alumni Association hosts a sold-outRead the story …
Ford Center Presents ‘Considering Matthew Shepard’
Choral performance Tuesday evening to be followed by panel discussion of themes
February 23, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts is bringing the choral work “Considering Matthew Shepard” to the University of Mississippi Tuesday (Feb. 27) for an evening of music, reflection and discussion. The 7:30 p.m. performance features Conspirare, an acclaimed choral ensemble from Austin, Texas. The concert will be followed byRead the story …
UM to be Well Represented at Natchez Literary Celebration
Seven UM faculty and a student to be featured at 29th annual event
February 21, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi will be well-represented at the 29th annual Natchez Literary and Cinema Celebration this week. Besides the four William Winter Scholars from UM who will be recognized, two history professors will be honored and two additional professors will give presentations at the event, set for Thursday-Saturday (Feb. 22-24) atRead the story …
Two Honors College Students Receive Barksdale Awards
Bethany Fitts and Gabrielle Schust each given $5,000 to fulfill dream projects
February 21, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With $5,000 awards to support separate creative projects, two students in the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College at the University of Mississippi have been named 2018 Barksdale Award winners. Bethany Fitts, a junior English and history major from Tupelo, and Gabrielle Schust, a junior international studies and Spanish major from Columbia, Missouri,Read the story …
UM Center Hosts Symposium on Southern Music
Panelists to explore themes of culture, religion and regional identity in musical works
February 21, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Music from the American South has made an indisputable impact on culture and politics in the U.S. and around the world, and an upcoming symposium at the University of Mississippi will examine the South’s most prominent and influential musical voices. The Southern Music Symposium will address questions such as how musicians areRead the story …