OXFORD, Miss. – A team of five University of Mississippi students recently navigated a series of ethical challenges to capture the Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl Mid-Atlantic Regional Championship. Now they’re setting their sights on the national championship competition, coming up in March 2023. More than 200 universities and colleges across the nation competed in 12 regionalRead the story …
Students Top Regional Ethics Competition, Eye National Title
Ethics Bowl competitors sharpen research, ethical knowledge, communication skills
December 6, 2022 by
Veteran Journalist Leads Exploration of University and State
Honors College class focuses on issues and progress 60 years after Meredith enrollment
December 4, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi students are being challenged to delve deeper into complex issues about the university and state, thanks to a special honors class designed to explore important topics 60 years after James Meredith’s enrollment as UM’s first Black student. “I would describe this class as an open dialogue about the past,Read the story …
An Education Beyond Campus
Gift helps students study abroad, supports national, international internships
December 3, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The donor of a major gift to the University of Mississippi hopes to give students increased exposure to different cultures and people as they navigate opportunities to explore new places and professions, thus building a foundation for success and strengthening their empathy for others. UM alumna Diane Triplett Holloway, of Nashville, Tennessee,Read the story …
After 100 Years: Still Making a Joyful Noise
UM Jazz Ensemble celebrating centennial anniversary with Dec. 8 concert in Natchez
December 2, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – What do Reader’s Digest, the Lincoln Memorial and the University of Mississippi Jazz Ensemble have in common? They each turned 100 in 2022. The UM Jazz Ensemble will celebrate its centennial with a special performance Thursday (Dec. 8) during the Mississippi Band Directors Association State Band Clinic in the Natchez Convention Center.Read the story …
University Expanding Food Rx Program
USDA awards $500K to assist with providing food for Quitman County residents
November 30, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Nutritionally-vulnerable Quitman County households soon will have access to valuable food supplies, thanks to a University of Mississippi program funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The USDA’s Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program has awarded a $500,000 grant to the UM Community First Research Center for Wellbeing and Creative Achievement, known asRead the story …
Professor to Advocate for Young Nutrition Professionals
Nadeeja Wijayatunga appointed to board of directors for the American Society of Nutrition
November 29, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Nadeeja Wijayatunga, an assistant professor of nutrition and hospitality management at the University of Mississippi, will join the board of directors for the American Society of Nutrition, a leading global authority in nutrition science, for 2022-23. Wijayatunga will serve as the early career representative and past chair of the early career nutritionRead the story …
From Old School to New School
Rivers gift goes toward state-of-the-art accountancy building
November 26, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi left its mark on Dr. Careybeth and Marshall Rivers, so, with a gift of $50,000 to the Patterson School of Accountancy, the couple is returning the favor. The family’s gift will help support construction of the school’s new $70 million building planned for the corner of University AvenueRead the story …
Internet Entrepreneur Inspires Students at Fifth Annual REDe Summit
Former CEO shares her success story and life experiences
November 23, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Alexis Maybank, founder of Gilt Groupe, shared her struggles and successes with University of Mississippi students as the keynote speaker during the fifth annual REDe Entrepreneurship Summit, held Nov. 10 at The Gertrude C. Ford Ole Miss Student Union. “A career is a very long marathon,” Maybank said. “Don’t measure yourself inRead the story …
UM Community Remembers Sociology Professor Willa Johnson
Memorial service set for Nov. 28 at Paris-Yates Chapel
November 22, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Willa Johnson was undeniably a hero in her own right, championing diversity at the University of Mississippi all while gaining national acclaim for her scholarship and expertise. The professor of sociology, who died Nov. 7, taught for 23 years. She was the first Black woman to rise from adjunct instructor to fullRead the story …
Ole Miss, MSU Cadets Leg 100 Miles for Egg Bowl Run
ROTC students relayed from Starkville to Oxford to deliver game ball
November 22, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – ROTC cadets from the University of Mississippi and Mississippi State University relayed the Egg Bowl game ball nearly 100 miles across the northern Mississippi gridiron Monday (Nov. 21) for the 10th annual Egg Bowl Run. The Bulldogs met the Magnolia Battalion at Calhoun City Square, where they passed the ball off beforeRead the story …