OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi student Jess Cooley sat in an Oxford coffee shop last August scrolling through Instagram when he saw posts of devastating wildfires in an arid forest that serves as Bolivia’s natural barrier against global warming. The international studies and accounting major from Laurel knew the area that was engulfed veryRead the story …
Online Campaign to Improve UM Student Art Gallery
Dozens of student exhibitions each year need better lighting
February 5, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Every student seeking a degree in fine arts from the University of Mississippi Department of Art and Art History is required to exhibit their work in Meek Hall’s Gallery 130 before graduating. For most students, the exhibit is a joyful highlight of their college careers. However, an outdated lighting system makes theRead the story …
Competition Drives Pharmacy Passion for Female Students, Alumna
National Girls and Women in Sports Day shines lights on athletics' influence in pharmacy
February 4, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Sports bring together communities. More than that, it empowers individuals. For three talented female University of Mississippi pharmacy students and a basketball all-conference alumna, National Girls and Women in Sports Day (Feb. 5) highlights those qualities that competition fuels in their desire to help others through the profession. For Kimsey O’Neal Bailey,Read the story …
SpaceX Veteran Joining UM to Connect Engineering School with Industry
Darin Van Pelt takes position with university after almost 20 years in aerospace industry
February 4, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Darin Van Pelt (BSME 01) has joined the University of Mississippi as director of engineering engagement, focusing on industry engagement for the School of Engineering and working closely with the Center for Manufacturing Excellence, or CME. Van Pelt spent more than 18 years working in aerospace engineering, most recently as a co-founder of ABL SpaceRead the story …
Winter Session Students Get Close-Up Look at Government in D.C.
Course through Haley Barbour Center for Study of American Politics features visit to nation's capital
February 3, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – While many of their peers slept in or otherwise relaxed during the winter break, eight University of Mississippi students eagerly tackled the topics of campaigns, elections and advocacy in the United States, thanks to a partnership between Study USA and the Haley Barbour Center for the Study of American Politics. These OleRead the story …
Shepard Smith to be Honored with 2020 Silver Em
Former Fox News anchor to receive university's highest award in journalism
February 3, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi journalism student who grew up in Holly Springs and became a leading network news anchor is the latest recipient of the school’s prestigious Silver Em award. Shepard Smith, who spent more than 20 years anchoring Fox News before leaving the network last year, will receive the award duringRead the story …
A Gift for Future Journalists
New scholarship memorializes UM journalism school graduate
February 1, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Colleagues of the late Trey Jordan, of New Orleans, describe the University of Mississippi alumnus as the consummate professional, an outstanding leader and great motivator who was honest, sincere and compassionate. He was well-rounded, they said, and fun – even at work for Northrup Grumman Corp., where he served as an informationRead the story …
Cellist Performs Free Recital Feb. 4 in Bryant Hall
First Tuesdays noontime music series welcomes Christine Kralik
January 31, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Someone looking for a great way to spend a lunch hour would be hard-pressed to do better than to head to Bryant Hall at the University of Mississippi on the first Tuesday of each month for 45 minutes of live music in a beautiful setting. At 12:15 p.m. Tuesday (Feb. 4), ChristineRead the story …
UM, Millsaps College Partner to Offer Dual-Degree Engineering Programs
Students will do a planned transition between institutions to receive degrees from both
January 31, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Students at the University of Mississippi and at Millsaps College soon will be able to simultaneously receive bachelor’s degrees from each, thanks to a partnership agreement between the two institutions. The new dual-degree programs combine six semesters at Millsaps and four at Ole Miss’ School of Engineering – giving students the benefitsRead the story …
‘Lost and Found’ Collage Prints on Display at Meek Hall
Work of UM art professor emerita Jan Murray exhibited through Feb. 28
January 30, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Seven years in the making, the prints of a University of Mississippi art professor are finally available for public viewing on campus. Jan Murray, associate dean of liberal arts emerita and professor of art emerita, will have an exhibition of her work, “Lost and Found,” in Meek Hall, Gallery 130, through Feb.Read the story …